There are so many creative Halloween books and activities that you can bring to your classroom during the month of October. You know that I always want to save you time and make things a bit easier for you, so I've done the groundwork by creating a list of my top 10 favorite activities using Halloween literature. This list includes options for book-specific activities as well as activities that you can use with books of your choice. I hope these ideas spark some inspiration in you and your students this season! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/halloween-activities Sign up for my free masterclass, 6 Ways to Make October Spooktacular (Even if you can't use the word "Halloween" in your classroom): https://www.drlorifriesen.com/october-spooktacular-masterclass-2021-opt-in Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

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10 Fun & Creative Activities for Halloween Literature in Your Elementary Classroom

If COVID has taught us anything, it's that we all need connection. We want to feel safe, loved, and that we're a part of a community. The same goes for our students. Holding a morning meeting every day is the perfect way to accomplish these things for our students and start the day off in a peaceful and positive way. Whether you are already implementing morning meetings, or have yet to start, I'm sharing why morning meetings are so special and my top tips for running them daily! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/morning-meetings Join my FREE 8-day challenge: Your First 8 Steps as a New Elementary Teacher When You're Hired Mid-Year (or Want a Do-Over): https://www.drlorifriesen.com/challenge Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

Morning Meetings – How to Do Them & Why They’re So Important

Are you feeling like you are too busy and overwhelmed to even listen to this podcast episode? If the answer is yes, then you most definitely need to listen to this podcast episode! Your teacher to-do list may be endless, but you can't work yourself so hard that you reach burn out. When you begin to give yourself grace, prioritize your tasks, and set boundaries, you'll find your mental load a lot lighter. Today I'm offering you a few strategies that will help you take the first steps towards separating your work from your life.  Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/separating-school-from-life Join my FREE 8-day challenge: Your First 8 Steps as a New Elementary Teacher When You're Hired Mid-Year (or Want a Do-Over): https://www.drlorifriesen.com/challenge Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

The Art & Practice of Separating School from Life

It's hilarious that I can devote an entire podcast episode to pencil management, but here we are! Truthfully, having a system in place for students' pencils is a critical piece of classroom management. If you have students who constantly lose their pencils, get up to the sharpen them at inappropriate times, or even eat them (ew, gross), then this episode is for you. :)  Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/pencil-management Join my FREE 8-day challenge: Your First 8 Steps as a New Elementary Teacher When You're Hired Mid-Year (or Want a Do-Over): https://www.drlorifriesen.com/challenge Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

Pencil Management 101

Teachers, how are you doing? It's the beginning of the year, so I can assume that you are likely feeling a rush of overwhelm. I have been there and I want to help. That's why I am dedicating an entire episode to talking about how to reduce the stress and anxiety that you are experiencing. My hope is that you will be able to use these strategies throughout the entire year, not just at the beginning. Just remember, I am here to support you and am cheering you on every step of the way! :-)  Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/stress-and-anxiety-as-a-new-teacher Watch my FREE, On-Demand Masterclass: 6 Ways to Make October Spooktacular: https://www.drlorifriesen.com Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

How to Deal with Stress and Anxiety as a New Teacher

Halloween is coming and I am probably just as excited as your students! As October approaches, I'm giving you my 6 most spooktacular strategies to refresh creativity and engagement for both you and your students. And here's the best part: many of these activities will work for you even if your school doesn’t allow you to do any type of Halloween activities. :-)  Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/6-ways-to-make-october-spooktacular Watch my FREE, On-Demand Masterclass: 6 Ways to Make October Spooktacular: https://www.drlorifriesen.com Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

6 Ways to Make October Spooktacular

Substitute teaching can be an incredible way to gain valuable experience before securing a full-time teaching position. With the helpful suggestions of one of my listeners, I'm going to share useful tips to make your days of subbing a bit easier and that much more enjoyable! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/top-tips-for-substitute-and-supply-teaching Watch my FREE, On-Demand Masterclass: 7 Hot Tips for Success in September: https://www.drlorifriesen.com Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

Top Tips for Substitute & Supply Teaching: Part Two

As a teacher, you have the unique opportunity to educate your students on all the career possibilities that are available to them! Our special guest today, Holly Sharp, is talking to us about how teachers can purposely help develop kids’ career interests without feeling like it’s adding more work and stress to your day. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/help-develop-kids-career-interests Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

How Teachers Can Purposely Help Develop Kids’ Career Interests with Holly Sharp

As you begin a new school year, you may feel prepared for classroom set-up, curriculum planning, and even behavior management. But do you feel prepared for helping students process big emotions in a healthy and effective way? Coach and indie-author, Jo Dodd, is on the show today to share her incredibly simple "4-S approach" to supporting your students when they feel anxious, angry, worried, scared, or any other emotion!  Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/big-emotions Grab your FREE Newsletter & Home Reading Program Templates here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/firstdaynewsletter Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

Helping Kids Process Big Emotions: A Practical, 4-Step Approach

When you're a beginning teacher, preparing for the first weeks of school can be extremely overwhelming. You don't have endless files to pull from and past experiences to rely on. That's where I step in! Today I'm unlocking my virtual filing cabinet and sharing my seven favorite tips for starting your year off on the right foot. Take a deep breathe, push play, and remember that you've got this!  Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/7-hot-tips-for-success-this-september Grab your FREE Newsletter & Home Reading Program Templates here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/firstdaynewsletter Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk 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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

7 Hot Tips for Success this September

I hate to be the one to tell you this, being a new teacher at a new school can sometimes make you feel like you're right back in high school. However, as the daughter of a Canadian R.C.M.P. officer (whose family moved every 2 years growing up) I've learned a few things about how to make friends quickly at a new school. Let's talk about how you can fit in AND stand out in your new position! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-to-fit-in-stand-out-at-your-new-school  Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk  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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

How to Fit in (& Stand Out) at Your New School

If you're getting ready to set up your first classroom and you're wondering if you're doing what you need to create a classroom community that loves reading, you're going to love these four practical, high-level strategies from literacy expert Sara Marye! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/community-of-readers  Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk  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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist  

4 Ways to Create a Classroom Community that LOVES Reading

If you're getting ready to teach your first (or second, or third) year of elementary school, you will thank yourself for creating a substitute teacher binder and sub station BEFORE you get sick during the busy school year. Let's talk about exactly what to include and how to prevent the overwhelm that can come with not being prepared! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/planning-for-subs Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk  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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

How to Plan for a Sub

If you're a new teacher and you're doubting yourself, let's talk about 6 steps to take (inspired by Entrepreneur Magazine) towards becoming the teacher you've always dreamed of being! I'll give you a hint: they're probably not what you think. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/six-steps-to-success Learn more about the R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/yes  Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk  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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori

6 Steps to Becoming the Teacher You've Always Dreamed of Being

I get asked all the time, "What should I be buying for my first classroom?" and so today, I thought it would be fun to talk about twelve of the essentials that I recommend teachers consider purchasing as they prepare for the school year. Go to the Show Notes to check out these items on my New Teacher Amazon Wishlist! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/new-teacher-wishlist  Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk  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! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 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. Xo Lori  

12 Must-Haves for Your New Elementary Classroom

Welcome to Beginning Teacher Talk, the weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Lori Friesen, where we talk about all of the stuff you wish you learned in college about teaching elementary school. Each week, we feature ideas and topics that have been classroom-tested and actually work, including amazing classroom management techniques, organizational tips and strategies, creative ways to motivate your students, how to work with colleagues successfully, seasonal gems, and how to de-stress and eliminate the overwhelm that too often accompanies your first years of teaching.

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