The Essential 55: An Award-Winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child, Revised and Updated

A great learning tool for teachers and parents to teach children learn life lessons, respect, manners, and kindness.

I purchased this book as a gift for my sister-in-law, a 7th grade science teacher and swim coach. Mr. Clark was impressive on the Oprah show and I knew that my sister-in-law could benenfit from his teaching philosophy based on some of the horror stories she's told me. Curiosity got the best of me and I had to read the book myself...in one sitting! I found myself becoming embarrassed at some of the things I was guilty of doing myself as a student. I came to realize that I did these things in boredom and because my teachers/professors rarely won my trust and respect. Regardless of the situation, Mr. Clark handled his students with constructive and consistent discipline. I know that my sister-in-law will benefit from this book. I realize that a child's behavioral problems often stem from the home environment. In fact, I'm surprised that more teachers haven't put this on the school supply list...for the parents to read! As an engineer by trade, I realized that this book is not just for the teacher, it's for everyone. Professionals in my organization haven't learned some of the basic etiquette rules from "The Essential 55." Personally, I have already benefitted from the rules, as I become more aware of my interactions with others. These are life's basic rules that we take for granted as a result of selfishness, and I hope that I can pass this wisdom on to my children. Hat's off to Mr. Clark for an excellent read!

This is better than Wong's First Day of School! It is written for elementary school, but is easily applicable to secondary school as well. It holds many wonderful ideas that are necessary to make a strong academic environment while not losing the humanity of the social aspect of school. Some of the rules may seem a bit rudimentary, but, as a high school teacher, I see too many students that lack social graces and display anti-social behavior on a daily basis. That being said, I have incorporated many of the rules this year and can testify that they do work. Something as simple as a student saying "Yes, sir/ma'am" goes a long way. I work primarily with upper classmen and I have seen a real change since the beginning of the semester in January (review written in March). I have also encouraged many of my fellow teachers to use this in their classrooms of Freshmen and they have told me that the rules also work in their classrooms. I would highly recommend this book for any teacher just starting out or a 20+ year veteran. This book reminds us of why we became teachers. It is written in such a way that is not condescending. It is very well organized and has a smooth delivery that draws the reader in.

I have been an ESL teacher for elementary, high school and university students for 11 years in Costa Rica. English classes are considered ¨specials¨ like art and music so the amount of time we get to spend with our students is very limited compared to the grade teacher. The grade teacher forms his or her own classroom rules and the ESL teacher has to struggle all year trying to get the students to behave and perform as they should. I have been researching for years for information or a guide book that will help me get through to my students. Most books I have read don't give clear examples or the ideas are very time consuming. I am a hardworking person who loves her job but adding more things to do to my already long list just doesn't work. I just bought the kindle book today and I have read up to rule 15 and I am already LOVIN'IT and planning my moves for the 2012 term that starts in a few weeks. I have already shed some tears while reading the book; it is exactly what I needed. The rules are reachable , reasonable, and teachable! Thank you so much! I would love to meet the author and observe teachers at his school.

I think there is a lot of good practical advice in Mr. Clark’s book and it is worthwhile reading. His overall rigidity I do find to be troublesome. I would not have wanted to be one of his students. Perhaps President Trump could have learned a lot had he been one of his students.

After raising 2 boys and then working part time as a substitute teacher and volunteer tutor, this book has a lot of what is needed. I had been working on my own book of improvements for education based on my experience in working with kids in FL - many of whom come from families that just do not have a lot. These kids are bright and I believe they need tons of encouragement so they realize they can become anything they want. This book outlines what he did for one school but it needs to be much more accessible to all kids and I believe it can. Good read and the youtube videos of Ron Clark are even more entertaining. I have a friend who had to follow him on stage once at a conference where she was speaking - not something you would knowingly sign up for.

I hesitated to read this book, passing it up time and again. What would he have to say to help me--a teacher with 33 years experience? Well, as it turns out--plenty! In an engaging story-telling style, Mr. Clark draws you into his own classroom and shows you his real problems and students, while showing you how his rules work. I have used some of his rules since reading the book, and they work! Now I am not going on overnight field trips or taking my kids to the theater, but there is plenty of "good stuff" in here to warrant its reading. My only question is: is Ron Clark still teaching? So few who teach like him continue to teach for more than a few years. I will take some of his energy and ideas but temper them so I can make it for the long haul!

Teachers, educators and parents should take the time to read this book and really rethink the way they are teaching. This book, hands down, has some great stories to back Mr. Clark's teaching style and philosophy's. This is a definite must read!

My sister is a teacher and she loved this book

Ron Clark liefert klare und nachvollziehbare Regeln für den Unterricht und Erziehung. Dabei merkt man, dass sie von einer guten Erziehung und eigenen Erfahrung kommen, die er hier weitergibt. Vor allem bereiten die Regeln die SuS auf respektvollen Umgang und Disziplin vor, die sie später im Berufsleben brauchen werden. Ich habe selbst den Großteil der Regeln jetzt vor im Unterricht zu testen...

As regras de Ron Clark abordam vários temas no cotidiano dos professores que valem muito serem lidas e aplicar no contexto educacional principalmente se você trabalhar na educação infantil, mas também serve para qualquer idade e o aprendizado é bastante enriquecedor. Recomendo a compra deste livro.

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