In Our Classrooms: A Veteran Teacher's Guide to Taking Care of Your Students and Yourself

Classroom successes start with you. Teaching has never been a more difficult career, from the cell phone conflict, academic benchmark lags, the rising rates of student mental health issues, and the all-too-real threats of school violence. But few professions are as necessary--or as rewarding. In Our Classrooms is your guide to navigating today's teaching landscape. With more than thirty years of teaching experience, Anne Richter provides actionable advice on the essential elements of being a forward-thinking educator and reflects on the pedagogical aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic to prepare you for any future classroom crises before they strike. From exploring the fundamental aspects of being a teacher--such as finding your passion and establishing your own teaching style--to responding to difficulties that will inevitably arise, with a lesson plan for self-care through it all, In Our Classrooms will equip you with the necessary tools to find the dedication, strength, and proficie