Our Hero Is Our Teacher

Author : Ed Boland
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
ISBN 13 : 145556060X
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Battle for Room 314 written by Ed Boland and published by Grand Central Publishing. This book was released on 2016-02-09 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this insightfully honest and moving memoir about the realities of teaching in an inner-city school, Ed Boland "smashes the dangerous myth of the hero-teacher [and] shows us how high the stakes are for our most vulnerable students" (Piper Kerman, author of Orange is the New Black). In a fit of idealism, Ed Boland left a twenty-year career as a non-profit executive to teach in a tough New York City public high school. But his hopes quickly collided headlong with the appalling reality of his students' lives and a hobbled education system unable to help them. Freddy runs a drug ring for his incarcerated brother; Nee-cole is homeschooled on the subway by her brilliant homeless mother; Byron's Ivy League dream is dashed because he is undocumented. In the end, Boland isn't hoisted on his students' shoulders and no one passes AP anything. This is no urban fairy tale of at-risk kids saved by a Hollywood hero, but a searing indictment of schools that claim to be progressive but still fail their students. Told with compassion, humor, and a keen eye, Boland's story is sure to ignite debate about the future of American education and attempts to reform it.

Author : Karl Pupé
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781798408599
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Action Hero Teacher written by Karl Pupé and published by . This book was released on 2019-03-06 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TAKE BACK CONTROL OF YOUR CLASSROOM Are you new to teaching? Do you teach classes that are uncontrollable? Do you have students that make your job a living hell? Do you feel like your students manage you rather than the other way around? If so, you need to teach like an Action Hero. In this practical guide, former NEETs Coordinator and SEMH teacher, Karl C. Pupé shares his wealth of knowledge gained by working with some of London's most challenging students. In his straightforward and conversational style, Karl will teach you: * The four types of students that are in every class and how to manage them * How to set rules your students will actually follow * The three most common teaching styles that will turn your class against you and how to avoid them * How to get respect and influence your students, quickly and easily * How to talk to your angriest learners, without freaking out And much more. It's not another dusty research paper that will take a month to read and a year to understand. This book is like your friend in the staffroom, ready with a warm cup of coffee and some wise words to share. The Action Hero Teacher will give you a no-nonsense roadmap that will make you less stressed and more confident going into your classroom. About the Author 'Karl is an exceptional teacher and an excellent communicator. His years of experience compliment his intuitive way of working with young people to ensure he gets the best from them. Working in some of the most challenging settings, Karl's passion for teaching remains evident in all he does.' Michelle Myrie, Head of Youth Services and Creative Partnerships at Community Music Ltd 'This is an inspiring and practical read... I devoured it -- the style is open, funny, compelling and accessible. For teachers it's a brilliant hands-on guide to dealing with difficult situations... Don't let teachers hog this amazing book! I would give it six stars if I could.' Viv Groskop, best selling author of "How To Own The Room," stand-up comedian, TV and Radio Presenter 'Karl has delivered several webinars for the NEU on classroom management. His expertise is deep and wide ranging but his real gift lies in how he communicates his subject. He is warm and funny and his pop culture references are impeccable! He is a treat to watch and to engage with. Highly recommended.' Jacqui O'Neill, National Professional Development Manager for the National Education Union (NEU) Karl C. Pupé is a qualified classroom teacher with a decade's experience across Primary, Secondary and Further Education sectors. Specialising in Behaviour Management, he worked as a Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEETs) coordinator teaching students with severe Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Karl has designed and facilitated rehabilitation classes for Year 8 to 11 students who have been excluded from Mainstream Education who are at risk of becoming NEETs themselves. Karl has worked with a number of organisations including the prestigious National Education Union which is the largest education association in Europe. The 'Action Hero Teacher Blog' was ranked by the influential PR and marketing software company Vuelio as one of the 'The Top 10 Education blogs' in the United Kingdom in September 2020.

Author : Marilee Sprenger
Publisher : ASCD
ISBN 13 : 1416629521
Total Pages : 193 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Social-Emotional Learning and the Brain written by Marilee Sprenger and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2020-09-22 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ASCD Bestseller! Today's teachers face a daunting challenge: how to ensure a positive school experience for their students, many of whom carry the burden of adverse childhood experiences, such as abuse, poverty, divorce, abandonment, and numerous other serious social issues. Spurred by her personal experience and extensive exploration of brain-based learning, author Marilee Sprenger explains how brain science—what we know about how the brain works—can be applied to social-emotional learning. Specifically, she addresses how to - Build strong, caring relationships with students to give them a sense of belonging. - Teach and model empathy, so students feel understood and can better understand others. - Awaken students' self-awareness, including the ability to name their own emotions, have accurate self-perceptions, and display self-confidence and self-efficacy. - Help students manage their behavior through impulse control, stress management, and other positive skills. - Improve students' social awareness and interaction with others. - Teach students how to handle relationships, including with people whose backgrounds differ from their own. - Guide students in making responsible decisions. Offering clear, easy-to-understand explanations of brain activity and dozens of specific strategies for all grade levels, Social-Emotional Learning and the Brain is an essential guide to creating supportive classroom environments and improving outcomes for all our students.

Author : Susan Reynolds
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1440515883
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book My Teacher is My Hero written by Susan Reynolds and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-03-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.

