Beginning Teacher Talk: A Podcast for New Elementary Teachers

Dr. Lori Friesen, Elementary Classroom Management Tips for New Teachers
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Beginning Teacher Talk: A Podcast for New Elementary Teachers

"Just because you're a beginning elementary teacher, there's no need for you to struggle like one." Welcome to Beginning Teacher Talk, the weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Lori Friesen, where we talk about all of the things you wish you learned in college about teaching elementary school. We feature kid-tested classroom management techniques, organizational strategies, creative ways to motivate your students, how to work with colleagues, seasonal gems, and how to de-stress and eliminate the overwhelm that too often accompanies your first years of teaching.

  1. All Behavior is Communication: 12 Easy Ways to Build Connections with Your Students

    16 HR. AGO

    All Behavior is Communication: 12 Easy Ways to Build Connections with Your Students

    Teachers in my Classroom Management Club always ask for strategies to help handle student behaviors, which is why classroom management is such a hot topic on this podcast. While I will continue to provide you with new tips you can use in your classroom, in today’s episode, I want to reiterate a perspective that will change how you address behavior issues with your students. Although student behaviors can be challenging, it’s important to remember that all behavior is communication. Since students are trying to tell us something, it’s our job as educators to figure out what that something is, and it all starts with building strong connections. Today I’m sharing 12 practical and easy ways to build connections with your students. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/behavior-is-communication  Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset “Teacher-Student Relationships: Impact of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports”: https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1399789.pdf  “The Key to Effective Classroom Management”: https://www.edutopia.org/article/key-effective-classroom-management  “The Importance of Strong Relationships Between Teachers & Students”: https://edtrust.org/rti/the-importance-of-strong-relationships/  Grab a copy of my book, Dear New Teacher, Here's Exactly What to Do: Your 5-Step R.E.A.D.Y. for School Roadmap for Elementary Classrooms: https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7 Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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

    28 min
  2. How to Guarantee You Will Master Your Classroom Management

    NOV 27

    How to Guarantee You Will Master Your Classroom Management

    Countless times on this podcast, I’ve shared tips for improving your classroom management. We’ve talked about strategies, routines, and engaging activities that create a streamlined classroom management system specific to your needs. And while all of those small and consistent changes add up to huge results, there’s one thing missing to mastering your classroom management: your mindset.  In today’s episode, I’m sharing the importance of believing in yourself and your ability to persevere during difficult times in the classroom. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/master-your-classroom-management  Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset James Wedmore's "Mind Your Business" Podcast: https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/  Grab a copy of my book, Dear New Teacher, Here's Exactly What to Do: Your 5-Step R.E.A.D.Y. for School Roadmap for Elementary Classrooms: https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7 Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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

    34 min
  3. When You Have a Million Interruptions in a Day - How to Still Teach & Keep Kids Focused

    NOV 20

    When You Have a Million Interruptions in a Day - How to Still Teach & Keep Kids Focused

    Whether it’s redirecting students during a lesson, someone asking to use the restroom during a read aloud, the phone ringing while giving instructions, or the unexpected sound of the fire alarm, interruptions are a constant in the classroom. In today’s episode, I’m going to share some very concrete strategies and a few mindset reminders that will keep you teaching and your students focused when interruptions occur. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/teaching-with-interruptions Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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

    24 min
  4. When Is It Time to Involve Admin for Help with a Challenging Student?

    NOV 13

    When Is It Time to Involve Admin for Help with a Challenging Student?

    As teachers, we know that difficult behaviors are going to happen. But sometimes certain behaviors become too much and we need to involve administrators. In today’s episode, I’m going to break down the steps to take so you can confidently know what to do before reaching out to administration for help and signs for when they need to intervene right away. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/involve-admin  Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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

    28 min
  5. How Gratitude Positively Impacts Learning: 7 Thanksgiving Activities that Teach Gratitude

    NOV 6

    How Gratitude Positively Impacts Learning: 7 Thanksgiving Activities that Teach Gratitude

    With Thanksgiving just around the corner in North America, I wanted to spend some time discussing how to incorporate gratitude and learning in your classroom. I provide research-based evidence that shows what can happen when you cultivate a genuine attitude of gratitude amongst your students and seven ideas to implement in your classroom.  Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/gratitude-and-learning  "Raising Children With an Attitude of Gratitude" Article: https://www.wsj.com/articles/raising-children-with-an-attitude-of-gratitude-1387839251?tesla=y  "Grateful Schools, Happy Schools" Article: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/grateful_schools_happy_schools  "11 Tips for Instilling True Gratitude in Your Students" Article: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/11-tips-for-instilling-true-gratitude-in-your-kids_b_4708019?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAbtz-FWgv_9kkAHuq4rOPJ3Gfq4Ix2g1lntUTdAwU-1eqCeZHOWnfTrWxHSD8SpOJwQFZP1uKz0-DJCwByu1vqQueKEmolIsvod-od9dy1rW7_MfykxF5M1UE2QrRcw8cP4xKwf-BtMY182-CXcuJMUVlNVjvno8uMZZ53Pu7lI  Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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

    30 min
  6. Feeling Disenchanted with Teaching? You Aren’t Alone

    OCT 30

    Feeling Disenchanted with Teaching? You Aren’t Alone

    When our expectations of being a teacher don't align with our realities, that's when we're in the disillusionment phase of teaching. In today's episode, I’m diving into what the disillusionment phase is and then providing you with practical strategies that will help you get relief. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/disillusionment-phase-2  Chatty Class Rescue Bundle: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/rescuebundleSP  Phases of First-Year Teaching by Ellen Moir: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4298/JCPS/4089317/Phases_of_First_Year_Teachers.pdf  Sleep and Mental Health Article: https://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/sleep-and-mental-health  Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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

    33 min
  7. When 4 Students Constantly Disrupt Your Lesson

    OCT 23

    When 4 Students Constantly Disrupt Your Lesson

    When disruptions occur with a small group of students, the way you handle the situation is completely different than with whole class disruptions. Instead of punishing every student, I’m going to provide you with strategies that will turn those individual interruptions back into focused work. With my five step process, you will walk away with techniques that you can use to manage those behaviors that will ultimately bring more peace to your classroom.  Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/constant-interruptions  Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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

    28 min
  8. Handling Challenging Behaviors with Confidence

    OCT 16

    Handling Challenging Behaviors with Confidence

    When interacting with students all day, it’s the defiance, disruptions, and attention-seeking behaviors that teachers tend to struggle with the most. In today’s episode, I’m discussing the root causes of those challenging behaviors and practical strategies so you can address behavioral struggles during your school day. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/handling-challenging-behaviors  Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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

    27 min
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"Just because you're a beginning elementary teacher, there's no need for you to struggle like one." Welcome to Beginning Teacher Talk, the weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Lori Friesen, where we talk about all of the things you wish you learned in college about teaching elementary school. We feature kid-tested classroom management techniques, organizational strategies, creative ways to motivate your students, how to work with colleagues, seasonal gems, and how to de-stress and eliminate the overwhelm that too often accompanies your first years of teaching.

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