by Dr. Lori Friesen, Elementary Classroom Management Tips for New 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.
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April 16, 2025
<p class="p1">When new teachers are met with feelings of isolation, unprepared realities of the classroom, and unsupportive guidance or mentorship, it often leads to teacher attrition. In today's episode, I dive deeper into how these obstacles contribute to educators leaving the profession, the cost it has on the education system, and what we can do now to prevent teacher burnout. </p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Show Notes:</span> <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/teacher-attrition">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/teacher-attrition</a> </p> <p class="p3">Subscribe to the Beginning Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@beginningteachertalk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@beginningteachertalk</a></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Learn about the R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy: <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/</a> </span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset</a></span></p> <div class="ql-block" data-block-id= "block-09f69cda-6f13-4a99-b5df-14751c71fd1d">Learn More about Academy District Partnerships:</div> <div class="ql-block" data-block-id= "block-a20816c7-39c3-4fc8-bb1d-acd935660a60"><a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/academy-for-schools-districts">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/academy-for-schools-districts</a></div> <div class="ql-block" data-block-id= "block-a20816c7-39c3-4fc8-bb1d-acd935660a60"> </div> <div class="ql-block" data-block-id= "block-a20816c7-39c3-4fc8-bb1d-acd935660a60"> <div class="ql-block" data-block-id= "block-9eb4655c-ec63-44f7-a638-b469c8472ad0">Learn More about Academy University Partnerships:</div> <div class="ql-block" data-block-id= "block-e755500f-a665-43b7-8e1d-b794127a201a"><a class="ql-link" href="https://www.drlorifriesen.com/academy-for-universities" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/academy-for-universities</a></div> </div> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">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: <a href="https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7</a></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Lung Cancer Free: One Couple’s Journey Through a “Lungs in a Box” Double Lung Transplant: <a href="https://www.lungcancerfree.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.lungcancerfree.com/</a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):<br /> <a href= "https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk">https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk</a> </span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Connect with Lori on Pinterest: <a href= "https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/">https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/</a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Connect with Lori on Instagram:<br /> <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk">https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk</a></span></p> <p class="p1">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!<br /> <br /> Your kind words mean the world to me. <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk-a-podcast-for-new-elementary/id1456137677"><span class="s2">Just click here to leave your review now</span></a> (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s2"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677"> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677</a></span><br /> <br /> 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.</p> <p class="p1">Xo Lori</p> <p class="p1">P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist"><span class="s2">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist</span></a></p>
April 9, 2025
<p class="p1">New teachers often leave university feeling unprepared for the realities of the classroom, struggling to bridge the gap between theory and practice. In this episode, we explore three of the biggest challenges they face, based on research, and how to best support them. From managing student behavior to overcoming feelings of isolation, we’ll discuss actionable strategies to help new teachers build confidence and establish a strong foundation.</p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Show Notes:</span> <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/new-teacher-challenges">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/new-teacher-challenges</a> </p> <p class="p3">Subscribe to the Beginning Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@beginningteachertalk" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@beginningteachertalk</a></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Learn about the R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy: <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/</a> </span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset</a></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class= "Apple-converted-space">References:</span></p> <p>Blair, N. (2019, September). New teachers face three common challenges. ASCD.</p> <p>Matsumoto-Royo, K., & Ramírez-Montoya, M. S. (2021). Core practices in practice-based teacher education: A systematic literature review of its teaching and assessment process. Studies in Educational Evaluation, 70, 101047.</p> <p>Mathews, J. (2011, December 18). New teacher decries lesson plan gap [blog post]. Retrieved from Class Struggle at The Washington Post at <a href= "http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/class-struggle/post/new-teacher-decries-lesson-plan-gap/2011/12/17/gIQAt0C50O_blog.html"><span class="s2">www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/class-struggle/post/new-teacher-decries-lesson-plan-gap/2011/12/17/gIQAt0C50O_blog.html</span></a></p> <p>Melnick, S., & Meister, D. (2008). A comparison of beginning and experienced teachers' concerns. Educational Research Quarterly, 31(3), 39–56.</p> <p>Matsumoto-Royo, K., & Ramírez-Montoya, M. S. (2021). Core practices in practice-based teacher education: A systematic literature review of its teaching and assessment process. Studies in Educational Evaluation, 70, 101047.