Author : Douglas Fisher
Publisher : Solution Tree Press
ISBN 13 : 1935543466
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Unstoppable Learning written by Douglas Fisher and published by Solution Tree Press. This book was released on 2015-01-28 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover proven methods to enhance teaching and learning schoolwide. Identify questions educators should ask to guarantee a positive classroom culture where students learn from each other, not just teachers. Explore ways to adapt learning in response to students’ individual needs, and gain strategies and tools to create clear learning targets, prepare effective lessons, and successfully assess instruction.

Author : Kelly J. Baptist
Publisher : Yearling
ISBN 13 : 0593121392
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero written by Kelly J. Baptist and published by Yearling. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A coming-of-age tale about a boy who proves that with superhero courage--and a few great sidekicks--you can take on even the toughest of odds. Adapted from a story that first appeared in Flying Lessons & Other Stories and perfect for fans of The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson. Isaiah is now the big man of the house. But it's a lot harder than his dad made it look. His little sister, Charlie, asks too many questions, and Mama's gone totally silent. Good thing Isaiah can count on his best friend, Sneaky, who always has a scheme for getting around the rules. Plus, his classmate Angel has a few good ideas of her own--once she stops hassling Isaiah. And when things get really tough, there's Daddy's journal, filled with stories about the amazing Isaiah Dunn, a superhero who gets his powers from beans and rice. Isaiah wishes his dad's tales were real. He could use those powers right about now! Kelly J. Baptist's debut novel explores the indomitable spirit of a ten-year-old boy and the superhero strength it takes to grow up.

Author : Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich
Publisher : Yearling
ISBN 13 : 0525646337
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Hero Next Door written by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich and published by Yearling. This book was released on 2021-01-05 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another middle-grade short-story collection--this one focused on exploring acts of bravery--featuring some of the best own-voices children's authors, including R. J. Palacio (Wonder), Rita Williams-Garcia (One Crazy Summer), Linda Sue Park (A Long Walk to Water), and many more. Not all heroes wear capes. Some heroes teach martial arts. Others talk to ghosts. A few are inventors or soccer players. They're also sisters, neighbors, and friends. Because heroes come in many shapes and sizes. But they all have one thing in common: they make the world a better place. Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this vibrant anthology features thirteen acclaimed authors whose powerful and diverse voices show how small acts of kindness can save the day. So pay attention, because a hero could be right beside you. Or maybe the hero is you. AUTHORS INCLUDE: William Alexander, Joseph Bruchac, Lamar Giles, Mike Jung, Hena Khan, Juana Medina, Ellen Oh, R. J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park and Anna Dobbin, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Ronald L. Smith, Rita Williams-Garcia, and short-story contest winner Suma Subramaniam “As with the two previous anthologies from We Need Diverse Books, this collection admirably succeeds in making available to all readers a wider and more representative range of American voices and protagonists.” —The Washington Post

Author : Bill Ziegler
Publisher : Corwin Press
ISBN 13 : 1544355114
Total Pages : 171 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book You Don’t Need Superpowers to Be a Kid’s Hero written by Bill Ziegler and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2020-02-25 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create a culture and climate that produces real heroes The future of our schools depends on leaders who can foster every day heroism in others. This doesn’t require supernatural powers. It requires a willingness to be intentional in building heroes in our communities who are ready to get things done and take on the demands of the future. You Don’t Need Superpowers to Be a Kid’s Hero will help you create the climate that produces these heroes. Hero-building work will help you look deeply into your school culture and see yourself and your students and staff in a fresh, powerful way. Readers will find: · Training ideas for leadership teams · Instruments for gauging progress · Practical steps for building courage into practices · Practical strategies to help navigate the complexities of creating an extraordinary school · Hero-building stories from the field Written with an inspiring tone, this book will empower school leaders to lead in a way that unleashes staff and students to be superheroes in their communities.

Author : Laura Numeroff
Publisher : Cleverkick
ISBN 13 : 0996551816
Total Pages : 7 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Raising a Hero written by Laura Numeroff and published by Cleverkick. This book was released on 2016-11-21 with total page 7 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the beloved #1 New York Times best-selling author of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie Max is a determined puppy with a lot to learn on his adventure of becoming a life-changing friend and helper. Dogs are trained to do lots of things, like open doors, turn on lights and even help take off someone’s shoes. Max’s puppy raiser, Sam, takes him everywhere; on the bus, to puppy kindergarten, and even to restaurants. But it’s tough staying underneath the table when the french fries smell so good! Discover the fun and important ways Max earns his special yellow vest as he gets ready to help someone in need of a true hero. "A good message excellently illustrated." (Picture book. 4-8) - Kirkus Reviews

Author : Susan Reynolds
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1440520291
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book My Mom Is My Hero written by Susan Reynolds and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-02-18 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This touching collection of stories written by people of all ages and backgrounds will honor the most important woman in everyoneÆs lifeùtheir mother. Sons and daughters can show Mom how heroic she is and how grateful they are for her daily acts of kindness, gentle guidance, solid wisdom, and willingness to always put family first. From a mother who helped her teenage daughter beat depression to one who hand-built a desk from scraps for her aspiring-writer son, this collection provides plenty of stories to uniquely express oneÆs gratitude and admiration for their mother, or mother figure, who played a starring role in their life. Children will be able to give her a gift that touches her heart and that sheÆll be proud to display. Finally, MomÆs everyday heroic deeds will not go unnoticed.