After running twelve marathons in twelve months, Adam Welcome shares the mindset and tactics necessary for accomplishing big dreams. You don't have to be a runner or even an athlete to be inspired by this power-filled book. Whatever your personal or professional goals are, Adam's example and encouragement will challenge you to set your sights on something bigger and to push yourself to get more out of life.
What do nutrition, movement, and mindfulness have to do with education? Everything.As a two-time American Ninja Warrior contestant, educator, and NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer, Jen Burdis pushes herself to physically and mentally overcome obstacles. And she knows that teachers and students have to do the same to succeed every day. In The EduNinja Mindset, Jen shares eleven powerful habits to help educators, learners, and their families live stronger, more vibrant lives. You'll learn how to . . . Set and achieve meaningful goals Develop grit and flexible thinking Live with purpose and stop worrying about being perfect Practice mindfulness and reduce stress Take care of yourself inside and outThe EduNinja Mindset empowers you to become the best version of yourself so you can help others win. "Jen's story is one of success through resiliency, integrity, and fortitude. Educators everywhere can draw inspiration from her example."-Dr. John Skretta, superintendent of Norris School District "An incredible, inspirational book about reaching for personal greatness inside and outside the classroom."-Jon Gordon, author of The Energy Bus and The Carpenter "The EduNinja Mindset epitomizes the journey of Jen: from a small-town girl with a learning disability to a big-time role model with a plan to help others."-Russ Rose, Penn State women's volleyball coach
More standards, tests, and mandates are not the answer to improving literacy. Travis Crowder and Todd Nesloney explain that sparking a passion for words, stories, and self-expression in learners is the surest path to instilling a lifelong love of learning. Through real-life stories and practical strategies they inspire educators in every subject area to incorporate reading and writing in meaningful and engaging ways.
In Make Learning MAGICAL, educator Tisha Richmond pulls back the curtain to reveal strategies you can use to transform your classroom. Laughter, fun, and gamified experiences can make school a place where students are inspired, empowered, and immersed in learning-and it doesn't require illusions or smoke and mirrors. The actionable techniques Tisha shares will equip you to put your students center stage in their learning experiences.
Learning to read-and teaching students to read-isn't always easy, which is why the most important tenet of developing a culture of reading in your school is to foster a love of reading. In Lead with Literacy, educator and elementary school principal Mandy Ellis offers practical, immediately actionable, fun ideas and strategies that will deeply embed books, reading, and literacy into your school culture.
Balance Like a Pirate, a Lead Like a PIRATE Guide, was written by educators for educators with a focus on helping you create a lifestyle that allows you to break free from "e;shoulds"e; and "e;have tos."e; Educational leaders Jessica Cabeen, Jessica Johnson, and Sarah Johnson equip you with practical strategies and tools to thrive in every area of life. Balance is a myth, but living with purpose, passion, and priorities is within your reach.
What is the secret to school leadership? The Secret Solution follows the journey of Roger Rookie, a new principal, in his quest to become a fair and effective leader. Through the ups and downs of his first few years, Roger learns what works and what doesn't when it comes to leading people well. This engaging parable also brings to light many of the real-life characters in schools today-from naysayers and bullies to superstars and newbies-and reveals the best (and worst) ways to work with them. By using a narrative to explore four common leadership styles, the authors provide an effective, non-threatening way to discuss problematic attitudes and approaches with colleagues. This updated edition of The Secret Solution includes a reader's guide that delves into each of the four leadership personality styles to help you identify habits and traits that can help you and your team succeed. Authors and experienced leaders Todd Whitaker, Sam Miller, and Ryan Donlan serve as the guides to help you find your path to leadership success. "The Secret Solution is a great read that perfectly blends What Great Principals Do Differently and an enjoyable fiction novel. This book is a must-read for any aspiring new or veteran principals."-Jessica Johnson, principal/district assessment coordinator, Dodgeland Elementary School, Dodgeland, Wisconsin and coauthor ofThe Coach Approach to School Leadership and Breaking Out of Isolation "Anyone who is venturing down a path of campus management will benefit from the mistakes and lessons learned from The Secret Solution."-Amber Teamann, principal, Whitt Elementary, Wylie, Texas "Whitaker, Miller, and Donlan hit a home run with The Secret Solution. The parables within depict mistakes and lessons learned in a quick and easy, weekend-reading format." -Matt Townsley, director of instruction, Solon Community Schools, Solon, Iowa "With its amusing dialogue and thought-provoking graphics, The Secret Solution is a must-have for anyone entering into or new to the principalship. For veteran administrators, this book offers a valuable reflection on roads traveled, pitfalls to avoid, and practices to cultivate for continued success."-Mike Pinto, principal, James Cole Elementary School, Lafayette, Indiana
