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Something happens in students when they define themselves as makers and inventors and creators. They discover powerful skillsproblem-solving, critical thinking, and imaginationthat will help them shape the world's future our future. In LAUNCH, John Spencer and A.J. Juliani provide a process that can be incorporated into every class at every grade level ... even if you don't consider yourself a ';creative teacher.' And if you dare to innovate and view creativity as an essential skill, you will empower your students to change the worldstarting right now.

22 Teachers, 22 Learners.In Steve Wyborneys classroom, everyone is a teacher and a learner. That may be true in your classroom as well, but do your students know you are ready to learn right alongside them? Its a simple idea, but one that when publicly shared on his classrooms wall significantly influenced the way Steve approached teaching - and the willingness of his students to risk expressing novel ideas. In The Writing on the Classroom Wall, Steve explains how posting and discussing Big Ideas can lead to deeper learning. From this book, youll learn why: sharing your ideas will sharpen and refine them. Its okay if some of your ideas fall off the wall. The Big Ideas you share dont have to be profound to make a profound impact on learning. If you look around your classroom, you will see it: a blank space on your wall that is waiting for you to post your deepest, most passionate beliefs about learning. Will you share your Big Ideas?

Rushton Hurley explores the mindsets, activities, and technology that make for great learning. You'll learn: how to think about and create strong learning activities, why fostering and sharing successes benefits everyone, how to strengthen individual confidence in both students and teachers, and how to know what makes your school special.

What if you could break the rules-responsibly? In Copyrighteous, Diana Gill offers insight on how you can break free from pre-packaged curriculum and design the best learning materials for your students. You'll discover how considering copyright can help you become a better creator, and you'll learn best practices for curating and sharing resources in a digitally connected world.

In WanderlustEDU, Micah Shippee explains how we can approach a future that is exciting but uncertain with "e;innovativeness,"e; or the ability to respond creatively to the unexpected. Using relevant research and practical experience, he explores principles of self-awareness and presents practical strategies to become agents of change

Making Your Teaching Something Special is a collection of 50 short chapters designed to fill gaps and build talent, with each chapter covering a piece of advice for those looking to raise their game as a teacher or trainer. Divided into five areas, newbies and veterans alike will find plenty of ideas to try with their classes.

In this true-to-life tale, you'll follow Jill's first-year journey as a new teacher. As she learns from her mentors and grabs hold of the lifelines they throw her, you'll also learn how to navigate difficult situations with students, parents, and coworkers.

What if learning was exciting?What if students felt important and empowered every time they walked into the building? What if parents looked forward to calls from their childrens teachers and principals, instead of cringing when the schools number popped up on their phones? To Todd Nesloney and Adam Welcome, those arent far-fetched what ifs; they can (and should) be a reality for every teacher, school, parent, and student. In Kids Deserve It!, Todd and Adam encourage you to think big and make learning fun and meaningful for students. While youre at it, you just might rediscover why you became an educator in the first place. Learn why you should be calling parents to praise your students (and employees).Discover ways to promote family interaction and improve relationships for kids at school and at home. Be inspired to take risks, shake up the status quo, and be a champion for your students. #KidsDeserveIt

Transform teaching and learning with AR and VR in your classroom. We’re at the dawn of an incredible transformation in education. Augmented reality and virtual reality—technologies that were once the province of science fiction and fantasy—are faster, better, and more affordable than ever. These tools have the potential to not only inspire students but to redefine how we teach and collaborate. But widespread adoption of AR and VR in K–12 classrooms requires taking risks, investing money and time, and training educators.Reality Bytes makes the case for taking this leap by showing how educators are using these amazing technologies, and it provides a powerful framework to help anyone, in any school, join them. The innovative educators profiled are already designing learning experiences using AR and VR that supercharge student motivation, encourage creativity, and make otherwise impossible educational adventures accessible to all. You can do the same, using easy-to-implement resources that will revolutionize how you approach instruction.  Equip your students with the skills they’ll need in the future—today. Reality Bytes opens the doors to tools for meeting every student no matter where they are. This book outlines the power that AR and VR have in building empathy and growing critical worldviews and perspectives. Christine, Jesse, and Micah cast an exciting vision for the future of education!—Ken Shelton, educational strategist, equity and inclusion consultant Creating engaging lessons that successfully integrate technology can be challenging. Reality Bytes is here to help with tons of images, classroom stories, and ideas that will help you create student-centered lessons that allow your students to experience content in a whole new way. No matter the grade level, there is something for everyone in this wonderfully immersive book.—Alice Keeler, teacher, edtech expert, Google Certified Innovator While you won’t see Winona Ryder’s name on the cover of this book, you will find some star power in it—the power to create star learners in our classrooms using cutting-edge tools! Reality Bytes will you give you the tools, the pedagogy, and a practical framework to bring the new reality of learning into your classroom.—Kasey Bell, author of Shake Up Learning: Practical Ideas to Move Learning from Static to Dynamic

