8 of the Best Professional Books for
6th Grade Teachers
Sometimes I think it’s hard to tell which teachers love more – school supplies or books! I think it’s tight race if you ask me!
There are SO many books about there. As a newbie teacher your time is limited, but you are desperate to get your hands on as much information as you can. Good information.
There are SO many books about there. As a newbie teacher your time is limited, but you are desperate to get your hands on as much information as you can. Good information.
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Below are all books that I have read and have influenced my teaching style and strategies. Most of them I have read more than once. Some of them I’ve come across in more recent years and have found them to be comprehensive and valuable.
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This was my first teacher book ever and I can't even tell you how many times I poured myself into it! For my first 5 years of teaching at least I would re-read this book before school started every fall, and I would always find something new to try! A First-Year Teacher's Guidebook for Success.
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There is no doubt The First Days of School by the Wongs is at the top of my list. This book provides a true foundation for how to be an effective teacher. Much of my core philosophy as a teacher comes from this book. It's a must!
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Before you Step into that Classroom might be an old one, but it was a fun read. When I was in college, an family friend who was a retired teacher gave me this book. He had read it himself, highlighted what he thought was important text and even left me notes and tips in the margins. How awesome! This is another one that I would re-read each summer to help me get back in the groove!
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When I was first hired, it was in a 6th grade classroom where I had absolutely NO experience. I was clueless. This book was a lifesaver! It gave me an idea of what to expect and what to prepare for. Along with some ideas that were appropriate for the age. Getting Ready to Teach Sixth Grade.
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Lucky for everyone, the Wong's wrote another book called The Classroom Management Book in more recent years. Boy do I wish this book existed when I first started teaching. I of course purchased it immediately upon discovery. I was thrilled to recognized many of my own management strategies within.
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Here's another newer book I wish was around back in the day. This is quite the comprehensive guide for first year teachers. The First Year Teacher's Survival Guide. Full of details to consider and ready-to-use forms many new teachers don't even realize they need or have the time to make for themselves. Super helpful.
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Yardsticks is an absolute MUST for anyone in education! This book is an invaluable tool to helping you understand developmental appropriateness for ages 4-14.
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Rookie Teaching for Dummies. Honestly, I think the idea of buying a book for myself that is titled "For Dummies" is a little... weird. But I love the style of these books. So easy to reference and find particular segments of information. It's not one of my favorites, I think because it can be a bit too wordy for my taste. But it is full of good information.
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Welcome! I'm Hillary Midgley, a veteran 6th grade teacher.
I create educational materials and develop curriculum for other teachers. I specialize in teaching students how to learn through my Study Skills Curriculum. I have established fundamental classroom systems and structures for teachers to help them streamline their classroom. And my passion is teaching ancient history through engaging activities with foundations in academic skills. Here you will find resources on all of these topics and more. Learn more about me here.
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