Make Your School a MasterpieceCan you imagine starting a school day with the festive, circus-like nature of the Beatles' music? That kind of positivity, says author-educator Sean Gaillard, is the attitude "all schoolhouses must be rooted in, as we are in the collective agency for world-changing work."In The Pepper Effect, Gaillard uses Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatles as a template for inspiring the educators and principals to become more positive, innovative, creative, and collaborative-and for encouraging students to do the same. The book explores the four steps necessary for creating the conditions for motivation, collaboration, creativity, and innovation. You'll learn . . . The value of vision-and how to craft one The mindset that builds masterpieces of our schools The power of inclusion The key to ignoring naysayers in favor of creativity and progressExperience the magic of The Pepper Effect in your school! "This is an incredible book from an amazing leader. Whether you are a fan of The Beatles, Beethoven, or Bruno Mars, this book is for you." -Todd Whitaker, professor of educational leadership, University of Missouri "The Pepper Effect reveals the lessons Sean has learned along the way-combined with the artistic synergy of The Beatles-and paints a beautiful picture for how we can apply all of these insights to our own professional practice." -Laura Fleming, author of Worlds of Making "Sean Gaillard's The Pepper Effect takes the magic of The Beatles and transforms it into a thoughtful, practical guide for stimulating collaboration and community. Gaillard sagely draws upon the wisdom of the band's philosophy and creates a user's manual for living the well-lived life-not only in our professional worlds, but in the lives we share with our friends, neighbors, and families." -Kenneth Womack, author of Maximum Volume: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin
The best gift life gives us is the freedom to choose who you want to be and what kind of life you want to live. In The Path to Serendipity, educational leader Allyson Apsey offers a funny, genuine, and clever look at the fortunes we can gain from even our worst experiences. Through her personal, relatable stories, you will learn strategies for living a meaningful life regardless of the craziness happening around you.
We say, “Student voice matters,” but are we really listening? Student voice. The phrase seems ubiquitous these days. But for all the talk about student voice at conferences and professional development meetings, the adults’ voices are still the only ones being heard in too many schools. Rebecca Coda and Rick Jetter hope to change that with Let Them Speak! In this powerful and inspiring book, you’ll learn . . .how to find out what your students really think, feel, and need, why it’s so important for students to feel like you care about them,what to do with the feedback you get from students, andhow to use student voice to improve education and school culture.What do your students have to say about grading, homework, bullying, schedules . . . life? Be willing to ask, and then Let Them Speak! “Coda and Jetter have done a fantastic job of showing how our students have valuable opinions that are just waiting to be shared—opinions that could unlock the secrets to even more success in our classrooms and schools.” —Paul Solarz, author of Learn Like a PIRATE “If your goal is to transform your classroom, school, or district and provide a true, student-focused learning experience, you will want to read Let Them Speak! and take action.” —Johnny Key, commissioner, Arkansas Department of Education “The authors convinced me that the path to lasting and meaningful school transformation is to simply let them speak!”—Kimberli Breen, national MTSS consultant, school psychologist,and school improvement trainer #LetStudentsSpeakLetThemSpeak.net
Students need guidance to succeed academically, but they also need our help to survive and thrive in today's turbulent world. They need someone to model the attributes that will help them win not just in school but in life as well. That someone is you. With forty-eight short, inspiring chapters, this book is suited for improving your personal practice daily. Or focus on a chapter each week to encourage your staff at meetings.
