Beginning Teacher Talk: A Podcast for New Elementary Teachers

Are you frustrated because it seems like your students never listen to you? It took me quite a few years to figure out how to solve this problem, but in this episode, I break it all down for you: exactly what to do, step-by-step, to ensure that you give directions in a way that your students will actually follow them - the first time! Get the complete Show Notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com...

We all have one (or many) inside our classrooms... those kids who are just plain difficult. They refuse to work, they are completely unmotivated, and they are disrespectful. How are we supposed to handle these difficult students? Let's talk about what works - and what is behind this behavior. Get the complete show notes (and join the conversation) here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-to-ha...

If tattling is driving you crazy in your classroom, you are going to love learning about the 5 tried and true tricks I keep up my sleeve to handle tattling (that save time but also make kids feel heard). 💛  Get the complete show notes (and join the conversation) here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-to-stop-tattling-in-your-classroom   Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining ou...

We've all done it - compared ourselves to that teacher down the hall or to that amazing teacher on Instagram or Pinterest who always seems to have the best ideas on the planet... and then felt awful about ourselves. Learn why we do it, why it isn't healthy, and how to put an end to this habit and finally get some relief. 💛 Get the complete show notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-t...

We all have it - content that is less than exciting for us to teach or for our students to learn. So, how do we make teaching and learning that content a lot more engaging for our students? Join me in this episode as we talk about 5 great strategies I count on in my teacher tool box to spice up otherwise boring curriculum. 😊 Get the complete show notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/inc...

We all feel it... that awful, pervasive gnawing away at our daily peace by the feeling that we are never doing enough. Yet, despite the endless to-do lists and our best intentions to get more done and be even more efficient, we never seem to get ahead, right? In this episode, we are going to talk about the four reasons we too often buy into the myth that we are not (doing) enough, the benefits of...

Are you looking for some fun, creative, and teacher-tested ideas for Valentine's Day and Random Acts of Kindness week in your elementary classroom? Check out my top 8 picks from Teachers Pay Teachers that will help you to put the art into language arts! Get the full details (and links to all of the resources mentioned in this episode) by visiting the show notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/...

I grew up knowing that I wanted to be a teacher, and after more than 20 years in this profession, I now understand that although I eventually left the classroom, that didn't mean that I stopped being a teacher. Maybe you're wondering if you are going to be a "lifer" and stay with teaching your entire career, or if maybe teaching inside an elementary classroom may be a stepping stone for you for so...

If you're an elementary teacher in your first few years of teaching and you're having a hard time staying motivated because it feels really hard, this show is for you. I've been there, I know how hard it is - and better yet, I know what you can do to find relief right away so you can get on with becoming the teacher you've always dreamed of being.  Join me in this week's show, where I share my own...

Have you always been curious about creating vision boards with your students? Vision boards can be amazing tools to help students get super clear about their goals (and big dreams) while also practicing essential writing skills.  To learn the seven steps to create vision boards with your students, sit back with a hot cup of something delicious (if you're reading this in the winter, that is), and l...

What are "Learning Experiments," you ask? Well, in my classroom, they were systematic and super-fun, small changes that my students and I made to our learning environment to create the conditions for optimal learning. In plain English, that meant doing small things like working in different spaces around the classroom or changing the kinds of lighting we were using in our classroom to see how that...

This is one of my FAVORITE topics of all time - all of the little ways that we can show love and care to our kiddos throughout the year. I think you're going to love this! So, get all snuggled up with your favorite beverage and let's talk about the true spirit of the holiday season - and how to make your kiddos feel the magic all year long. 💕 Get the complete show notes here: https://www.drlorifr...

Have you ever wondered what students really want in a teacher? In this episode, we dive into 9 things that students said when asked this question by Educational Leadership. You might be surprised by some of their answers! Get the complete show notes by clicking here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/what-students-want-in-a-teacher Learn more about Your Chaos to Confidence Classroom Management Sy...

Most of us struggle with feeling confident when we are learning new things, and learning to teach is no exception. Find out what 4 things you can do right away to begin feeling more confident as a new teacher: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-to-be-confident Learn more about Your Chaos to Confidence Classroom Management System: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/confidence   Connect with Lori and...

Sometimes it can be hard to know if you should give your students gifts before the holidays. Here are 12 great ideas that don't involve buying stuff and that help to bring back the spirit of the holiday season! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/12holidaygifts Your Chaos to Confidence Classroom Management System: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/confidence Connect with Lori and other new...

We've all been there... those days when you wonder if all of your effort is worth it, when the endless meetings or your administrator or *that* colleague has you questioning whether or not you even want to continue in this profession.  I get it. I've been there. So, get comfy and let's talk about what to do next - specifically, 6 ways that you can get re-inspired now. Show Notes:  https://www.drlo...

Are you feeling alone and isolated at your new school as a new teacher? Are you finding it hard to fit in and make friends with your new colleagues? I've been there, and I know how hard it is. However, take it from a girl who moved every 2 years growing up... I know a thing or two about making your new school feel like home! Get the complete show notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-...

If you're struggling with understanding how to differentiate your lessons, learn the 3 key ways to differentiate ANY lesson and download Dr. Lori's FREE Differentiation Teacher Cheat Sheet here:  https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-to-differentiate-any-lesson   Get access to Your Chaos to Confidence Classroom Management System here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/confidence

If you've been struggling with your classroom management mid-year, learn what to do to make changes tomorrow! Show notes & online workshop info here:  https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/your-classroom-management-re-start  Get access to Your Chaos to Confidence Classroom Management System here:  https://www.drlorifriesen.com/confidence    

Get step-by-step instructions for how to set up efficient, effective learning centers in your elementary classroom for any subject - and re-use this system all year long! Show Notes:  https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/learningcenters   Get access to Your Chaos to Confidence Classroom Management System here:  https://www.drlorifriesen.com/confidence

If you teach elementary school and are looking for ways to help increase student engagement, check out these five easy, positive, and creative ideas! Get the complete show notes & take the Classroom Management Style quiz here:  https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/ultimate-student-engagement  

If you're struggling with a chatty class, learn 7 questions you can ask yourself (and what you can do TOMORROW) to fix this! Get the complete show notes & take my quiz here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/chatty-class  

I know that parent-teacher conferences can feel really intimidating in your first year of teaching, but they don't have to be something that you dread. Let's talk about some of the things I've learned over the years that can set you up for having some of the best parent teacher conferences possible. To help break this down, step-by-step, I've divided this episode into three sections: things to do...

Did you know that genuine gratitude positively impacts student learning? Learn 7 of the best ways to infuse gratitude into your classroom throughout the year in this episode. Get the complete show notes here:  https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/thanksgiving  

Looking for some fantastic Halloween books to read with your elementary students? Here are my 10 favories - and a fantastic haunted house literacy project to go along with them! Get the complete show notes here:  https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/10-best-halloween-books