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Product Description The SECRET Formula for Inspiring Your Students A couple of thousand years ago, the Greek philosopher Socrates revealed a secret teaching tip. Short, sweet and simple. At the same time, very powerful. It helped me get through 29 years of teaching kids on the front lines through the good years and the not so good years. It helped me battle student boredom and my own boredom. It helped to inspire my classes and me to innovate and think outside the box. The famous Socratic saying “Know Thyself” is one secret formula every teacher should have in their tool box. I devote a whole chapter on how to use just this one tip to become an effective teacher. It’s just one of the many secret teaching tips in that will: Walk you through how to both gain respect, engage and develop a rapport with your students. Create a healthy and happy learning environment. Instill your students with an eagerness for learning. and more… The tips and strategies are surprisingly simple, yet immensely effective. It’s why Jack Canfield, Chicken Soup for the Soul co-founder recommends it by saying this: “If you want success in your teaching and be remembered as making a difference in your students, read and follow the strategies in Marjan’s book. It’s a great resource for all teachers. I highly recommend it.” Jack Canfield Multiple New York Times bestselling author, founder and former CEO of Chicken Soup for the Soul Enterprises. Review TESTIMONIALS "Marjan, you are making a difference in the lives of students and in the world." Harry Wong Harry and his wife Rosemary are the authors of The First Days of School, which has sold over 5 million copies. "If you want success in your teaching and be remembered as making a difference in your students, read and follow the strategies in Marjan's book. It's a great resource for all teachers. I highly recommend it." Jack Canfield Multiple New York Times bestselling author, founder and former CEO of Chicken Soup for the Soul Enterprises. "How to Succeed as an Elementary Teacher" saved my mind. I was at the point in my teaching career where I was having self-doubt whether I was making a difference in my students. Reading the book and using some of the useful suggestions reinforced my decision to become a teacher. Thank you." Marian Wood Co-op Teacher Batchewana First Nation, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario Canada I felt inspired and empowered by your ebook. Parts of it affirmed what I held true about kids and other parts empowered me to make change even with my Kindergarteners." Cheryl Romer, Kindergarten Teacher with 27 years experience. Australia This is my first year teaching in a public school (fourth grade), and I was ready and willing to accept help wherever I could find it. I have not been disappointed. Liz Luebke, Fourth Grade Teacher, El Paso, Texas USA Reading your book refreshes my idea that I am doing a good job as a teacher. I have incorporated some of the ideas into my classroom with great results. I have used your book to help me see each day as a new opportunity to help my students succeed. Crystal Ott, Sixth Grade Teacher, Danville, Iowa USA What a difference your book made Marjan! I teach junior school children (5-8 year olds) in Christchurch, New Zealand. I have the question in "How am I going to make a difference today?" above my desk in my classroom. I am aware of my strengths and weaknesses like never before in my 13 year teaching career - all thanks to you! My children LOVE the Gotcha Awards. The bucket was full on Friday. I am using them to reinforce their homework routines for Reading. It is working a treat! I am working hard every day to be the best I can be (our school motto) and I am more positive on my outlook. Thank you for your inspiring book Shireen Spaull First, Second and Third Grade Teacher Christchurch, New Zealand