Crack the code for your students’ success! Future-ready students need to be creative. They need to know how to communicate their ideas and how to collaborate as problem solvers. And to master these and other twenty-first-century requirements, they will need to be critical thinkers. In Code Breaker, educator Brian Aspinall shares his insights on how to turn curriculum expectations into skills. Students identify problems, develop solutions, and use coding and computational thinking to apply and demonstrate their learning. From Aspinall’s collection of real-life examples and practical lesson ideas, you’ll discover how to...Use computational thinking and coding across all subjects and grade levelsEncourage students to let their skills and passions shineTeach learners to take risks so they can grow from failure and feedbackMake assessment meaningful—and fun—for you and your studentsYou don’t have to be a “computer geek” to empower your students with these essential skills. Code Breaker equips you to use computational thinking and coding in your classroom—regardless of your computer skill level—to increase creativity, remix assessment, and develop a class of coder ninjas!—— “Brian Aspinall puts a very human face on coding and helps the reader understand it can be implemented for all grade levels in meaningful ways.”—George Couros, author of The Innovator’s Mindset “This book is for everyone who has ever asked, ‘Why should I care about coding?’ By the end of the story of the pooping baby, you will know why!” —Matthew Oldridge, speaker, writer, and mathematics educator “Brian Aspinall makes the case for how all educators can use the concepts of computational thinking to shape their pedagogy and instructional practices to increase student learning.”—Laura Fleming, library media specialist and author of Worlds of Making
In Culturize, author and education leader Jimmy Casas shares insights into what it takes to cultivate a community of learners who embody the innately human traits our world desperately needs, such as kindness, honesty, and compassion. His stories reveal how these "e;soft skills"e; can be honed while meeting and exceeding academic standards of twenty-first-century learning.
School can be amazing. It can be a place where people of all ages, interests, and backgrounds enjoy learning together. And in this Lead Like a PIRATE Guide, author and elementary school principal Jay Billy explains that making school a place where students and staff want to be starts with culture. Lead with Culture offers personal stories and practical ideas for creating a sense of unity-even in the most diverse communities.
Feeling overextended, discouraged, or stressed?No matter where you are in your educational career, chances are you have, at times, felt overwhelmed and overworked. Maybe you feel that way right now. If so, you aren’t alone. But the more important news is that things can get better! You simply need the right map to help you move from frustrated to fulfilled.Unmapped Potential: An Educator’s Guide to Lasting Change can help you find your unique path to becoming the kind of educator—the kind of person—you want to be. You’ll learn…What your mental map is and how it shapes your thoughts and actionsWhy and how changing your thoughts can improve your resultsWhat self-limiting (perhaps, subconscious) beliefs may be preventing you from moving forwardHow you communicate your limiting or empowering beliefs to students and colleagues—without saying a wordHow to create habits that support the kind of life you want to liveSharing personal stories and drawing on mind-set and brain research, principals Julie Hasson and Missy Lennard reveal strategies that will help you create lasting, positive change for you, your colleagues, and your students.
Is the learning in your classroom static or dynamic? In Shake Up Learning, Kasey Bell guides teachers through the process of creating dynamic learning opportunities-from purposeful planning and maximizing technology to fearless implementation. You'll find templates and powerful, practical ideas to use tech to shake things up in your classroom.
In this inspiring book, Andrew Sharos offers real-life stories that prove AP classes shouldn't be relegated to "e;privileged"e; schools and students. With proper support, every student can experience success. All 4s and 5s offers a wealth of classroom and program strategies that equip you to develop a culture of academic and personal excellence.
Are You Ready to Take the First Step Toward Excellence?What does it take to be the very best teacher—or the very best leader? What sets excellent educators apart from their peers? And how can you join their ranks? In their work leading up to Start. Right. Now. Todd Whitaker, Jeff Zoul, and Jimmy Casas studied educators from across the nation and discovered four key behaviors of excellence:Excellent Leaders and Teachers...Know the WayFrom their content to best practices, these educators know their stuff.Show the WayCasting a bright vision for the future, these educators see possibilities where others see problems.Go the WayLeading by example is a way of life for the very best.and Grow Each DayA focus on personal and professional development helps these educators succeed.Wherever you are on your journey as an educator, choose to become even greater still—our kids are worth it.Start. Right. Now.
