Welcome to Managing the Madness, where Kinder Management is made simple. I’m Diana, and in this episode, I’m sharing the Top 10 classroom resources that will help you start the school year with clarity, confidence, and calm—just in time for the Teachers Pay Teachers Back to School Sale!

These are teacher-loved, classroom-tested tools-from teaching routines to managing transitions, building independence, and creating a connected classroom community.

• The 10 resources I personally recommend for your classroom

• How each one solves a specific Back to School struggle

• Why visuals are your secret weapon for calm routines

• How to get everything in one place with the Year-Long Bundle

1. Back to School Classroom Management Routines & Procedures Digital Slides

2. Classroom Procedure Visuals Management Routines (Print & Digital)

3. Visual Directions Cards

4. Kindergarten Morning Meeting Slides for the Year

5. Writing Folder | Writing Office

6. Editable Digital Slides for Procedures & Routines

7. Back to School Procedures & Community Building Slides

8. Morning & End-of-Day Routine Visuals

9. Voice Level Chart and Visuals

10. Complete Classroom Management System BUNDLE (Year-Long)

Want it all in one place? The Complete Classroom Management System Bundle includes everything above—perfectly organized for the entire school year.
Use the Promo Code: BTS25 at checkout for even more savings during the sale!

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In this episode, we’re talking about that back-to-school feeling that creeps in as August begins. You’re holding onto summer while your mind races with class lists, routines, and getting it all ready in time.

Let’s walk through how to prepare your heart, connect with families, and set up your visual systems so your classroom runs with clarity and calm from day one.

• Why August feels like one long Sunday (and how to ground yourself in it)

• Small but powerful ways to connect with families before and after Day 1

• How visuals can become your quietest teaching assistant

• What to focus on to feel ready—without doing everything

  
  

  Looking for resources to help with your prep?

• Back to School Routine Slides

• Kindergarten Morning Meeting Slides

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Are you ready to ditch the chaos and finally feel confident walking into your classroom on Day 1? This bonus episode is a condensed version of my popular Back to School Kickstart workshop—and it’s packed with practical, proven strategies to help you start the school year strong! 

Whether you're teaching Pre-K, Kindergarten, Preschool, or First Grade, this episode will walk you through exactly what you need to do to create a calm, connected, and structured classroom environment from the moment your students arrive.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  

Discover the 3 secrets to a smooth, stress-free start to the school year  Preplan your most important classroom procedures so students know what to expect  Map out your first day from arrival to dismissal (yes, we’ll do it together!)  

Create a flexible first week plan that balances routines, connection, and joy  Weave in simple, powerful community-building activities that help your students feel safe, seen, and ready to learn 

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with:  A clear first-day lesson plan  A solid first-week framework  A renewed sense of calm and confidence for Back to School

 Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Want to go deeper? Join the full course: The First 25 Days of K Click ⁠HERE⁠

• Looking for visuals, click ⁠HERE⁠

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In today’s episode, I’m getting real about something we don’t talk about enough when it comes to classroom setup—decor. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to have your entire classroom perfectly polished before the first day, this one’s for you.

I’m sharing why less really is more when it comes to classroom decor, how creating space for your students to contribute can build community, and how ditching perfection can actually help you feel more ready for back to school. Plus, I’ll tell you how this shift changed the way I teach—and how it can do the same for you.

This episode is all about calming the chaos and building a space where you and your students can truly thrive—together. 💛

🎧 Here’s what I talk about:

• Why over-decorating can overwhelm students (and you!)

• How to create a space with your students, not just for them

• What it looks like to leave walls and bulletin boards intentionally blank

• How to turn visuals into tools your students actually use

• Why this mindset shift takes the pressure off of you

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Before the kids show up, your classroom setup is already doing the work of managing behavior. In this episode, I’m breaking down the behind-the-scenes steps you can take to set the tone for a calm, smooth year—starting with your classroom space.

• How to create smooth traffic flow

• Why visibility from every seat matters

• The best place for your rug

• Tips for a clean line-up area

• How to space out your centers

• Why every classroom needs a calm down area

  
  

✨ If you’re nodding along with today’s episode and thinking, “Yes! I need a better plan this year,” then you’ll love my course, The First 25 Days of K. It’s your step-by-step guide to starting the year calm, confident, and in control—with ready-to-use visuals, routines, lesson plans, and behavior supports. Whether you're new to Kindergarten, switching grades, or just want a smoother start, this course gives you everything you need to teach expectations, build routines, and create a positive classroom culture that lasts all year long. Don’t wait until you’re in the thick of it—let’s set the tone before the first day. Click HERE

If this helped, share it with a teacher friend or tag me on IG @mydayink! Let’s get your room ready before the chaos starts.

Hey hey teacher friends! Welcome to the Managing the Madness summer series – your official Back to School Prep Party for primary teachers! ☀️

In this kickoff episode, I’m sharing how this series will help you ease into back-to-school season without the overwhelm. Think:
✨ 10-minute episodes
✨ Weekly mindset + planning tips
✨ Real talk + practical strategies
✨ A little calm in the chaos

We’re breaking down four big stages—preplanning, the first day, first week, and building an inclusive classroom community.

