Professional Development for Teachers

This is, by far, the most engaging textbook I’v ever read. I’ve never had a textbook that “I couldn’t put down”. I actually read this entire book in one sitting. Reflecting on the chapters and concepts in the text helped me clarify topics that I’d like to incorporate into my daily teaching practice. This book provided a new perspective on my teaching and helped me set new goals. Because of this book, I feel inspired to continue to advocate for unstructured, child-initiated play in my classroo… Read more

Environmental impact plays such a large part in the success of any one student.  I see students with plenty of ability, but they lack the perseverance and motivation to want to succeed in school.  I also see students with such difficult home environments that I am not sure how they even function at school–most don’t. Resiliency is replaced with depression, giving up, and looking for an easy way out.  How Children Succeed has provided me with inspiration and motivation to see my students at a dif… Read more

I really enjoyed reading all the ideas contained in the Rich Resources boxes.  I am excited to try some of these suggestions in my classroom.  Classrooms that Work is a wonderful resource for all elementary school teachers.  It holds an abundance of practical and easily implemented ideas for teachers to create classrooms where children will thrive in an environment that fosters a love of reading and writing. L.S., New Jersey

I searched for six months to find a course to take for my renewal certificate.  I wanted to learn something useful, something I would enjoy, something I would actually take back to my classroom.  When I researched this course, it seemed like a good fit, but never did I imagine it would take me out of my comfort zone.  Never once did I think I would be looking forward to telling a story to my students (or to my dogs, for that matter). There was a lot of  information to cover, more than I thou… Read more

I just wanted to tell you that I ABSOLUTELY love your courses! I have passed on your courses to several of my friends who also rave about your courses. Thank you for providing professional educators with new courses that help us in the real world of teaching.

I loved all the courses available!  This was a fabulous class.  There was a lot of reading, but it held much value.  I am excited to implement what I have learned in my classroom! A.M.