Solutions, etc. Recommended Books



The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens: The Ultimate Teenage Success Guide by Sean Covey Encourage your students to become the best they can be. From the creators of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.	Whale Done by Ken Blanchard Educators can’t MAKE a young person do anything, the same way Sea World trainers can’t MAKE a 10,000 pound killer whale do anything. Learn from Sea World trainers how to motivate others toward positive actions through building relationships and by redirecting behaviors. While this book was written for the business world, its ideas are ideally suited to the high school classroom.	Classroom Instruction That Works: Research-Based Strategies for Increasing Student Achievement by Robert J. Marzano Make your classroom a more effective and dynamic place where all students will be able to achieve.


Teaching with Love and Logic by Jim Fay and David Funk One of the very best books ever written for teachers. Learn how to foster the relationships and the environment that leads to classroom success. All based on classroom experience - no "theories" here. This book will change the way you relate to young people!	The First Days of School: How to Be an Effective Teacher by Harry Wong The ultimate guide to preparing a classroom to be a place where students and you can succeed.	Jaime Escalante: Sensational Teacher by Ann Byers The inspirational biography of an excellent teacher who changed the lives of his students. (for young adults)


Escalante: The Best Teacher in America by Jay Matthews The story that inspired the movie Stand and Deliver about the "best teacher in America". Read how one teacher changed the lives of a group of troubled students.	Setting Limits in the Classroom by Robert Mackenzie Strategies for creating a classroom atmosphere conducive to effective instruction.	Ordinary Children, Extraordinary Teachers by Marva Collins Strategies, ideas, and philosophy from a successful teachers in difficult teaching situations.


They Call Me Coach by John Wooden Inspirational stories and quotes about success from a man who reached the pinnacle of his profession. Includes the famous PYRAMID OF SUCCESS!	Marva Collins' Way by Marva Collins Inspirational story of one woman's successful quest to reach at-risk children in inner-city Chicago. Her story is an inspiration for all teachers.	The Speaker's Quote Book by Roy B. Zuck Contains quotes for all occasions. This is a great way for teachers to find ways to inspire their students. Put a quote up, ask your students to react, and have a great discussion.


The Answer to How Is Yes: Acting On What Matters by Peter Block Become more effective by knowing yourself and they "why" instead of of focusing on always learning more facts and the "how".	You Can Be President: Or Anything Else by Bob Moore Inspire your students to think big, dream high, or strive for greatness!	Secrets of Discipline: 12 Keys for Raising Responsible Children by Ronald Morrish Raising children in a discplined manner is very similar to structuring a classroom. Read the secrets.


City Schools and the American Dream: Reclaiming the Promise of Public Education by Pedro Noguera What will it take for urban schools to achieve the kind of academic performance required by new state and national educational standards? Noguera gives politicians, policymakers, and the public its own standard for achievement - provide the basic economic and social support so that teachers and students can get the job done!	At-Risk Students: Reaching & Teaching Them by Richard Sagor Great advice, strategies and information for anyone dealing with at-risk students. Practical and easy to read it will change the way you teach.	With All Due Respect: Keys for Building Effective School Discipline by Ron Morrish Proven strategies for successful discipline in the schools and in the classroom - just what all teachers need.


Teaching Students Ways to Remember: Strategies for Learning Mnemonically (Series on Cognitive Strategy Instruction) by Margo A. Mastropieri and Thomas E. Scruggs Proven strategies for helping even your weakest students learn material. In today's climate of NCLB, AYP, and high stakes testing - every teacher needs this book!	School of Dreams: Making the Grade at a Top American High School by Edward Humes A fascinating look inside one of California's most competitive high school.	Breaking Ranks II: Strategies for Leading High School Reform by NASSP A research based look at how schools can transform themselves. Practical guide for administrators looking to help their schools break from the ranks of the ordinary and move to the extraordinary.


The Courage to Teach: Exploring the Inner Landscape of a Teacher's Life by Parker Palmer Learn what holds some teachers back and then gain the courage, insight, and passion to become the inspiration your students need.	The John Wooden Pyramid of Success: The Authorized Biography, Philosophy and Ultimate Guide to Life, Leadership, Friendship and Love of the Greatest Coach in the History of Sports by Neville Johnson Learn more about the coach of the century and his ideas about life and success. This is sure to give you ideas of how you can motivate and inspire your students to strive to become the best they are capable of being.