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reading_rachel's review against another edition
4.0
I found this book to be full of a lot of really helpful advice, especially for someone who is new to teaching. That being said, the title is a little misleading because it seems like it would apply to all teachers, but it really only applies to new teachers. There are two brief chapters for experienced/mentor teachers and administrators, but this book is mainly for those teachers just starting out. Elden isn't afraid to say what she believes, or go against what might be considered traditional practices in favor of more practical methods. Overall, a great companion for any new teacher.
beths0103's review against another edition
3.0
This book is the opposite of one of those feel-good teacher movies. You know, the one where all the students are troublemakers and by the end they're all singing kum-by-ya in the classroom together? Roxanna Elden gives new teachers a dose of reality but then offers practical advice for how to deal with some very typical teacher problems with the caveat that there is no blanket solution to every conflict. Elden is extremely frank with her readers while still giving them some measure of hope to keep going. Her lighthearted humor keeps this book from feeling too austere.
janeeyre22's review against another edition
5.0
Great book for new teachers and good reminders for all others.
msbandthebooks's review against another edition
4.0
I thought this book provided real and straight forward advice on how to be a good teacher and gave realistic examples of what that looks like. It also was reassuring and stated the fact that every teacher is going to have their bad days. As a new educator, it made me feel better about not having a perfect year and made me hopeful about the years in teaching that I have ahead of me.
kaitsbooked's review against another edition
5.0
Quite a few of the situations in this book happened to me during student teaching. I wish I had this book then.
naturalee's review against another edition
5.0
Reading this book really helped me to regain some of my sanity. I'm having such a hard time and not only is it practical, its laugh out loud hilarious to boot!
micaelastroup's review against another edition
3.0
Pretty good for a new teacher, or a seasoned teacher who may need some quick reminders.
kierstenkrog's review against another edition
4.0
Very helpful advice for first year teachers. Will definitely read again when I begin teaching.