How to Talk to Students about Traumatic News Events: 099

With interview season upon us, I thought it would be the perfect time to refresh those interviewing skills so you make the best impression and land the job!

Even if you’re currently in the classroom and not looking to switch jobs, most of you still have observations you’re completing for your administrators. Don’t worry, this episode is for you as well! Whether you’re interviewing or conducting an observation, in today’s episode, I’m sharing my 10-point checklist that will help you think through how effective your lesson is going to be. 

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/teacher-interview-tips 

The 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset

Teacher Interview Resource Library: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/offers/gNTPZRn6 

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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

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I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

Part of our job as teachers is to get students’ attention as we transition from one activity to the next, line up from recess, or give further instructions when students are working in groups. And for most of us, our natural instinct to get the attention of our class is by yelling or speaking in a louder tone. I’ll admit, I was guilty of this at the beginning of my career, but I soon realized that the sound of my voice didn’t have to be loud in order to be powerful. 

In today’s episode, I’m sharing seven strategies you can start using in your classroom that don’t involve you yelling. Instead, you’ll be able to start using your voice as a powerful tool to manage your classroom more effectively.

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/stop-yelling 

The 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

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I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

When you’re a new teacher coming into the educational field, it can be overwhelming to remember and understand all of the different acronyms and terms that are used in education. Today, I want to help make this easier for you! I’m sharing an introduction to the three most common terms, as they relate to students: IEPs, 504s, and ELLs. You’ll hear about these terms, plus strategies and tips to help you feel more equipped to support these students in your classroom.

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/elementary-special-education 

The 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset 

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677

I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

You’ve finally made it to the weekend where you’re able to breathe and relax from a long and stressful week at work. You take full advantage of living your life outside the classroom where you get to hang out with friends and family and catch up on some sleep. But then Sunday rolls around and this horrible pit in your stomach starts to grow as the day goes on. You’re flooded with emotions and begin to feel anxious and stressed. Sound familiar? 

What you’re feeling are the Sunday night scaries. This very common and normal occurrence is a feeling every teacher has experienced whether they’re beginning teachers or veterans. Even though you love your job, why are you experiencing doubt and uncertainty going into a new week? There are many ideas that I dive into this episode, but the most common catalyst of anxiety is fear. Today I’m sharing five ways you can combat the Sunday scaries and look forward to the week ahead.

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/sunday-night-anxiety 

The 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset 

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/

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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677

I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

As beginning teachers, we’re always looking for ways to save time on things like lesson planning, preparing engaging activities, creating practice worksheets or assessments, and so much more. Until now, the only way to truly get time back was after having years of experience in the classroom. But with the use of ChatGPT, you can instantly save time as an elementary teacher while also generating creative lessons for your students. In today's episode, I share specific examples of how you can utilize ChatGPT in your elementary classroom!

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/chat-gpt  

Join The Classroom Management Club: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/club 

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/

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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677

I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

We probably all remember going on field trips when we were students, but knowing how to adequately plan and execute a field trip as an elementary teacher is all brand new. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to prepare for field trips so that it’s a huge success and a memorable experience for your students.

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/field-trips 

Join The Classroom Management Club: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/club 

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/

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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677

I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

ODD, or Oppositional Defiant Disorder, is a neurological pattern that is responsible for a person’s reasoning, judgment, and impulse control. Teaching students with ODD can be extremely challenging. Today I’m sharing 12 ways to manage these students and make them feel successful in the classroom.

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/odd-students 

Join The Classroom Management Club: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/club 

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/

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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677

I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

If you’re a beginning teacher, there’s a good chance that you’re one of the last ones to leave the school and one of the first ones to arrive in the morning. I get it. You have so much to do and I know you want to be the best teacher you possibly can be. But guess what? There’s more to you than just being a teacher. 

Achieving work-life balance as a teacher is so challenging, but we have to remember that teaching is your job and not your entire life. In this episode, I share 11 practical strategies to help you finally achieve work-life balance.

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/work-life-balance 

Join The Classroom Management Club: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/club 

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/

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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677

I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

Before we were educators, we dreamt about our students and how they would love and be engaged in all of the lessons and activities we created. But in reality, it doesn’t always happen that way. Sometimes, we have those students who are defiant and refuse to participate. Whether you’re a novice teacher, or frankly even a veteran teacher, a student’s refusal can stop you in your tracks. In today’s episode, I’m sharing steps you can take to manage these defiant behaviors.

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/defiant-students 

Join The Classroom Management Club: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/club 

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/

Connect with Lori on Instagram:
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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677

I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

Celebrating the 100th day of school is fun! I’ve found that the best way to make it a success is to plan early, so I want to share some 100th day of school activities that you can use to celebrate this milestone in your classroom. These ideas are engaging, interactive, thought-provoking, can involve movement, and spark creativity. Happy 100th day of school planning!

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/100th-day-of-school 

100th Day of School Plans & Activities: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/100th-Day-of-School-Plans-Editable-and-8-Activity-Templates-6529374 

Join The Classroom Management Club: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/club 

Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):
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Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/

Connect with Lori on Instagram:
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If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show!

Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677

I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one.

Xo Lori

P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist