Everything a New Elementary School Teacher REALLY Needs to Know (But Didn't Learn in College)
This book is just exactly what its title states. Filled with real-world tips and situations for teachers new and old, it’s a very user-friendly manual. One will not read about which teaching strategies and philosophies are best here but instead will find practical how-to’s for events like room setup, managing parents in the classroom, and successfully carrying out field trips. Reading this title cover-to-cover in one sitting could be overwhelming for a first-year educator. It’s a perfect resource, though, for browsing or flipping to sections to address specific questions. Clear headings, “by the way” text boxes, and bold-faced personal experiences make sought-for information easy to find. Throughout is the underlying advice that each teacher must do what works best for his or her own students, but what is missing is the crucial encouragement to partner with the school librarian for collaboration opportunities. Still, educators new and experienced can all gain more than a few teacher-tested methods from this helpful volume. --Julie Green