Janine J. reviewed Reluctant Disciplinarian: Advice on Classroom Management from a Softy Who Became (Eventually) a Successful Teacher on + 3 more book reviews
Well written in a conversational style. Not preachy, but no nonsense. A good reminder to the softies (like me) who need the advice.
Christine P. (plyweed) reviewed Reluctant Disciplinarian: Advice on Classroom Management from a Softy Who Became (Eventually) a Successful Teacher on + 6 more book reviews
This book was more or less a report of the gentleman's first years of teaching. I didn't get much useful information from it at all. I was pretty disappointed in it. The best part is the advise from other teachers at the back of the book.
Angie -
While this book has mostly common sense solutions (class rules, teacher look, etc.), it prompted me to reflect upon my teaching practices and identify aspects of classroom management I can improve (ie.picking your battles.) This was definitely worth the time it took to read for the entertainment alone. I even laughed out loud a few times. So I do highly recommend it especially for new/newer teachers.
