61. Getting Through the Holiday Season

The Teaching Toolbox - A Podcast for Middle School Teachers

Teachers can find the holiday season challenging. They must manage fluctuating student attendance, lousy weather shutdowns, classroom interruptions for performances, and the general hustle and bustle of the season. So today we'll be sharing a bunch of strategies and ideas you can use to manage this holiday season effectively.

Resources:

Ellie’s Blog Post https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/five-quick-and-easy-winter-activities/

Secret Santa

https://thecoloradoclassroom.com/product/secret-santa-forms-holiday-party-forms

Related Episodes about Mindfulness:

https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/burnout-doldrums-and-depression-while-teaching/

https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/skills-for-executive-functioning/

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