Group Classroom Management Ideas

Today I'm going to share with you 3 strategies I use for whole group management.

Noise Letters

I bought these letters and make the word 'noise'. I added magnets to the back so that I could use them on my whiteboard. Anytime the class is too noisy, I remove a letter. If they loose all their letters they have time off of recess or another activity that they get excited about.

Attention Getter

Attention getters or call backs are a big hit in my classroom. I chose some wireless door bells as attention getters. No raising my voice, clapping, or turning a light off and on. One simple push and my students immediately recognize the transition signal. It is loud enough to be heard even when the noise levels are high.

Compliment Circle

I'm always looking for ways to promote kindness in the classroom. I got this idea from my teacher partner several years ago and have loved using it. Have children sit in a circle with their legs out in front of them. Pass around a small object such as a ball or maker. The person holding the object must say a compliment about someone with their legs out. Once done, the person passes the object to the next person and tucks their legs in. This continues until everyone has had a chance to go and allows each child to say a compliment and give a compliment. I like to do this every six weeks or so to remind students how important it is to compliment one another.