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My Favorite Teacher Books
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Discipline With DignityDiscipline With Dignity by Richard L. Curwin
Buy used from: $0.24
This is an excellent book when you're looking to design an ethical, student-centered discipline system for your classroom.
Your First Year As an Elementary School Teacher : Making the Transition from Total Novice to Successful ProfessionalYour First Year As an Elementary School Teacher : Making the Transition from Total Novice to Successful Professional by Lynne Marie Rominger
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $2.13
This is a fantastic guide for teachers entering the field, and maybe even one that those of us who have been in the field for awhile might want to re-read!
Educating Esme: Diary of a Teacher's First YearEducating Esme: Diary of a Teacher's First Year by Esmé Raji Codell
Buy used from: $0.47
This is the true story of a local teacher. I heard her speak once and it was exceptionally uplifting.
The First Days Of School: How To Be An Effective TeacherThe First Days Of School: How To Be An Effective Teacher by Harry K. Wong
Buy used from: $3.99
An excellent overview of just what the title states!
The Complete Guide to Asperger's SyndromeThe Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome by Tony Attwood
Buy new: $14.64 / Used from: $15.91
The Gift of DyslexiaThe Gift of Dyslexia by Ronald D. Davis
Buy new: $10.37 / Used from: $3.89
I don't know that I 100% subscribe to this, but it is an interesting read from one of the more recent innovators in the field.
The ADHD-Autism Connection: A Step Toward More Accurate Diagnoses and Effective TreatmentsThe ADHD-Autism Connection: A Step Toward More Accurate Diagnoses and Effective Treatments by Diane Kennedy
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $1.99
Again, I don't know that I'm 100% on board with this, but it puts forth some interesting thoughts.
Fair Isn't Always EqualFair Isn't Always Equal by Rick Wormeli
Buy new: $15.13 / Used from: $15.99
This is a very recent book and it brings up some interesting ideas and incorporates a lot of recent trends in education.
The Behavior Survival Guide for Kids: How to Make Good Choices and Stay Out of TroubleThe Behavior Survival Guide for Kids: How to Make Good Choices and Stay Out of Trouble
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $4.23
This is a great hands on book that can provide opportunities for kids to get involved in their own behavior management.