Beginning Teacher Talk

Dr. Lori Friesen

"Just because you're a beginning elementary teacher, there's no need for you to struggle like one." Welcome to Beginning Teacher Talk, the weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Lori Friesen, where we talk about all of the things you wish you learned in college about teaching elementary school. We feature kid-tested classroom management techniques, organizational strategies, creative ways to motivate your students, how to work with colleagues, seasonal gems, and how to de-stress and eliminate the overwhelm that too often accompanies your first years of teaching.

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How to Handle Critical, Angry Parents 081

Beginning Teacher Talk

09/16/20 • 25 min

How do you handle critical, angry parents? That nasty email or comment in the chat box during a whole-class meeting can leave you completely reeling... here's what I've learned about handling these very real and challenging moments in our teaching lives.

Get the Show Notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-to-handle-critical-angry-parents-when-teaching-online

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/drlorifriesen

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 or on the link below 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

What is Fair? 080

Beginning Teacher Talk

09/09/20 • 27 min

Children are listening: they are listening when we talk about the Black Lives Matter movement when we think they are playing in the other room. They come to school and hear their friends talk about fear and death. So how do we begin these conversations with young children? How do we build classroom communities that feel safe and inclusive for children of all colors and backgrounds? Let's talk about it.

Get the complete Show Notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/building-community-social-justice-in-elementary-classrooms

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/drlorifriesen

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 Ways to Create Community with Peers

Beginning Teacher Talk

09/02/20 • 24 min

If you're a new teacher who is teaching online this year, creating a feeling of community with your grade level team can be a real challenge. Let's talk about 7 things you can do to help create that feeling of community with your peers, even when you aren't able to meet face-to-face.

Get the Show Notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/7-ways-to-create-community-among-peers-in-a-virtual-learning-environment

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/Dr.LoriFriesen

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

20 Awesome Class Rewards when Teaching Online 078

Beginning Teacher Talk

08/26/20 • 26 min

With everything involved in teaching online, sometimes it's hard to think of fun and creative rewards for students - especially when kids come from such different socio-economic backgrounds. Let's talk about 20 awesome class rewards to help build classroom community, even when your students are learning online!

Grab your link-loaded FREEBIE of 20 Awesome Class Rewards here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/20-awesome-class-rewards-when-teaching-online

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/Dr.LoriFriesen

Xo Lori

Dealing with Haters 077

Beginning Teacher Talk

08/19/20 • 25 min

We all have them - it might be a parent who just sent you a nasty email, a principal who gave you a review that's really hard to recover from, or in my case - anonymous reviewers of my podcast who leave a one-star rating. Find out what made me cry (in frustration & in joy) & learn what you can do to get relief from haters now!

Get the Show Notes (& free goodies, always!) here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/dealing-with-haters-in-2020

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/drlorifriesen

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)! 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 Manage Stress & Uncertainty 076

Beginning Teacher Talk

08/12/20 • 23 min

We have talked a lot about how to support children's social and emotional needs as they make this transition to online learning, but what about teachers? How are you coping with the stress and overwhelm that often comes with change? Get comfy & let's talk about 3 simple things you can do right now to get some relief.

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-to-manage-stress-uncertainty

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/drlorifriesen

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)! 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 Things My Mom Taught Me about Working with Children 075

Beginning Teacher Talk

08/05/20 • 24 min

Let's take a break from COVID talk this week to chat about alllll those things that your parents taught you when you were growing up that you didn't even realize you were learning... and how they might impact your teaching and interactions with students in your own classroom!

Get the Show Notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/4-things-my-mom-taught-me-about-working-with-children

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/Dr.LoriFriesen

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)! 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

Considering Home-Schooling Students This Year? 074

Beginning Teacher Talk

07/29/20 • 23 min

Are you thinking about teaching a small group of students at home instead of contracting with a school this next school year? In this episode, we'll talk about what this might look like, who this might be a good alternative for, the pros and cons of doing something like this (including special legal considerations you may need to think about), and finally, we’ll talk about how I would do this if I were a new teacher considering this option.

Get the Show Notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/home-schooling-students-in-2020

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/drlorifriesen

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)! 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 Connect with Your Students 073

Beginning Teacher Talk

07/22/20 • 28 min

If your school is considering starting the year online (or you are concerned that you may need to make this transition to teaching online quickly), learn 5 things you can do to build connection and community with your students - even if you've never met them!

Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/how-to-start-the-school-year-online

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/drlorifriesen

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)! 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

5 Ways to Keep Kiddos Engaged & Inspired in October 082

Beginning Teacher Talk

09/23/20 • 23 min

With Halloween coming up, it can become increasingly difficult to keep your students engaged in learning. Check out these 5 fun tricks to use both in the classroom and online!

Get the complete show notes here: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/5-ways-to-keep-students-engaged-in-october

Connect with Lori and other new teachers by joining our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group: 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/drlorifriesen

Xo Lori

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FAQ

How many episodes does Beginning Teacher Talk have?

Beginning Teacher Talk currently has 246 episodes available.

What topics does Beginning Teacher Talk cover?

The podcast is about Teaching, How To, Podcasts and Education.

What is the most popular episode on Beginning Teacher Talk?

The episode title 'How to Handle Critical, Angry Parents 081' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Beginning Teacher Talk?

The average episode length on Beginning Teacher Talk is 25 minutes.

How often are episodes of Beginning Teacher Talk released?

Episodes of Beginning Teacher Talk are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Beginning Teacher Talk?

The first episode of Beginning Teacher Talk was released on Mar 13, 2019.

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