The Unauthorized Teacher's Survival Guide: An Essential Reference for Both New and Experienced Educators

by Jack Warner, Diane Warner, Clyde Bryan

Jack Warner has a master's degree in educational media and Diane Warner has Written 19 "how-to" books. Together they collaborate with Clyde Bryan--a former teacher, principal, and school superintendent--on the best ways for teachers to work their way into students' hearts and minds, without losing authority in the classroom.

Genres: Education, Teaching, Nonfiction

206 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1995

Reviews

[Sarah]

Rather disappointing. I found most of the "helpful hints" less than helpful. The "advice" all seemed pretty self-explanatory to me. For instance, the author suggests taking a hot bath or listening to relaxing music after a stressful day. He advocates contacting an authority figure if you suspect child abuse. Duh! Give me some ideas for things I could not figure out on my own.

[Esther | lifebyesther]

Some stuff was a bit outdated, but overall, I enjoyed this book. It refreshed a lot of what I learned in grad school and offered new tips as well; I was taking notes while reading! Quick and informative read.

[Laura Anne]

I actually the read the 2001 version. And I appreciate what they were doing, but I just feel like this book is too out of date. Teaching and the education world has changed so much that so much of this book just now longer applies and/or we have new ideas/philosophies.

[Cynthia]

Interesting ideas; although my school does not allow time outs.

[Sarah Grace]

I would take exception to some things but overall the book contained good practical advice for aspiring teachers.

[Phoebe]

Great book; would have liked it better in a checklist format, or with more specific "to-do" lists for beginning teachers. It is basically the same as every other book written for first-year teachers... nothing makes it stand out, in my opinion.

[Pam]

Gives concrete advice, but a little simplistic.

[Alecia]

Geared towards public school teachers & elementary school teachers most. Lots of practical advice with specifics, though nothing really earth-shatteringly new.

[Reagan]

Helpful!