My Go-To Book, A Linky Party

Stephanie at Teaching in Room 6, is hosting a My Go-To Book Linky Party.  I can't resist this one!

Stephanie asked that we name our one Go-To book, the one resource we just can't live without, the one book that is above all others.  Well, for me that has to be Fred Jones' Tools for Teaching.

In 2001 I attended a 3 day Fred Jones seminar and it changed my outlook on classroom management.  Fred Jones observed "natural" teachers in their classrooms to determine what made their teaching style seem so effortless.  He looked closely at verbal and non-verbal communication between students and teacher.  His book is filled with common sense approaches to classroom management, and it's written with a touch of humor.

I have to add a second book.  7 Keys to Comprehension by Susan Zimmermann and Chryse Hutchins is a must have for me.

This book is written for both parents and teachers.  It includes crafting lessons for teachers and tips for parents.  I find myself frequently referring to this book before I teach each comprehension strategy.  It's definitely one of my all time favorites!

What is your favorite Go-To book?  Link up, or head to Teaching in Room 6 to read more.

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