Ready, Set, Teach: A Winning Design for Your First Year

"This practical guide eases the transition from student to teacher by providing everything a new teacher needs to make the first year of teaching successful and enjoyable: * Samples and illustrations to use as templates for creating a classroom newsletter, learning more about students, and establishing key routine procedures * Surveys to help assess and reflect on individual teaching philosophy and skills * Blueprints for setting up a classroom and creating an effective learning environment * A design for creating a personalized planning notebook to organize lesson plans and activities * Ideas for tracking student progress and assessment * Expert tips for communicating with parents about homework * Suggestions for establishing an effective classroom management plan * Techniques for managing time and recognizing stress."Connie J. Honaker is the author of 'Ready, Set, Teach: A Winning Design for Your First Year' with ISBN 9780912099453 and ISBN 0912099453.