It’s bittersweet to say that episode 5-0 is my last one. 50 books - 150 takeaways - countless tidbits of information. I’ll be reviewing my own book, but I also share my new podcast rolling out called “Assholes in Education”. The podcast will be focusing on teachers, administrators, colleagues, and companies that are, well, assholes. This podcast will not be for the weak at heart, as I’ll be covering every type of person ranging from “do-nothing teachers who make their own schedules to make themselves feel important to pedophiles to drunks to the useless. I am not sparing anyone or any organization. There are some really terrible and superficial people and organizations in the education space, and I’m going to tell you about them. All of them.

We’ve all heard horror stories from the Principal’s office. This is not that book. This book is full of smiles, tips, and tricks on how to handle life in school… most importantly in a positive way.

Crucial conversations could happen on a daily basis in your life, both in and out of the classroom or office. Knowing what to say and how to say it with parents, students, colleagues, or bosses is clutch for many reasons, but mostly for a sane piece of mind. Have a listen as to how you can navigate these conversations and place you in the “amazing communicator” slot.

Everyone could use a book full of educational magic and quotes to live by. Dave & Shelley Burgess put together such a book in 2014. Over 70 educators from all walks of life in a myriad of positions based in schools of various socioeconomic levels. This book will put a smile on your face. Check out my review of it.

Creativity and schools have often gone hand in hand over the past decade as we move onward in a progressive educational system, breaking away from the school designed to put students immediately into working factories or some other form of labor. Sir Ken breaks down the history of where we were and 8 chapters on where we are going and where we need to be. An asset for all administrators and those considering to go into the field.

Change in school is always hard, but technology infusion has made it harder. This episode breaks down the challenges of today’s learning and offers meaningful and achievable solutions to overcome them.

Challenging students is almost a given in any school setting regardless of age or zip-code. This book take a unique angle in combating it by means of utilizing the whole brain for engagement purposes. There are lots of tips & tricks on everything from how to captivate in the long game to simplistic class management for the short game. This episode is certainly worth a listen.

The 20time Project was pushed in 2014 for educators to embrace a meaningful, positive project that can have substantial change in our world. Initially based off of Google's moonshot thinking model, the book lays out step by step how your students can change the world. Connect with the author: @brookhouser

Published by Corwin in 2021, the book takes a deep dive into trauma in schools. Trauma can range from parental arguing to living during a pandemic. Pew Research has stated anxiety and depression amongst students is as much as 70% during any given time, with spikes during points of individual trauma. This podcast covers tips and tricks along with solid reflection for the reader on how to grow, learn, and move onward during student or teacher trauma.

If you’re looking for a modern day collection of educational essays address the gamut in education, look no further. Some of the most brilliant minds in the country collaborated and shared their thoughts on why you want to go into education...and stay in education. This is not light reading — and should be apart of those studying to get into education today.