Full Description
Unlock the secret to maintaining an organized and flourishing classroom!This bestselling guide has helped thousands of teachers just like you maximize their time and manage their classrooms more efficiently. This third edition has been updated with fresh ideas and tons of printable pages, checklists, and templates accessible in the book and online. You'll find expert guidance on everything from inspiring students to arranging the desks in the classroom to organizing field trips and meeting with parents. Whether you are a veteran teacher or just starting out, this valuable resource will help you keep your students engaged and your classroom running smoothly. The Organized Teacher's Guide to Setting Up and Running a Terrific Classroom, Grades K-5, Third Edition will help you: *Manage your classroom more efficiently*Establish rules and procedures for student behavior *Get tips for meeting with parents and principles*Inspire your students in class and on the playground*Save time with reproducible charts, letters, checklists, and more
Contents
Foreword School Overview Anatomy of a Teacher Student Overview Anatomy of a Student First-Day Checklists First-Day Room Checklist First-Day Student Checklist First-Day Teacher Checklist Sample Room Setups Primary Classroom Examples Kindergarten First and Second Grades Third Grade Fourth Through Sixth Grades Classroom Management Calendar Helper Chart Daily Class Schedule Door Signs School Binder Student Table Kits Classroom Rules and Behavior Management Classroom Rules Classroom Behavior Classroom Behavior Ideas Classroom Behavior Management Chart Circle Talks Classroom Incentives Behavior Contracts Awards Certificates Growth Mindset Classroom Organization Parent Letter Classroom Organization Writing Table Portfolios Assessment Boxes Filing Cabinet Ideas Movement Within the Classroom Classroom Centers Classroom Centers Classroom Library Classroom Tools School Supplies Teacher's Workstation Teacher's Math Workstation Manipulatives Manipulatives Use Guide Websites for Teachers Websites for Students Handheld Technology Applications The School Ten Teacher Reminders Procedures for Bathroom, Nurse, and Office Library Visits Computer Lab Visits Fire Drills, Earthquakes, and Emergencies Classroom Emergency Supplies Record Keeping Professional Records School-Year Inventory End-of-Year Tips Attendance Cumulative Records Report-Card Checklist Student Referrals Retention Checklist Curriculum Language-Arts Overview The Writing Process and Stages Basic Grammar and Punctuation Writing Genres Proofreading Marks Annotation of Text Writing Workshop Reading Genres Ways to Read Comprehension Guided Reading Reader's Workshop Math Overview Number Sense Algebra Measurement and Geometry Statistics, Data Analysis, and Probability Mathematical Reasoning Math Strategies Counting Objects Social Science Overview Community Service/Community Service-Learning Project Science Overview Engineering Technology Art Overview Basic Classroom Art Supplies Color Wheel Music Overview Basic Classroom Instruments Do-It-Yourself Instruments Physical Education and Games Outdoor Games (Small Group) Outdoor Games (Whole Class) Indoor Games Bilingual Overview Sponge Activities Independent Work Ideas Book Reports Journals Bibliography Classroom Preparedness Home-Study Folders Weekly Classroom Focus Teacher Signals Uses for Teacher Signals Student Risk Factors Teacher's Aide Teacher's Aide Activities Extra Student Plan Sub Folder Teacher Evaluation Environment Guide Teacher Evaluation Evaluation Checklist Tips for Back-to-School Night Back-to-School-Night Checklist Parent Conference Reminders The Writing Process Bulletin-Board Checklist Bulletin-Board Diagram Word Walls Test-Taking Overview Test-Taking Strategies Lesson Planning Unit Plan Overview Week at a Glance Home Study Portfolios Student Assessment Portfolio Cover Assessments Assessments Rubrics Demonstration Rubrics Sample Writing Rubric Sample Math Rubric Student Skills Review Sheet Weekly Assessment OverviewNER(01): WOW
