Handling Holiday Excitement

Student are going to only become more and more excited as Christmas comes closer, causing teachers to have to work extra hard to keep students focused on the lessons. Here are a few ideas to help focus students and minimize unruly behavior.

1. Focus lessons around a holiday theme. For example, for math class, find ways to tie the lesson into a holiday related theme. For more ideas check out: Christmas Math Lessons
2. Bring Christmas into the Classroom. Create bulletin board displays that get students involved and participating in the preparations for Christmas. Here are some Christmas Bulletin Board ideas.
3. Start some Christmas related traditions in the classroom. This will not only help teach students about the true meaning behind Christmas, but keep them excited and focused on the activity, minimizing behavior issues. Here are some ideas for Christmas traditions that teachers can implement in the classroom.

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