Many teachers realize that there are many benefits to small group instruction. Small group activities encourage collaboration, greater student participation, increased feedback, and greater opportunities to tailor lessons to students’ individual needs. The trick is, how do we manage the process? How do we keep students accountable for their work? How do we set up…
25 Behavior Management Hacks for Teachers
If your behavior management is spot on, your school year will be a breeze, but if it’s wobbly? Watch out for a rocky year. All Really Good Teachers know that behavior management is perhaps the most important skill you can master as an effective teacher. If you’re struggling, don’t worry. We’ve compiled advice from some…
Teaching Social Skills Using Puppets
Through the use of puppets, children can gain a better understanding of emotions and the behaviors that correspond with them. Learning how to express themselves as individuals, deal with life situations, and apply problem solving skills to daily matters are a few of the social and emotional skills that puppets in preschool can help teach.…