Best books for new teachers

Congratulations on your new teaching career! Here are some highly recommended books that can help you navigate the challenges and opportunities of teaching:

  1. "The First Year Teacher's Survival Guide" by Nancy Frey and Douglas Fisher: A practical guide to help you navigate your first year of teaching, covering topics like classroom management, lesson planning, and communication with parents.
  2. "Teach Like a Pirate" by Dave Burgess: A motivational book that encourages you to think creatively and make learning fun for your students.
  3. "The Art of Possibility" by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander: A thought-provoking book that helps you develop a growth mindset and approach teaching with a sense of possibility and optimism.
  4. "What Great Teachers Do Differently" by Todd Whitaker: A research-based book that identifies the characteristics and behaviors of effective teachers, providing practical tips for improving your teaching practice.
  5. "The Teacher's Guide to Classroom Management" by Harry Wong and Rosemary Wong: A comprehensive guide to classroom management, covering topics like setting expectations, handling disruptions, and creating a positive learning environment.
  6. "How to Teach So Students Remember" by Marilee B. Jones: A practical book that provides strategies for improving student retention and recall, including techniques for creating engaging lessons and assessments.
  7. "The Power of Feedback" by John Hattie and Helen Timperley: A research-based book that explores the importance of feedback in teaching and learning, providing practical tips for giving effective feedback to students.
  8. "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" by Carol S. Dweck: A classic book that introduces the concept of the growth mindset and its application to teaching and learning.
  9. "The Skillful Teacher" by Stephen D. Brookfield: A thought-provoking book that explores the art of teaching, covering topics like reflection, self-awareness, and continuous improvement.
  10. "Teaching with Intention" by Debbie Miller: A practical book that provides strategies for creating intentional lessons, assessments, and feedback, with a focus on improving student learning outcomes.
  11. "The New Teacher's Survival Guide" by Kathleen K. Cushman: A comprehensive guide to teaching, covering topics like lesson planning, classroom management, and communication with parents.
  12. "Teaching in the Digital Age" by Curtis J. Bonk: A timely book that explores the role of technology in teaching and learning, providing practical tips for integrating digital tools into your teaching practice.

These books offer a range of perspectives and practical advice to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities of teaching. Remember, teaching is a continuous learning process, and these books can be a valuable resource as you grow and develop as an educator.