Create a safe environment for learning by being positive in your classroom. Avoid harsh criticism and instead focus on what the students are doing correctly, while gently redirecting wrong behaviors or answers. Help the students to learn how to do things by example, not by telling them what they are doing wrong.
Perform a relaxation exercise at the beginning and end of each day. This could be progressive muscle relaxation, such as the tightening and release of various muscle groups; guided imagery, reading from a relaxing script while your students visualize the scenario; or listening to relaxing music. The relaxation exercise will help the students to get into a positive frame of mind, making them ready to learn and take in the maximum amount of information.
Assist your students in developing attainable goals for the week, month and year in the classroom. Use graphs or charts to help students see their progress, which will motivate them to continue working hard toward the end result.
Praise children frequently and be specific in your words. Instead of simply saying, "Good job!" tell a child, "You did an excellent job writing your letters today. Keep up the good work!" Specific praise lets a child know what she does well and how she should continue to behave.