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Aaron Daffern
Jan 12, 20206 min read
Take CHARGE Day 6: Attune through empathy
Teachers should connect with their students through empathy to calm their agitation and begin the process of regulation.
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Aaron Daffern
Jan 9, 20205 min read
Take CHARGE Day 5: Preparation is key
Well-prepared teachers minimize misbehaviors by organizing needed supplies, having any needed copies ready, and visualizing the day.
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Aaron Daffern
Jan 8, 20206 min read
Take CHARGE Day 4: The power of procedures
Procedures are like guardrails across a bridge, providing structure and safety for daily tasks. Without them, everyday acts become chaotic.
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Aaron Daffern
Jan 7, 20205 min read
Take CHARGE Day 3: Rituals strengthen relationships
Connectedness is strengthened when teachers create a sense of family in the classroom. Rituals designed to show regard help build community.
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Aaron Daffern
Jan 7, 20205 min read
Take CHARGE Day 2: Connectedness is foundational
Teachers that are vulnerable bring themselves fully into the classroom, forming relationships and strengthening the learning culture.
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Aaron Daffern
Jan 6, 20205 min read
Day 1: Take CHARGE of your classroom and the moment
Teachers can take charge of their classrooms by following 6 principles to build culture and can take charge of the moment through 6 actions.
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Aaron Daffern
Dec 30, 20194 min read
What happens when classroom disruptions keep you from teaching?
If classroom behavior is out-of-control, teaching becomes a wish rather than a reality. How can teachers take charge of their classrooms?
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Aaron Daffern
Nov 3, 20194 min read
25 Brain Break Ideas for 1st Grade
Instead of senseless brain break videos, try these 25 ideas to rejuvenate your first graders while reinforcing academic content.
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Aaron Daffern
Nov 2, 20193 min read
20 Brain Break Ideas for Kindergarten
Instead of mind-numbing brain break videos, try these 20 ideas to rejuvenate your kindergarten students while reinforcing academic content.
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Aaron Daffern
Sep 23, 20194 min read
The Futility of Coercive Discipline
Coercive discipline doesn't work because it doesn't flow logically from the behavior. Natural consequences maintain the relationship.
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Aaron Daffern
Jul 26, 20194 min read
Take CHARGE of Your Classroom: Grow and Engage (Part 3 of 3)
Teachers can take charge of their classrooms by growing their students' empathy and mindfulness and by designing engaging instruction.
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Aaron Daffern
Jul 26, 20194 min read
Take CHARGE of Your Classroom: Anticipate and Reflect (Part 2 of 3)
Teachers can take charge of their classroom by anticipating problems, teaching routines and practicing acceptable behavior, and reflecting.
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Aaron Daffern
Jul 26, 20194 min read
Take CHARGE of Your Classroom: Confident and Human (Part 1 of 3)
Teachers can take charge of their classrooms by fostering a sense of confidence in their ability and by building deep relationships.
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