You Can't Teach Until Everyone Is Listening: Six Simple Steps to Preventing Disorder, Disruption, and General Mayhem
"Page's book is a jewel and of real benefit to the experienced or beginning teacher. Her advice is wise, sound, realistic, and very practical, and the book's main thesis should serve as a focal point of teacher preparation programs."(Robert Di Giulio, Professor of Education, Johnson State College 2007-07-25)"Management isn't magic—it can be mastered. Page's commonsense strategies are sound in practice and needed by teachers in the field."(Marsha Alibrandi, Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction 2007-10-23)"Discusses the practical and easy steps to classroom discipline. This wonderful book distills much of what I spend time trying to teach the new teachers I mentor."(Devona Rowe, Teacher 2007-11-15)"Covers the fundamentals sometimes overlooked or learned the hard way. Although it is great for student teachers and mentoring of beginning teachers, it is also appropriate for seasoned teachers."(Gail McGoogan, Third-Grade Teacher 2007-11-15)"A lot of books about classroom management exist, but many of those just offer utopian solutions that do not work in real classrooms. This book provides very solid examples and detailed practices that will not only inspire and prepare new teachers, but also help veteran teachers increase their effectiveness. A must-have reference for all teachers.”(Alper Kesten, Assistant Professor of Education 2007-12-11)"Page is a breath of fresh air, reminding us that the soul of teaching is working with kids. This handbook provides a perfect blend of practical advice, research, modeling, and examples to rethink what happens and what needs to happen in classrooms."(Daniel K. Thompson, Assistant Professor 2008-01-16)"Offers six steps for more effecitve classroom management and comes from a teacher who uses years of research and experience to support the presentation of these steps. From establishing a foundation as a classroom leader to building student trust and encouraging cooperative behavior patterns, this book is a top pick."(California Bookwatch, August 2008 2008-11-21)