How can educators ensure all students-regardless of gender-feel safe, seen, and supported in their classrooms?Transgender and nonbinary students are at risk in our K-12 schools. These students face almost constant challenges in educational spaces and navigate institutional practices that were not designed to accommodate their gender identities.It's OK to Say "They" addresses some of the pervasive challenges that can impact every part of a student's day: When teachers refuse to acknowledge a student's gender identity When students are assigned to sit by gender in class or on the bus When a student is not allowed to use facilities or changing rooms that align with their gender identities When a curriculum does not acknowledge transgender and nonbinary identities When teachers and school policies use exclusionary gender-based languageIncorporating the real-life experiences of transgender and nonbinary students, It's OK to Say "They" offers educators practical tools they can use to foster an inclusive environment for transgender and nonbinary students. This easy-to-use guide is a resource for educators and administrators seeking to be better allies to students. By avoiding gendered language practices, designing inclusive curricula, and creating conscientious school policies that take into account the needs of transgender and nonbinary students, educators can create inclusive spaces for students of all gender identities.A portion of the proceeds from sales of this book benefi ts San Diego LGBT Pride youth programs. Learn more about their work at www.sdpride.org/youth/. As a nonbinary person who often had to make the difficult choice between expressing my own gender identity or protecting my personal safety in school, I am beyond grateful that this trailblazing book exists as a resource for educators and ultimately the well-being of our youth.- Fernando Z. López, executive director, San Diego LGBT PrideIt's OK to Say "They" is a must-read for educators everywhere. It seamlessly interweaves practical, accessible tips for allies with educational (and sometimes heartbreaking) first-person accounts from students. By enacting this book's suggestions for improving trans inclusivity in the classroom and beyond, educators have the opportunity to change and even save students' lives.- Molly Woodstock, gender educator and Gender Reveal podcast host Finally! All educators want to provide support to transgender and nonbinary students, but most are not really sure how to do so. This groundbreaking book provides detailed strategies and language to support all students. - Matthew L. Beyranevand, EdD, math teacher and author of Teach Math Like This, Not Like That and Adding Parents to the Equation

In Illuminate, author, educator, and technology trainer Bethany Petty explains how to use technology to improve your students' learning experiences.This book is packed full of powerful ideas you can use in your classroom tomorrow!Broken into 10 easy to digest chapters - take a journey through technology integration and be inspired to use technology in really meaningful ways in your classroom.You'll discover . . . Engaging ways to incorporate technology in any classroom Tips for using apps and QR codes to improve communication with parents Strategies to empower students (and you) to reflect on and share learning Practical ideas for increasing collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity.Bethany shares specific how-tos for using a wide variety of apps and tools. She also explains the why behind using technology, and shows you how to use it to meet your students' needs and make learning memorable.After all, it's not about the technology; it's how you use it! It's time to illuminate learning and use technology to enhance your students' experience.

It's time for a checkup. In the same way that a new pair of glasses can bring your world into focus, personal reflection brings clarity and provides direction. And both are essential to be effective in the classroom. In Educational Eye Exam, Alicia Ray uses a trip to the optometrist as a model for the journey to gaining clarity in your personal educational philosophy. This "I" exam will help you clarify . . . How your past affects your present What needs to change in your teaching practice Where to find help and support How your educational philosophy impacts your students If you're ready for a new perspective, don't wait! Open this book and start your Educational Eye Exam today. "Alicia's words will inspire you to bring your best to work every day!"-Jimmy Casas, educator, author, speaker, and leadership coach "This book is a gift to educators and will translate into meaningful and important changes in our practices."-Allyson Apsey, elementary principal and author of Through the Lens of Serendipity "Packed with practical advice, thought-provoking questions, and a realness that is palpable from page one, Educational Eye Exam will keep you turning pages and keep your thoughts churning about education and life."-Andrew Sharos, author, educator, and consultant "Educational Eye Exam is a must-read and will be for years to come!"-Adam Welcome, author, speaker, and educator "Educational Eye Exam is a wonderfully penned metaphor that paints a clear picture and provides attainable strategies for refining our vision of education-no matter your role. Alicia's book will leave you focused to make a difference in your educational setting!"-Tara Martin, educator, keynote speaker, and author

