The classroom management book fastforwards through theory and shows reallife procedures that you can actually use. The book is used in thousands of school districts, in over 120 countries, and in over 2,114 college classrooms, and has been translated into 5 languages. Harry wong s book is practical, sometimes funny and inspiring from beginning to end. Wong publications 3rd edition, paperback, 338 pages. It includes the new dvd, you have changed my life, featuring william martinez. How to be an effective teacher 4th edition by harry k.
First day organizational checklist elementary classroom. The book whisperer by donalyn miller the first days of school by harry k. A third edition of the first days of school has been released and includes an added bonus, an enhanced cd featuring harry wong. How to increase positive student behavior humans have a success instinct two kinds. A great book but i found the classroom management book by the same author more helpful than this one. Every august, i pull the book out and skim it again just using it as a reference. Harry wong on classroom management, discipline, behaviour. A true tellall book whether youre a nervous neophyte facing your first day of school or a skilled veteran facing another first day of school, the first days of school.
The first days of school will both motivate and encourage you for the new school year ahead. Apr 28, 2008 what are the exact 7 questions that students want to know, written by harry wong. How to be an effective teacher on the first days of school part 1 simple secrets this is the first brief video in. The first days of school how to be an effective teacher pk w.
The bestselling book ever on classroom management and te. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The first days of school, is number one on the must read list for anyone who aspires to be a good teacher. Gettingtoknowyou activities for the first days of school. The wongs have written the first days of school, the bestselling book ever in education. Wong has received many awards, including the outstanding. Wong, rosemary tripi wong and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. I was recently asked to read and summarize the first days of school by harry wong. Wong and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. How to be an effective teacher with cd paperback published january 1st 2009 by harry k. I picked it up after reading recommendations on several blogs, and it arrived at a very good time even if its no longer the first days of school. Wong in this book is an absolute must for any new, or experienced, teacher. The book is not full of technical jargon, as many books on.
Harry is a native of san francisco and is arguably the most soughtafter motivational. Wong columnists harry and rosemary wong on developing a classroom management plan and sharing it with students on the first day of school. I owe everything i know about effective classroom management strategies to harry wongs book, the first days of school, which was featured prominently in the first weeks of my graduate work in catholic education. If you are trying to become a more effective teacher, then there is no better book to turn to than harry wongs classic the first days of school. The new 5th edition will help you develop and sharpen your skills as an effective teacher. Harry wong, the first days of school the religion teacher. The effective teacher video set presented by harry wong. The book is not full of technical jargon, as many books on education are, and is written in a simple format that makes it an easy read. So, as my 9th year of teaching gets underway, i pulled out my autographed copy of his book and commenced. Wong, the most sought after speaker on teacher effectiveness, provides. One of the greatest gifts a caring teacher can contribute to children is to help them. Wong publications, inc save up to 80% by choosing the etextbook option for isbn.
How to be an effective teacher revised by wong, harry k. That foundation has built and funds the 250 student wong mean reth learning academy in the jungles of cambodia. I have obtained great ideas and strategies, priceless advice, valuable insight and inspiration. Harry wong rosemary wong the classroom management course classroom management the classroom management book the first days of school effective classroom management effective teaching procedures routines managing the classroom better successful teaching successful classroom. The first days of school will both motivate and encourage you for the new. The series still contains 8 dvds, a copy of the first days of school book. Feb 15, 2009 the book is used in thousands of school districts, in over 100 countries, and in over 2,000 college classrooms. The wongs have a clear idea of what they want teachers to be.
Wong is an author, a speaker, and a publisher on the subject of education. But most important, it works the new 4th edition includes updated research, photos, and more examples of howto along with an implementation dvd, using the first days of school featuring chelonnda seroyer. See more ideas about harry wong, first day of school and effective teaching. Harry wongs book is practical, sometimes funny and inspiring from beginning to end. May 31, 2018 the bestselling book ever on classroom management and teaching for student achievement with over 4 million copies sold. This is the most requested book for what works in the classroom for teacher and student success.
Profits from the sale of the book fund the first days of school foundation. The first days of school can make or break you based on what teacher does or does not do, a teacher will either have or not have an effective classroom for the rest of the year. I believe every teacher and catechist should read this book before beginning a new year. Shannon trentham, sarah beth maddox, katie brown, and jonathan chastain the differences. Over 4 million copies have been sold of the preeminent book on classroom management and teaching for lesson achievement. He has authored over 30 publications, often coauthoring with his wife rosemary wong, which he did on his best known work, the first days of school. Threestep approach to teaching classroom procedures. Wong publications involved with charitable organizations i. A first day of school checklist is a helpful tool to help teachers stay organized and prepare for a successful school year. According to the book, the first days of school by harry k. The new 4th edition includes updated research, photos, and more examples of howto along with an implementation dvd, using the first days of school featuring chelonnda seroyer. We are excited to announce the release of the new 5th edition of the first days of school.
The first days of school sets the stage for the strategy of procedures in the classroom. Nov 10, 2015 the bestselling book ever on classroom management and teaching for student achievement with over 3. How to be an effective teacher by harry k wong, rosemary t wong online at alibris. That foundation has built and funds the 425 student wong mean reth learning campus in the remote jungles of cambodia. Harry wongs first days of school by shannon trentham on prezi.
Wong publications paperback in english papcdr edition. Harry recently published the 4th edition of the book this year. The salient points of the first days of school by harry wong introduction. What are the exact 7 questions that students want to know. How to be an effective teacher, by harry and rosemary wong, write or call harry k. The book is used in thousands of school districts, in over 120 countries, in. The bestselling book ever on classroom management and teaching for student achievement with. How to be an effective teacher book and cd 3rd edition by harry k. Wong and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
True, the strategies are mostly directed at elementary school teachers i dont have a classroom to set. The book is used in thousands of school districts, in over 120 countries. The book includes a new 60minute dvd, you have changed my life, that validates the crucial role teachers play in students lives. He has an elearning course on classroom management and has. How to be an effective teacher on the first days of school. Wong draws on his background as a wellknown presenter at workshops and conferences for teachers, as well as his own classroom experience as a science teacher. Aug 01, 1991 the first days of school is a manual for teachers, oriented towards primary school teachers, but with useful advice for educators at other levels as well. Harry wong describes how to have a well managed classroom. Jul 14, 2014 you will either win or lose your class on the first days of school. I can still remember the first time i watched his video. Wong is an awardwinning teacher and new teacher advocate. Rosemary, he authored the first days of school, a bestselling book for teachers. How to be an effective teacher, by harry and rosemary wong, is a must read. Educ482 presentation on harry and rosemary wong s book the first days of school.
The book is used in thousands of school districts, in over 100 countries, and in over 2,000 college classrooms. How to be an effective teacher has sold over 750,000 copies to prospective, new, and veteran teachers. Wong 2009, people who are not organized send a loud message that they are not ready to teach p. Wong publications, 943 north shoreline boulevard, mountain view, ca 94943. Im in my thirty first year as a high school science teacher and for the last nine years i have used this invaluable resource as a guide. The salient points of the first days of school by harry wong.
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