Being a great teacher is more than lesson plans and seating charts. In this revised and expanded new edition of the classic bestseller, you learn what it takes to be the very best educator you can be, starting from day one in your new classroom!

Filled with real-world life lessons from experienced teachers as well as practical tips and techniques, you'll gain the skill and confidence you need to create a successful learning environment for you and your students, including how to:

Organize a classroomCreate engaging lesson plansSet ground rules and use proper behavior managementDeal with prejudice, controversy, and violenceWork with colleagues and navigate the chain of commandIncorporate mandatory test preparation within the curriculumImplement the latest educational theoriesIn this book, veteran teacher Melissa Kelly provides you with the confidence you'll need to step into class and teach right from the start.

The Everything American Presidents Book is an excellent source of information about each of the forty-three men who have served as chief executive of the United States. This exhaustive guide provides you with all you need to know about this country's leaders, including:
  • Their early childhood and formative years
  • The effect of the office on wives and children
  • The triumphs and tragedies that shaped them
  • The legacy of each man's term in office
Written in an entertaining style by two experienced educators, this fun and informative guide is packed with facts and details about the life and times of each president and the major events that shaped his term. The Everything American Presidents Book has everything you need to know about the fascinating men who shaped U.S. history and policy.