Are you stuck in the lecture-and-worksheet rut? Many teachers continue to struggle to break out of the corporate lesson-and-worksheet cycle to find fresh, meaningful ways to develop original, engaging and effective instruction. In The EduProtocol Field Guide, Jon Corippo and Marlena Hebern outline sixteen classroom-tested protocols to break up clichéd lesson plans, build culture, and deliver content to K-12 students in a supportive, creative environment. Start SmartSmart Start activities set your students up for success by teaching them how to learn, using tools like Frayer Models and Venn Diagrams on fun subjects. In addition to preparing your students to learn, Smart Start activities help build a positive culture in your classroom. Finish StrongEduProtocols are customizable, frames that use your content to create lessons to help students master academic content, think critically, and communicate effectively while creating and working collaboratively. EduProtocols can be used with nearly all subjects and grade levels and are UDL (Universal Design for Learning)-friendly to support all learners. Simplify the process of creating engaging and personalized learning opportunities for every student.The EduProtocol Field Guide shows you how. "Any teacher can use the examples in this book to create more engaging classes in less time, freeing them up to be uniquely themselves and develop relationships with students."-Matt Miller, educator, blogger, speaker, and author of Ditch That Textbook"This book is not simply one you read; it's one that you use, and then use again! The EduProtocol Field Guide is undoubtedly a must-read for teachers of all skill levels looking to amplify the student-learning experience through the effective use of technology."-Thomas C. Murray, director of innovation, Future Ready Schools, Washington, DC"EduProtocols and SMART Start strategies lead teachers to creatively teach with greater time efficiency and fantastic effectiveness for helping students reach mastery."-Steven J. McGriff, Ph.D., founder, DivergentED Consultants #EduProtocolsEduProtocols.com
Lead with ExcellenceJeffrey Zoul and Anthony McConnell know from personal experience that the role of school principal is one of the most challenging and the most rewarding in education. Through their work with educators and school districts across the United States, Zoul and McConnell have identified ten core values that guide the best of the best to work and lead with excellence. The Principled Principal examines each of those ten guiding principles, using stories and real-life examples to make them relevant and applicable for every school leader. You’ll learn . . .What to prioritize and what to eliminate from your to-do listHow to empower your staff and studentsHow to hire the right people for your schoolWhy and how to keep calm in a crisisHow to recognize and avoid “culture crushers”How to create a positive culture for your school communityImplement the strategies and practices in The Principled Principal, and fast-track your way to becoming the leader your school needs.“In The Principled Principal, Jeffrey Zoul and Anthony McConnell provide school leaders the road map for improvement, transformation, and success. This book is a must-read for anyone wanting to positively impact their school.”—Jon Gordon, best-selling author of The Energy Bus “The Principled Principal is the perfect companion for school leaders who are hoping to move practice from out behind a desk and into the heart of their schools.”—Jennie Magiera, author of Courageous Edventures“This is a book that every principal (or those who desire to be) should keep on his/her desk. It is practical, powerful, and driven by common sense thinkers who have done the job and know the work.”—Jason L. Branch, Ph.D., superintendent, Oconee County (GA) Schools“This book will appeal to leaders regardless of their experience level or setting. It will surely serve as a guide for personal reflection and growth for new and veteran principals alike.” —Sanée Bell, Ed.D., principal, Houston, TexasThePrincipledPrincipal.com
What’s Your Story? Education isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. It’s a role that comes with the responsibility to care deeply and to persist despite countless challenges—from state testing to budget cuts to long hours. It’s a way of life that rewards us with milestone moments and fills us with pride for the children and communities we serve.Stories from Webb goes right to the heart of education. Told by award-winning principal Todd Nesloney and his dedicated team of staff and teachers at Webb Elementary, this book will remind you why you became an educator. You’ll be reinvigorated by these relatable stories—and you just may be inspired to tell your own!Share your story! #KidsDeserveIt“The wisdom on these pages is at the same time deeply heartening and uplifting but also practical and instructive. We need more of these stories.”—Nichole Nordeman, Dove Award-winning singer/songwriter and author “Stories from Webb will resonate in your head and heart and help you reclaim, reflect on, and share with colleagues your own stories about teaching and learning with students.”—Laura Robb, teacher, coach, and author of The Reading Intervention Toolkit “Stories connect us. And readers of Stories from Webb will walk away from this book feeling connected to a new family of educators whose message is clear: you’re not alone.” —Jennifer LaGarde, school library media/digital teaching and learning specialist “Stories from Webb is a gorgeous testimony to the power educators have in this important work we do.”—Travis Crowder, National Board Certified Teacher and author
