Book Reviews of The Essential 55: An Award-Winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child

This book is a MUST HAVE not only for educators, but for parents, care givers, or anyone else who works with children. I was surprised to find that mixed in with the "55" lessons are humorous, and inspiring stories of Ron Clark's experience. It has truly been enlightening. I'm giving copies of this to everyone I know. And I can't tell you how many children I've met that I WISH had been taught half of these essentials!!

This is a collection of the effective rules that Ron clark used to become an extraordinary teacher. It's mostly about manners and respecting self and others. I've taught school for more than 20 years and have put into practice many of Ron Clark's ideas long before he compiled them into this book. The book would be good for beginning teachers, especially.

This book really has some incredibly helpful tips for new teachers. While some of the rules are quite specific, the overall effect is one that helps you establish strong classroom management skills. Clark blends unconditional love with high expectations, which is the goal of every teacher. I suggest you check this book out if you are new to the world of education, or if you want to brush up on your classroom management skills.

This book was very practical. He spoke to the children in every day terms that made sense...common sense that is.

great resource of ideas for teachers on how to motivate, discipline, and communicate with students

Quick read with easily implemented ideas for the classroom. Upligting for the tired teacher as well as the beginner.

Great teaching ideas and concepts. This is written by the guy featured on The Ron Clark Story starring Matthew Perry. Lots of anecdotes and examples from his experiences.

LOVE this book! I was proud to see that I actually DO some of the things he does, but I also stole quite a few ideas for my 4th grade classroom. Great book!

Good help for teachers and parents. Also makes a good reference for ideas for this subject.

I think Ron Clark is an anal retentive control freak better suited for business management than teaching.

This book is a book of ideas to use in the classroom.

This is an excellent book for educators and parents to read! I am a high school teacher with no children, so some of the ideas are a little harder for me to apply, but I thought it was an excellent book from a very fine educator.

Great book

Quick, encouraging read for teachers - will help avoid burnout!

some really sweet ideas

Rule 19. When I assign homework, there is is to be no moaning or complaining. This will result in a doubled assignment.

--actually this happens where this bookswapper works!

Excellent, practical steps for all areas of a child's development. Not just for teachers. Parents can learn a lot from this book.

This copy of the book is autographed by Ron Clark.

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