Common-Sense Classroom Management for Middle and High School Teachers

"A must-read for all new teachers. The humorous format, the practical ideas, and the range of topics covered reflect the strong teaching experiences of the authors. A great book for any middle or high school teacher to read."
Lisa Dieker, Associate Professor, College of Education
University of Central Florida

By the authors of the best-selling Common-Sense Classroom Management for teachers in K-6 classrooms, this new guide to classroom management for grades 6-12 will be an indispensable resource for new teachers, teacher trainers, and mentor teachers in middle schools and high schools.

Covering more than 65 best practices for managing the typical school day, the authors use a straightforward format that features five steps or fewer for each strategy, with icons highlighting how teachers can customize their strategies for older teens and for special learners in the inclusive classroom. Topics include:

• Taking care of teacher and classroom business
• Creating a positive classroom atmosphere
• Working with diverse student and family populations
• Dealing with challenging students and situations

Teachers are always looking for better ways to organize and manage their classrooms. Finally, a practical, common-sense approach is right here at your fingertips!

• Strategies cover teacher business, classroom business, classroom atmosphere, transitioning, rewards, consequences, working with diverse student/family populations, and more.
• Five-steps or fewer promote ease of use and next-day classroom implementation.
• Icons help teachers customize strategies for older teen learners and for learners with special needs.