Because our time is short, you might also want to locate a copy of our video series The Effective Teacher. Tapes 3 and 4 deal with classroom management, procedures and routines. It's a real eye-opener and many new and veteran teachers have learned much from it. I had a good routine at the beginning of the year. But I have a small class.
Every little change disrupts everything .
ONe student started having severe problems at home. His behavior has become interruptive. He wont do his work. Makes some comments during class. Deal with the one child aside and don't let it disrupt the class.