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| The Courage to Teach: Exploring the Inner Landscape of a Teacher's Life, by Parker Palmer (1998). Teachers choose their vocation for reasons of the heart, because they care deeply about their students and about their subject. But the demands of teaching cause too many educators to lose heart. In this book, Parker Palmer takes readers on an inner journey toward (re)connecting with their vocation and their students—and strengthening their passion for one of the most difficult and important of human endeavors. Educating Esme: Diary of a Teacher's First Year, by Esme Raji Codell (2001). Do you want to know what teachers delight in, what teachers struggle with, and what teachers learn from themselves? This book will enlighten you. A funny, hip diary filled with honesty and unadorned thoughts that speak volumes about the raw, emotional life of a first-year teacher. Handbook for the Beginning Teacher, by Courtney Moffatt and Thomas Moffatt (2003). Filled with teaching ideas, tips, and checklists for classroom success, including instructional techniques for students with different learning styles, with special needs, and from diverse cultural backgrounds. The many charts, outlines, and teacher materials are readily available for teacher use across the curriculum and grade level. They Led by Teaching, by Sherry L. Field and Michael J. Berson (eds.) (2003). This inspirational collection of essays provides insights into the lives and careers of some influential educators, including Myra Sadker, co-author of this textbook. Why We Teach, by Sonia Nieto (2005). Why teach? Listen to the voices of both veteran and new teachers as they share their most heartfelt and thoughtful replies to this simple but important question. This inspirational book focuses on the value of teaching; challenges current notions that focus on only accountability, testing, and standardization; and provides a compelling message of hope for public education. |