How Do I Teach…And Keep My Sanity?

Presented as simple lists of common-sense ideas, practical, time-saving suggestions ad solutions to perennial problems. this book is a comprehensive guide to smooth-running classrooms. It provides a variety of learning games, fun activities and creative prompts along with tips to help teacher cope with marking demands, classroom organisation issues, standardised testing and much more. The book shows teachers how to - communicate with all students, whether they need tutoring, support or just a simple thanks or encouragement. - involve students in initiatives that promote a sense of ownership and accountability. - implement innovative classroom practices to teach the same old stuff in a different more meaningful way. - present student learning through innovative approaches to concerts, assemblies and art displays. Easy for teachers to use, the book includes ready-to-copy tip sheets to share with students on such topics as organising notes, doing homework, getting teacher help, dealing with bullies, taking tests and studying. Reproducible pages to involve parents in the classroom range from tutoring tips to a parent interest questionnaire.