Curiosity changes everything. In 2008, Ramsey Musallam was stuck in what he describes as an ineffective rut of "pseudoteaching." Students liked him, but they didn't get the point of his lessons. They did well enough on the tests, but they failed to really understand the material. He wanted more-for them and for himself. Maybe you can relate. For Ramsey, the journey to a better way of teaching began not in the classroom, but on the operating table where he underwent a new, lifesaving heart surgery. His surgeon's confidence, dedication, and curiosity sparked an idea in Ramsey: What if teachers adopted the qualities his surgeon exhibited and were inquisitive, ready to explore, discover, try, and, yes, even fail? What if students could learn to adopt those traits as well? Those questions launched a quest to inspire inquiry and harness its benefits. Spark Learning, inspired by Ramsey's popular TED Talk "3 Rules to Spark Learning," combines brain science research, proven teaching methods, and his personal story to empower you to improve your students' learning experiences with … Easy-to-implement ideas for sparking curiosity in your students Strategies for encouraging students to embrace the mess of learning Practices for effective reflection that propels future learning-and greater curiosity Technology tips to make it simple to collect and use your own inspiring ideas "This is a call to action for educators everywhere to recognize their own influence and ability to embrace and encourage curiosity. All teacher education programs should have this as required reading!" -Elizabeth Brumbaugh, director of learning, innovation and design, Harker School "Ramsey captures the essence of what it means to pursue excellence in our teaching practice since our students and our communities deserve our best." -Gregory T. Rushton, PhD, associate professor of chemistry, Stony Brook University "You'll find his thoughts intriguing, the examples practical, and the ten bonus strategies wonderful tools for making great things happen in your classroom!" -Rushton Hurley, founder, NextVista.org
How will your students answer when an interviewer asks,"What social media networks are you on, and what will I learn about you if I go there?" Equipping students for their future begins by helping them become digital leaders now. In our networked society, students need to learn how to leverage social media to connect to people, passions, and opportunities to grow and make a difference. When people think of kids and their devices, it is often with dismay. But technology is here to stay, which means we must educate, empower, and inspire our students to use social media to … learn and share learning address societal inequality share their voices be a more positive influence in others' lives Social LEADia addresses the need to shift our conversations at school and at home from digital citizenship to digital leadership. Inside, you'll read about some amazing kids who are leveraging social media in positive and powerful ways. They are passionate and empathetic leaders online and offline, and they model the reality that students don't need to wait for tomorrow to lead-they can be world-changers today. ----- "Casa-Todd does a masterful job addressing the 'Yeah, buts ... ,' while moving the social media conversation from compliance to leadership. Social LEADia is a brilliant read and a needed tool for your educator toolkit."-Thomas C. Murray, director of innovation, Future Ready Schools "Casa-Todd helps us to make the leap from digital citizenship to digital leadership and provides plenty of concrete ideas and tips that we can bring into the classroom in order to help students become engaged and inspiring leaders who will drive change in both the face to face and digital worlds."-Dr. Alec Couros, professor of educational technology and media faculty of education, University of Regina "Social LEADia brings inspiration and a call to action to educators teaching today in the digital age…. this is a must-read book for every educator ready to make our world a better place through the sharing of stories and perspectives from our connected classrooms. Bravo!"-Dr. Jennifer Williams, professor, global program developer, and connected educator
Author Rich Czyz is on a mission to revolutionize professional learning for all educators. In The Four O'Clock Faculty, Rich identifies ways to make professional development (PD) meaningful, efficient, and, above all, personally relevant. This book is a practical guide that reveals why some PD is so awful and what you can do to change the model for the betterment of you and your colleagues.
What if learning was exciting?What if students felt important and empowered every time they walked into the building? What if parents looked forward to calls from their childrens teachers and principals, instead of cringing when the schools number popped up on their phones? To Todd Nesloney and Adam Welcome, those arent far-fetched what ifs; they can (and should) be a reality for every teacher, school, parent, and student. In Kids Deserve It!, Todd and Adam encourage you to think big and make learning fun and meaningful for students. While youre at it, you just might rediscover why you became an educator in the first place. Learn why you should be calling parents to praise your students (and employees).Discover ways to promote family interaction and improve relationships for kids at school and at home. Be inspired to take risks, shake up the status quo, and be a champion for your students. #KidsDeserveIt
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