Your Guidebook to Creating Lessons That Engage and Inspire Learners In the first book in the EduProtocols Series, Marlena Hebern and Jon Corippo introduced flexible lesson frames to equip teachers to break free from the lesson-and-worksheet cycle. In The EduProtocol Field Guide: Book 2, the authors are back with twelve new lesson frames for even more engagement. Along with their personal experiences with the protocols, Hebern and Corippo share the wisdom and insights of other educators who are using and adapting these powerful tools for their learners. What's New?In addition to including twelve new EduProtocols and nine teacher-reimagined iterations on lesson frames from the first book, The EduProtocol Field Guide: Book 2 takes a deeper dive into the research-supported learning theories behind the protocols. The authors also demonstrate how EduProtocols support a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) environment. You'll also find tips throughout the book for edtech integration and for adapting lessons for English Language Learners. The EduProtocol Field Guide series is your manual for designing personalized learning opportunities in less time. "What teacher doesn't want to save time and teach better? In The EduProtocol Field Guide: Book 2, Marlena Hebern and Jon Corippo provide even more low-prep, high-return activities you can use tomorrow." -Mat Miller, author of Ditch That Textbook "I strongly recommend EduProtocols become part of your district's arsenal to support twenty-first-century student learning"-Michael R. McCormick, superintendent, Val Verde USD"Marlena and Jon have done an amazing job compiling protocols that help teachers remove learning barriers and differentiate for all learners." -Meghan Cannon-Johann, teacher"These guides are definitely a must-have for teachers who want to burn their bloated teacher guides, want their lives back from hours of meaningless grading, and realize the need to move beyond unfocused classroom technology convenience tools." -Derrall Garrison, instructional coach

The Power to Save a LifeJacob Chastain grew up in an environment filled with drugs and violence. Inside the home that should have felt safe, fear and anxiety were the desperate norm. Stability and security eluded him as he was shuffled between family and friends that would take him in. But at school, things were different. There, day after day, year after year, Chastain’s teachers saved him.Teach Me, Teacher is the true story of a childhood marked by heartache—a story that may be similar to that of the children sitting in your classroom. It’s the story that shaped Jacob Chastain into the educator he is today. Lessons learned from his experiences as a child and as a growing educator offer reflections on the trials and triumphs facing teachers and students everywhere. From these lessons, we learn that one’s darkest moments can ultimately lead to a meaningful and fulfilling life when someone cares enough to step in and make a difference. Written in celebration of teachers and the power of education, Teach Me, Teacher affirms that you have the power to save a life. “Jacob Chastain pours his heart out on the pages of Teach Me, Teacher by sharing his personal journey through childhood trauma. His message that “action is the antidote to suffering” is a powerful reminder to us all to do more, be more, understand more, and care more for our students.” —Kim Bearden, co-founder and executive director, The Ron Clark Academy, author of Talk to Me“Teach Me, Teacher is one of the most courageous, heartbreaking, hopeful books I’ve ever read.” —Regie Routman, author of Literacy Essentials“Jacob Chastain’s raw honesty is something that we need more of in the education world.” —Halee Sikorski, A Latte Learning“Teach Me, Teacher is both an uplifting memoir and a message to all of us in education of the power we have to build relationships and make a difference for all of our students.” —Dr. Sue Szachowicz, senior fellow, Successful Practices Network“Jacob Chastain takes us on a transformational journey where past and present converge into possibility. His story of resilience and hope is a celebration of the impact each of us can have when professional purpose leads the way.” —Dr. Mary Howard, author of Good to Great Teaching

Regardless of race, religion, gender, social status, or ability, every human desires connection, respect, and love. Polansky encourages readers all to embrace and celebrate the differences that make each person unique.

Get a Vocabulary Upgrade with Word ShiftDoes it feel as if students, colleagues, or administrators are making your school year difficult? Do negative thoughts cloud your day? Maybe it’s time to shift your thinking.   The language we’ve been exposed to and the words we use when we talk about others (and ourselves) all have an impact on the way we view the world and the people in it. More importantly, as educators, what we say shapes the way our learners think about themselves and their place in the world. If you want less negativity and more positivity in your life, classroom, and school, start by changing the words you use each day. Make your language match what you really want to believe and what you really want to happen. With Word Shift by Joy Kirr, you’ll never be at a loss for just the right positive word.Words matter. Choose yours wisely.  “Joy Kirr's book, Word Shift, is an important book for all educators because it draws attention to both the potential harm and benefit of labels, especially when we apply them to students.”—Jimmy Casas, educator, author, speaker, leadership coach “I highly recommend this book and can’t wait to participate in the ensuing conversations that it will, no doubt, spark within our community.”—Sarah Thomas, PhD, founder, EduMatch “Word Shift is just what every educator and parent needs on their bookshelves to pull out when wondering what and how to say something with their children.”—Barbara Bray, creative learning strategist, author