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Are you looking for ways to better manage your classroom? Look no further. Below is a list of classroom management resources for teachers. Explore some of the most innovative and effective tricks and tools for every aspect of classroom management. From organization to managing student behavior, we’ve got you covered. Browse through each section, take what you need, and start putting the pieces in place for the best school year yet!
Helpful Resources for Classroom Management
Classroom Design
Explore a collection of resources to help you design your classroom to provide students with an optimal learning environment.
Find research-based tips on classroom layouts, including walls, lighting, and strategic coloring. Who knew that fixing up a classroom was so scientific?
Teachers are always looking for unique ways to set up student’s desks. This Pinterest board shows over sixty different ways to group students for better learning. I’ve used Wing number 5 and 6 in my classroom in the past.
Once you’ve designed a layout and put it in place, you’ll be ready to decorate. Scrolling through these classroom environment images is a great way to spark some creative ideas of your own.
Organization
Organization plays a big part in classroom management. Below are resources to help you organize your classroom.
Get tips on how to organize your classroom library to make it the go-to spot for your students.
Classroom rulesand procedures
Setting up classroom rules and procedures help students know what to expect each day. Find resources to create clear classroom rules and procedures in your classroom.
This comprehensive list created by PBIS Rewards can be used in connection with any classroom management plan. Some of the incentives listed are tangible things like colored pencils and bookmarks, while others are privilege-based (i.e., create a craft or dress up as your favorite character). There are also recognition ideas on the list, such as getting to lead morning announcements or the lunch line.
Managing instructional time
Manage your teaching time with the following tips.
One of the hardest parts of being a teacher is juggling teaching and administrative duties. If you need to keep your students busy while you take roll or put objectives on the board, bell work is the way to go — not just any bell work, though. Edutopia’s Todd Finley created a cover-all inventory of some of the best bell ringer exercises for every single subject.
This article was adapted from a blog post initially developed by the education technology company Classcraft, which was acquired by HMH in 2023. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of HMH.
Download our free activities calendar for fun lessons to do with your class, plus engaging ways to commemorate and celebrate events throughout the year.
Download our free activities calendar for fun lessons to do with your class, plus engaging ways to commemorate and celebrate events throughout the year.
Get our free administrator’s guide to building a positive school culture, filled with practical advice, real-world examples, and resources for further exploration.
Download our free activities calendar for fun lessons to do with your class, plus engaging ways to commemorate and celebrate events throughout the year.
Get our free administrator’s guide to building a positive school culture, filled with practical advice, real-world examples, and resources for further exploration.
Are you looking for ways to better manage your classroom? Look no further. Below is a list of classroom management resources for teachers. Explore some of the most innovative and effective tricks and tools for every aspect of classroom management. From organization to managing student behavior, we’ve got you covered. Browse through each section, take what you need, and start putting the pieces in place for the best school year yet!
Helpful Resources for Classroom Management
Classroom Design
Explore a collection of resources to help you design your classroom to provide students with an optimal learning environment.
Find research-based tips on classroom layouts, including walls, lighting, and strategic coloring. Who knew that fixing up a classroom was so scientific?
Teachers are always looking for unique ways to set up student’s desks. This Pinterest board shows over sixty different ways to group students for better learning. I’ve used Wing number 5 and 6 in my classroom in the past.
Once you’ve designed a layout and put it in place, you’ll be ready to decorate. Scrolling through these classroom environment images is a great way to spark some creative ideas of your own.
Organization
Organization plays a big part in classroom management. Below are resources to help you organize your classroom.
Get tips on how to organize your classroom library to make it the go-to spot for your students.
Classroom rulesand procedures
Setting up classroom rules and procedures help students know what to expect each day. Find resources to create clear classroom rules and procedures in your classroom.
This comprehensive list created by PBIS Rewards can be used in connection with any classroom management plan. Some of the incentives listed are tangible things like colored pencils and bookmarks, while others are privilege-based (i.e., create a craft or dress up as your favorite character). There are also recognition ideas on the list, such as getting to lead morning announcements or the lunch line.
Managing instructional time
Manage your teaching time with the following tips.
One of the hardest parts of being a teacher is juggling teaching and administrative duties. If you need to keep your students busy while you take roll or put objectives on the board, bell work is the way to go — not just any bell work, though. Edutopia’s Todd Finley created a cover-all inventory of some of the best bell ringer exercises for every single subject.
This article was adapted from a blog post initially developed by the education technology company Classcraft, which was acquired by HMH in 2023. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of HMH.
