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I review books here on teaching and issues in education. I believe books are one of the greatest tools for success in teaching.

The Band Plays On (Book Review)

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The Band Plays On is filled with important ideas from reading Robert Frost poetry to playing in a band. I know as a teacher I need inspiration sometimes and this book supplies a truck-load. Continue reading

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Renewal (Book Review)

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Parents, principals, teachers, and community members will become the rightful school decision makers. Continue reading

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Side-Yard Superhero (Book Review)

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A memoir and anecdotal collection of teachable moments I am sure Rick has used to captivate students in his classroom for decades. Continue reading

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Discovering Type with Teens (Book Review)

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If your school is like mine, you are struggling to keep classroom control at this stage in the year. We have just finished our state testing and the kids are thinking about Summer vacation every day. I am integrating Science … Continue reading

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Great Minds Don’t Think Alike (Book Reviews)

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This fantastic new book provides the insight to differentiate instruction effectively. The best theorists are covered by Diane Payne and Sondra VanSant in this must have book for teachers. As some have said, it is also a must have for … Continue reading

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Igniting Brilliance (Book Review)

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Igniting Brilliance is a powerful new book about teaching with the integral education model. Edited by Willow Dea, It consists of visionary writings by about 20 educators. This is a great book for any teacher but especially one who wants … Continue reading

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