Whether you're new to K, shifting grades, or just need a fresh start, you’re in the right place. 🎧

💭 This week’s reflection:

• What do you want your classroom to feel like this year?

• What’s one thing you want to do differently?

• What’s one thing that worked and you want to bring with you?

Grab your iced coffee, pop in your ear buds, and let’s get prepped without the pressure 👉 Learn more about The First 25 Days of K course Click HERE

Best-Selling Procedure Visuals Click HERE

FREE End of Year Reflection Page Click HERE

Today I want to talk about something we all feel this time of year… that wild, unpredictable, high-energy stretch before summer break. The routines are getting wobbly, attention spans are short, and let’s be honest—we’re tired.

But here’s the good news: you don’t have to start from scratch or do a complete classroom overhaul. With just a few simple shifts, you can calm the chaos and help your Kinders finish strong. 💪

In this episode, I’m sharing my go-to classroom management tips that are easy to implement and make a big impact—especially during those unpredictable final weeks of school.

✅ Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How to reset the tone of your classroom using a simple “May Mindset” tool

• Why visuals are your secret weapon when attention spans start to fade

• How digital slides can prevent those “what are we doing next?” questions

• Simple ways to keep your schedule but make it feel brand new

• How to talk about strong vs. weak choices in a way that kids actually understand

• The magic of music for transitions 🎶

• Why connection and reflection should be part of your end-of-year routine

• Easy ways to celebrate positive behavior as a class 🎉

📚 Book Mentioned in This Episode:
✨ Our Last Day in K: How We Say Goodbye as We Walk Away
A rhyming picture book to help your students process big feelings and celebrate the end of Kindergarten with heart and joy. A perfect read aloud for the last day of school. 💛

🔗 Links + Resources:

• Grab your copy of Our Last Day in K here

  Grab the Book Companion Pack Click HERE

• Does your class need a management reboot? Click HERE to join my 5 Day Email Series.

• Favorite Classroom Visuals, Click HERE

• Follow me on Instagram @mydayink for more end-of-year tips and ideas!

💬 Let’s Chat:
If this episode gave you some fresh ideas or helped you feel a little more grounded, I’d love to hear from you! Share your favorite takeaway on Instagram and tag me @mydayink or leave a review—your support means the world!

Teacher friend, this one’s for YOU. I’m popping in with a special edition episode to close out Teacher Appreciation Week — not just to say thank you, but to remind you of something deeper:

You are amazing.
You are enough.
You are doing work that matters — every single day.

In this short and heartfelt episode, I’m sharing:

• A personal message of appreciation and encouragement 💛

• The official launch of my brand-new picture book: Our Last Day in K: How We Say Goodbye as We Walk Away Click HERE

• Three simple classroom management strategies you can use next week to ditch the chaos and restore the calm as we head toward the end of the year ✨

Our Last Day in K is available now! Grab your copy HERE
Perfect for wrapping up the year with heart, reflection, and a meaningful goodbye.
👉 Grab it HERE

Come say "Hi", on Instagram @mydayink
And if you loved this episode, don’t forget to rate, review, or share it with a teacher friend who could use a little end-of-the-week love. 💛

Spring fever? Chaotic energy? 😰🫠 You are not alone! In today’s episode of Managing the Madness, we're tackling the end-of-the-year craziness with three powerful classroom management strategies designed to help you keep routines strong, energy positive, and expectations clear — even in May!

You’ll learn how to:
⭐ Create a May Mindset Anchor Chart with your class to anchor expectations and celebrate growth
⭐ Set up a Catch You Being Awesome Jar to spread positivity and reward great choices
⭐ Implement simple Reset and Refocus Minutes to calm and re-center your class during high-energy moments

These quick, easy strategies will help you refresh routines, encourage kindness, and finish the school year on a strong, positive note! 💪🏻

Ready to thrive through May and beyond? Let's dive in!

👉🏻 [Watch my May Mindset Anchor Chart in action! Click HERE

📸 Follow along on Instagram: @MyDayinK
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Ever feel like your classroom transitions turn into total chaos? 😵‍💫 Between the wiggling, wandering, and mysterious missing supplies—those in-between moments can feel more like a tornado than a smooth shift.

In this episode, we’re flipping the script on transition time. I’m sharing five simple classroom management strategies (plus one tool that changed everything for me) to help you go from frantic to flawless.

✨ We’ll chat about:

• Why transitions are so tough for young learners

• Easy ways to bring calm and structure

• A magical trick that makes transitions practically manage themselves!

Want to read more, click HERE to check out my blog post all about transition time.

🎉 BONUS! I’m also hosting a FREE End-of-Year Survival Workshop on April 30th—just for teachers who are ready to finish strong without the stress.

You’ll get a downloadable workbook, free toolkit, and a PD certificate!

🎟️ Click HERE

Looking for visuals to help keep our routines consistent? Click HERE

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