DiscoverThe Unteachables Podcast#88: How to nail the first 5 minutes of every lesson by controlling what you CAN control!
#88: How to nail the first 5 minutes of every lesson by controlling what you CAN control!

#88: How to nail the first 5 minutes of every lesson by controlling what you CAN control!

Update: 2024-11-05
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Are you struggling with having a settled start to the lesson? Battling dysregulation and high energy?

In today’s episode, we’re exploring the importance of the First 5—those critical first five minutes of each lesson. 

This time can make all the difference in shifting energy from the chaos of transitions to a calm, focused learning environment. We’ll dive into practical strategies for creating an “invisible barrier” that allows students to enter a space primed for learning, leaving the outside energy at the door.

IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS:

  • Why the start of lessons can feel chaotic: From dysregulation and unpredictability to the residual energy of breaks, many factors beyond our control impact students’ readiness.
  • What we can control: We’ll go over strategies for creating routines, setting expectations, and managing the physical environment to help students transition smoothly.
  • Three essential routines for the First 5: I’ll share my personal non-negotiables that create consistency and predictability every day:
    • Same welcome spot—Greeting students outside to create a transition from the hallway energy.
    • Same seating arrangement—Reducing guesswork and enhancing predictability.
    • Same starter routine—A consistent, engaging start to every lesson that signals it’s time to focus.



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#88: How to nail the first 5 minutes of every lesson by controlling what you CAN control!

#88: How to nail the first 5 minutes of every lesson by controlling what you CAN control!

Claire English