The Essential 55: An Award-winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child, Vol. 55 by Ron Clark

A Must Read For Every Teacher!
A reviewer, A reviewer, 05/24/2007

I finshed the book in one sitting. All of Ron's rules are excellent and can be adapted for any classroom. This man is amazing. We need more teachers like him.

Also recommended: The Excellent 11 (of course), Educating Esme, The Freedom Writers

Professional and Inspirational
KM, A reviewer, 04/10/2007

I've got a poster of the rules in my office, I like them so much. These really work in the classroom, not infallibly of course, but extremely well. When students begin to behave well it's much easier for them to focus on lessons because they feel less threatened and more in control. Ron starting a new school in Atlanta, so he is still an Educator!

Also recommended: All Cats Have Aspergers

Just bought this book.
Melissa, A reviewer, 02/04/2007

I just bought this book and I am looking forward to reading it and applying some of it in my classroom. I saw his movie on TNT last night and the first thing I did this morning was order the book. What a story. As to the person who claims that if Ron 'cared about children he'd still be teaching,' people should pay no mind to this person. This is your standard issue 'sour grapes' attitude you get from every bitter teacher who sees another teacher enjoy and excel in what they do. Happy reading!!!!

Essential 55
JacquelineOSU, A reviewer, 11/27/2006

The Essential 55 consists of Ron Clark's 55 rules he uses in his classroom everyday. These rules cover a range of topics from food etiquette to life lessons. At first, I was skeptical about Clark's views on how a classroom should be run. After I continued to read, I found that Clark had valid reasons for each and every rule. Not every rule will make sense and not every rule should be followed exactly. For instance, rule 47 states 'Do not bring Doritos into the school building.' Overall, I highly recommend this book. Clark organized his book in a manner that is easy to read and understand. Beyond that, the book will stir your imagination and inspire you as a parent, an educator, and a person.

I use the Essential 55
Gary Bosley, a teacher, 10/13/2006

I have read and re-read Ron's book. I have found that his experiences in the classroom parallel my own. I have used several of his 'tips' in the classroom and tweaked others, and they work. I teach in a high poverty, multi-ethnic community, and his “tips” work. As to him still not in the classroom, I say that because of what he has learned and is sharing to other educators, and continuing his work at the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, keep up the good work Ron. Check out this website, ronclarkacademy.com, for more about what this fantastic TEACHER is still doing for kids.