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10 MUST Read Books for Teachers

As teachers we’re constantly reading.

Like seriously…

Data charts IEPs, meeting notes, emails, student chicken scratch (I mean what word is that??).

The last thing we want to do when we get home is to READ anything else, I’m sure… But these books? These books are the books teachers should read. The kind that touch your teaching soul. Yes… there’s some professional development mixed in, but the majority of these books are books that are written for when teachers are off duty. From uplifting, to silly, to just down right smart, warning some may even bring a tear to your eyes! Check out this list of top 10 books that EVERY teacher should read.

 

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1. 32 Third Graders and One Class Bunny

This warm and humorous “memoir” style book by Phillip Done will have you laughing, crying, and thinking… YASSS… in a way only a teacher understands. In 32 Thirty Two Third Graders and One Class Bunny, Phillip Done shares his most beloved memories from teaching from his first year grinds, to the perils of being a bachelor in an elementary school setting, and the joys of and trials of educator tomorrow’s leaders.

When I (finally) got my first teaching job, my mom gave me this book. At the time, I barely had time to read my required Professional Development books let alone a silly little book about a guy who teaches. But once things settled down that second year, I found this little gem ready for me on my book shelf. Each night after a long and tiresome day at school, I’d read a chapter in bed and chuckle at the “so true” moments that Phillip shares. This is one of my favorite books and a MUST read in my opinion for anyone in the teaching field, or wanting a light read with lots of heart and loads laughs. You can thank my mom.

 

2. What Teachers Make

If you’ve ever been to a professional development for teachers or been in the trenches for  a while, you are very familiar with the poem of  the same name. What Teachers Make is inspired by that AMAZINGLY uplifting poem penned by our author. In the book, Taylor writes part inspiring anthem for our field and part a practical guide to effective teaching techniques.

This book is perfect for the newbie and veteran teacher alike as it calls to remind us that we, as teachers, have the greatest, most challenging, and important job in the world.

 

 

 

3. Elaine’s Circle

Let’s get one thing straight before I share this next book with you. This book will make you cry. Like buckets. Like raining buckets on the last day of school of the best class you ever had but worse, buckets. If you’re not into heartwarming teary eyed books, then move along. But, if you like to indulge in reading uplifting-but-sad-but-happy-but seriously-sad-books, then this book is for you.

Elaine’s Circle by Bob Katz focuses on the real life story of Elaine Moore, a 4th grade teacher in Alaska, and the extraordinary  lengths she goes to when one of her student’s is diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor.   This book provides a heart-wrenching look at the  remarkable achievements of Ms. Moore, the supportive community, and a group of children who rallied to make the student’s impending death an unforgettable lesson about life.

Seriously folks… wonderful, deep, and tear jerking the whole time. When to read it? Not on lunch break at school, but over the summer while in your “I haven’t left the house or put on real clothes in 5 days” moments.

 

4. The Excellent 11

Written by one of the most well-known and inspiring educators in the nation, The Excellent 11 is a teacher’s companion to Ron Clark’s The Essential 55. Written to inspire and educate teachers on creating students who LOVE learning, this is a MUST read. Actually, any book by Ron Clark is a must read in my opinion. His positive attitude and always forward determination brings a new found hope to beaten down veterans and overwhelmed newbies alike.

 

Other amazing books by Ron Clark: Move Your Bus and The End of Molasses Classes.

 

 

 

 

 

5. Beam of Light

On a Beam of Light by Jennifer Berne is one of those inspiring picture books that you have to read to your class! This creative picture book follows a young Albert Einstein into adulthood and focus on how imagination can be your guide in discovery amazing new things. Although written about one of the most infamous mathematical minds, it is not a biography. Ms. Berne works to inspire the reader and urges future generations to answer the questions that Albert couldn’t. My favorite part of this book is the illustrations. The watercolors are a stark contrast to the mathematical genius found in the books main subject but allows the reader to use their imagination to fill in the story.

 

 

 

6. Teach Like a Pirate

Ok… I know what you’re thinking… PD on my time off? N.O. But I promise this awesome book won’t read or feel like any other PD reading you’ve done before. In Teacher Like a Pirate, author Dave Burgess  works to inspire you, offer practical techniques, and provide innovative ideas. All geared toward increasing student engagement and boost your creativity as an educator. The book promises you’ll learn how to:

• Tap into and dramatically increase your passion as a teacher

• Develop outrageously engaging lessons that draw students in like a magnet

• Establish rapport and a sense of community in your classroom

• Transform your class into a life-changing experience for your students

Even if it sounds too good to be true… who doesn’t want to read a book that encourages you to teach with scaly-wag? Arr! Bonus? There’s always a summer reading group going online, so you can enjoy this book with some of your online friends! (Just check out the hashtag: #teachlikeapirate to see some amazing things!)

