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Part of kicking off a new year involves teaching your rules, expectations, and procedures. Who am I kidding?! It's pretty much the most crucial piece to beginning a successful school year. I focus on classroom management heavily those first six weeks. That may seem like a long time, but I have found it pays off in the long run. My classroom is always known for how self-sufficient it runs. Is it perfect? Not at all. We have the same problems arise as the next classroom, but it's limited. I also want to make sure that not only do I have a strong classroom management plan, but I also want to build an inviting, fun classroom environment. I don't spend the first day reading over the rules and telling what my expectations are by lecturing and talking all day. I want my students to be engaged from the start, so I teach my expectations through children's books, classroom discussion, and by attaching a fun little craftivity to break up the day. W...
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