Book Review

I recently read a book that I believe EVERY teacher should read. It's pretty much amazing. It's funny, and after listening to my teacher talk (he is principal at an elementary school), I can well believe all the stuff is true. So.... what is the book? you may ask. Here it is:






This book is hilarious. Here's the synopsis on Barnes and Noble's website:

Phillip Done fixes staplers that won't staple, zippers that won't zip, and pokes pins in the caps of glue bottles that will not pour. He has sung "Happy Birthday" 657 times.

A witness to the joys of discovery, Done inspires readers with the everyday adventures and milestones of his 32 third graders in this irresistible collection of bite-sized essays. From the nervous first day of school to the hectic Halloween parade to the disastrous spring musical, Done connects what happens in his classroom to the universal truths that touch us all. He reminds us of the delight of learning something for the first time and of the value of making a difference.

32 Third Graders and One Class Bunny is for anyone who has ever taught children -- or been to third grade. It is a testament to the kids who uplift us -- and the teachers we will never forget. With just the right mix of humor and wisdom, Done reveals the enduring promise of elementary school as a powerful antidote to the cynicism of our times.

This book had me rolling at parts. It reminds me why I want to be a teacher, and prepares me for how hard teaching is going to be.

I will say that there are a few parts that are only as dirty as you let them become, because it is a third grade classroom, and children will be children and speak their minds.

Overall, it's a book I would recommend to ANYONE. Phillip Done does an awesome job writing about his classroom. :)