7. Good-bye, Mr. Chips

If you fancy Classic English Lit or heartwarming tales, then you’ll love this classic of the world’s most beloved schoolmaster. Goodbye, Mr. Chips follows the life of English schoolmaster Mr. Chipping as he journeys through teaching at a Private English School for boys in the 1870’s. It is told through the memories of the many students who came to say their final farewells.

 

 

 

 

 

 

8. Close Encounters of the Third Grade Kind

Like I said in book recommendation one, I’m a huge fan of Phillip Done’s easy going and relatable writing style. It is only fitting that I recommend his other teaching memoir book, Close Encounters of the Third Grade Kind. Readers can expect the same “only a teacher” heartwarming stories from this book, but this time Phillip leads us through a regular school year with all its ups and downs as only a teacher can experience it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

9. Crash Course

Ron Clark inspires educators around the world and his Co-founder Kim Bearden is just as inspiring. This true story follows Kim as she shares how a group of inner city school kids taught her to overcome personal adversity and achieve success and happiness. From first year blunders to co-founding the ultimate school, Ron Clark Academy, Kim will have you laughing and tearing up with her “life lessons” book.

 

 

 

 

 

 

10. The Lazy Teacher’s Handbook

  Let’s get one thing straight. Teachers are not lazy. They are overworked, stressed out, and underpaid. In Jim Smith’s The Lazy Teacher’s Handbook, he encourages teachers to step back and let students do more of the work. The title is a interesting, but his message is clear. Putting students in charge creates less work for you and more engagement and ownership from them. The best part is that Smith’s handbook even gives you easy-to-apply and highly effective strategies for doing just that! They all have the seal of approval by real students in real classrooms. In fact, many of them have been created by the students themselves. So why is this a “must read? Because, anything that helps me become a better teacher while doing actually less work is golden in my book. Genius if you as me… GENIUS!

 

 

 

 

So, have you read any of these 10 MUST reads? Or do you have another book you think must be on the top of every teacher’s “to read” list? Share in the comments below!

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Must Read Books for Teachers in 2022

There are some books that every teacher should read. Today, I’m sharing nine books ones that all teachers should read in 2022.

Well, teacher friends… the end of 2021 is near. I wish I could say that 2021 was WAAAAAYYYYY better than 2020, but that would be an overstatement of mega portions. Sure, there were some bright spots, but there was still so.much.stress. I’m not sure if it’s all this doom and gloom, but for whatever reason, I’m feeling rather melancholy about the arrival of 2022. Will it be better than 2021? I sure hope so, but I’m not going to get all hopeful about it. Either way, winter break is heading our way, and that means there’s going to be a *wee bit* of time to rest and relax. At this point in the year, I’d give my left foot for a nap, but there’s no rest for this Applicious Teacher. So instead, I’m settling for a little relaxation. For me, relaxation equates to reading. So, let’s talk about some of the must-read books for teachers in 2022.

Some of the books I’m sharing today are fun reads, while others are meant to better you as a person, open your eyes to situations you didn’t realize were happening, or help you hone your teaching craft. But all of them are perfect for helping you reshape how 2022 will look in your personal and professional life.

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Books for Teachers in 2022

No time to read the whole list? I got you! You can click the links in the caption to check out just the specific books you’re looking for!

1. A Teacher’s Top Secret 2. Firefly Lane 3. Shifting the Balance 4. Teacher Misery 5. You Have a Voice 6. Happy Teachers Change the World 7. Positive Habits for Teachers 8. Guided Math Amped 9. A Repair Kit for Grading: 15 Fixes for Broken Grades

Ok! Let’s get into these recommendations!

1. A Teacher’s Top Secret by LaNesha Tabb

This one might look a little familiar… it made an appearance earlier this year on the BTS book list. And guess what? It is so good, I’m putting it on this list too!

LaNesha perfectly captures a teacher’s heart in this book and that is good for the educator’s soul. Expect this one to warm your heart! Read it once, then save it for the beginning of every school year. This one deserves to be pulled out year after year!

Buy the book here at LaNesha’s website!

2. Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah

So this one has recently made a splash as a Netflix series and honestly, I always love reading a book that was good enough to leap to the TV screen.

I purchased this book at Target a few days before we left for a weekend trip up North to visit my family and celebrate my grandmother’s 92nd birthday. I started it on the plane and finished it by the time we got home 4 days later.

