Teacher's Tackle Box: Inspiration, Motivation and Solutions for Everyday Classroom Problems

A comprehensive guide designed to mentor, motivate, and inspire new teachers, the helpful tips provided here will guide them through the first few hectic days of the school year. Written with a sense of humor and fully illustrated with original cartoon characters, the book is interspersed with student snapshots, “Golden Moment” stories shared by veteran teachers, and inspirational quotes. There is also information on how to maintain a positive learning environment, advice on how to talk to parents about their children, and suggestions for dealing with students’ behavioral and emotional issues in order to keep everyone energized and enthusiastic.

Dr. Joyce Piveral served as a secondary school administrator for more than 30 years. She is currently the dean of the College of Education and Human Services at Northwest Missouri State University. She lives in Pickering, Missouri. Nancy Piercy was a high school teacher for 31 years, spending the last four years working with at-risk youths. She is a licensed professional counselor and now runs a private counseling practice working with children, adolescents, and families. She lives in St. Joseph, Missouri. Sue Nothstine is a retired Missouri teacher with more than 30 years of experience, earning both state and national awards for her work in the classroom. She has taught all grade levels from seventh through college, including four years working solely with at-risk youth. She lives in Barnard, Missouri. J. W. Cotter is a freelance illustrator and cartoonist. He is the author of Driven by Lemons and Skyscrapers of the Midwest. He lives in Barnard, Missouri.