</p> <p>Smith, T. M., & Ingersoll, R. M. (2004). What are the effects of induction and mentoring on beginning teacher turnover? American Educational Research Journal, 41(3), 681–714.</p> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">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: <a href="https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7</a></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Lung Cancer Free: One Couple’s Journey Through a “Lungs in a Box” Double Lung Transplant: <a href="https://www.lungcancerfree.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.lungcancerfree.com/</a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):<br /> <a href= "https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk">https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk</a> </span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Connect with Lori on Pinterest: <a href= "https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/">https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/</a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Connect with Lori on Instagram:<br /> <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk">https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk</a></span></p> <p class="p1">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!<br /> <br /> Your kind words mean the world to me. <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk-a-podcast-for-new-elementary/id1456137677"><span class="s2">Just click here to leave your review now</span></a> (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s2"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677"> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677</a></span><br /> <br /> 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.</p> <p class="p1">Xo Lori</p> <p class="p1">P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist"><span class="s2">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist</span></a></p>
April 2, 2025
<p dir="ltr">Are you struggling to keep your students focused? In this episode, I’m sharing simple, research-backed strategies to help students build their attention skills in fun and meaningful ways. You'll learn how to naturally integrate focus-boosting activities into your daily routine, incorporate mindfulness techniques like breathing exercises, and implement gradual, intentional strategies to strengthen concentration.</p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Show Notes:</span> <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/teaching-kids-to-focus">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/teaching-kids-to-focus</a> </p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset</a></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Love Notes for Your Kiddos - Bookmarks: <a href= "https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Love-Notes-for-Your-Kiddos-Positive-Bookmarks-Surprises-5111445">https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Love-Notes-for-Your-Kiddos-Positive-Bookmarks-Surprises-5111445</a> </span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">“Active Breaks and Cognitive Performance in Pupils: A Systematic Review”: <a class="ql-link" href= "https://revista-apunts.com/en/active-breaks-and-cognitive-performance-in-pupils-a-systematic-review/#:~:text=(2019)%20also%20uncovered%20beneficial%20effects,are%20capable%20of%20carrying%20out" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">https://revista-apunts.com/en/active-breaks-and-cognitive-performance-in-pupils-a-systematic-review/#:~:text=(2019)%20also%20uncovered%20beneficial%20effects,are%20capable%20of%20carrying%20out</a></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class= "Apple-converted-space">“Mindfulness-Oriented Meditation for Primary School Children: Effects on Attention and Psychological Well-Being”: <a href= "https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2016.00805/full"> https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2016.00805/full</a> </span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">“How Does Chunking Help Working Memory?”: <a class="ql-link" href= "https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29698045/#:~:text=(b)%20Is%20the%20chunking%20benefit,APA%2C%20all%20rights%20reserved" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29698045/#:~:text=(b)%20Is%20the%20chunking%20benefit,APA%2C%20all%20rights%20reserved</a> </span></p> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">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: <a href="https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7</a></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Lung Cancer Free: One Couple’s Journey Through a “Lungs in a Box” Double Lung Transplant: <a href="https://www.lungcancerfree.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.lungcancerfree.com/</a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk):<br /> <a href= "https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk">https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk</a> </span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Connect with Lori on Pinterest: <a href= "https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/">https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/</a></span></p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1">Connect with Lori on Instagram:<br /> <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk">https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk</a></span></p> <p class="p1">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!<br /> <br /> Your kind words mean the world to me. <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk-a-podcast-for-new-elementary/id1456137677"><span class="s2">Just click here to leave your review now</span></a> (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)!</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s2"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677"> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677</a></span><br /> <br /> 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.</p> <p class="p1">Xo Lori</p> <p class="p1">P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! <a href= "https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist"><span class="s2">https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist</span></a></p>
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