This is a heart-filled tale of two lifelong friends and their journey through the good, the bad, and the ugly. This includes growing up in the 70s, 80s, and 90s. For this reason, I’d say the book’s perfect audience trends a bit older than me ( I was born in ’84 and couldn’t appreciate all the music touchpoints in the book.) Although, there were parts I thought could have gone a bit deeper, or Hannah could have explored different plot lines a little bit more. At the heart of this book are Kate and Tully and their testament to what true friendship can become.

So why is it on my list of “Must Reads”? The heart of this book. With the years we’ve been handed, I think we all could use a big dose of heart, and this forever friends book reminds us of how special and precious our friends can be. Also, wouldn’t it be fun to read it, then watch the series on Netflix? That’s my plan!

You can grab it here on Amazon! Oh, and there is also a sequel that follows Tully.

3. Shifting the Balance by Jan Burkins and Kari Yates

So the “Science of Reading” has come in and rocked the boat of Balanced Literacy Classrooms everywhere. If you find yourself unsure of where to start when it comes to integrating the foundations-based theory in your classroom, this book is the perfect place to start!

I think this book would make a great group study book, too!

Check it out here on Amazon.

4. Teacher Misery by Jane Morris

Let me start by saying this book is a bit tongue-in-cheek and at times wildly inappropriate. But if you follow the Instagram account by the same name, you’ll get it.

Morris works to weave all the crazy things that can happen in a school day into a humorous book.

So why is it a must-read for teachers this upcoming school year? Well… because her stories are true and I know every teacher can relate to them. Sometimes when things are going to 💩 you need a little bit of teacher co-misery to help you remember that sometimes being a teacher is just crazy. Also, laughing… lots and lots of laughing!

Check it out here on Amazon.com

5. You Have a Voice by Vera Ahiyya

This next one isn’t even out yet, but I’m telling you this will be a must-read. How do I know? Because of Vera! Vera is the face behind the Diverse Reads account on IG and before that, she was “The Tutu Teacher”.

This is Vera’s second book and it is all about empowering students to use their voices for good.

Preorder it now!

6. Happy Teachers Change the World by Thich Nhat Hanh and Katherine Weare

I think that one thing all educators can agree on this school year is the lack of happiness among their peers (hence the Teacher Misery!). So… let’s talk about how we can bring some more joy to education.

What’s that you say? By raising pay and taking away a few of the extras from your plate? Not likely… but this book is a guide for creating mindfulness, and I do think that that is a start.

This book helps teachers practice meditation every day and also guides them into using the meditation techniques with their students. Honestly, I’m intrigued and def think we could all use a little bit of calmness and recentering this school year!

Check it out here.

7. Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers by Grace Stevens

Yes, another positivity book. Look, have you been teaching this year? It’s pretty bleak out there, and in times of darkness, sometimes you need a little light to lead the way.

So if meditation isn’t your thing, maybe a few mindset habits will be.

In this book, Stevens promises that in 10 steps, you’ll reduce stress, increase your student engagement, and stop lugging papers and lessons plans home weekend after weekend. I think this is something we can all get behind!

Get it here on Amazon. Right now, it’s a free read on the Kindle app!

8. Guided Math Amped by Reagan Tunstall

EEEEKKKK! You guys, I love it when educators write books for educators. It just makes my heart happy! Like who knows better about what works (and doesn’t work) in a classroom more than a teacher?

My next recommendation is from the queen of Tunstall’s Teaching Tidbits, and she is making a splash with her debut book, Guided Math Amped.

In this book, Reagan takes you step-by-step into completely overhauling your math block and turning it into math gold! If you’ve been wanting to start guided math in your classroom, this is a must-read!

Grab it here on Amazon!

9. A Repair Kit for Grading: 15 Fixes for Broken Grades by Ken O’Connor

Do you give extra credit? How about grade homework? Give tons and tons of grades? I’m not saying you’re wrong… but I’m also not saying you’re right.

This oldie but goodie is here to help you refocus your grading practices on what truly matters when it comes to grades: How well are your students performing on the tasks that are given. And that’s why it’s on this list as a best book for teachers.

Many moons ago, I led a book study on this book with my 2nd-grade team and I’m so glad it did. Not only did O’Connor reveal some pretty bad teaching practices my colleagues and I were doing, but he also gave us permission to grade less and make sure the grades we were giving were the right kind. I suggest every teacher read this book!

You can grab it here on Amazon, but I’m sure if you poked around your school’s PD library, they’ll have a copy too.

9 Books for Teachers in 2022

So these are just a few of the books you should read this upcoming year. Some are for the heart, others are for the fun, and then we’ve got some to focus your teaching craft. Let me know if you read any of these recs!

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Looking for more book suggestions? Check out these teacher book lists!

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