Bøker av Brad Gustafson

Every student has the right to learn how to read. But learning how to read isn't enough. Students must also want to read. Students deserve a literacy-rich environment in which reading is championed by all leaders serving in their school--whether in formal or informal leadership roles.This book provides educators the tools and culture-building strategies needed to help all students fall in love with reading. And it will help you co-create a community of readers that challenges and inspires.This book is for any educator who wants to grow as a literacy leader.This book will empower teams to initiate conversations that will take the work deeper.This book explores six literacy levers that will help you create a community of readers.This book will equip you with actionable ideas and the research needed to push the field forward.Filled with inspiring stories and practical advice and strategies, The 6 Literacy Levers is a book that will transform the literacy culture wherever you serve.

In Pursuit of Learning That Lasts . . This genre-busting book captures the heart, mind, and hope of education like no other. Through a series of interwoven stories, award-winning educator and principal Brad Gustafson reminds us of what we’ve known all along: Children are more than numbers, and we are called to teach and reach them accordingly.Reclaiming Our Calling will empower you to . . .Talk about learning that lasts in tangible termsTeach on behalf of the whole learner by tapping into their strengths Take steps toward meaningful change regardless of your roleUnderstand and lead with the 4 Passions of the Profession and invite others to do the same-----“ . . . an inspiring call to action.”—John R. Ryan, president and CEO, Center for Creative Leadership“ . . . powerful classroom stories, reflective-thinking opportunities, and practical strategies.”—Donalyn Miller, author and literacy advocate“ . . . a great resource for teachers to get back to the core of great teaching and learning.”—Josh Stumpenhorst, teacher, librarian, author, and speaker “Reclaiming Our Calling is a gift to all educators.”—Jessica Cabeen, author, speaker, and nationally distinguished principal“ . . . it’s a message many educators badly need right now.”—Peter DeWitt, EdD, author/consultant, Finding Common Ground blog (Education Week)“ . . . a physical manifestation of the heart and soul of education.”—Dr. Tony Sinanis, educator, author, and speaker“ . . . a rallying cry for all educators . . . and policy makers should take notice.”—Gov. Bob Wise, president of the Alliance for Excellent Education and former governor of West Virginia