Attitude Rehab for Students: Quips, Quotes, and Cartoons to Fix Dour Dispositions, K-12

Compiled by Dave and Nancy Craig (2008, Paperbacks for Educators, 9.95/spiral)
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The focus of this collection is on using sage quips, quotes, and cartoons to change negative attitudes in students K-12. The 450+ quips and quotes, and the 22 cartoons focus on how attitude infuses every part of the lives of students. The main body of the book is organized around 46 attitude categories. Here you will find words and phrases to plant. Some will likely germinate fairly soon. Some will take more time. Regardless, your efforts will impact students for years to come. Grades K-12. [7” x 8.5”...90 pages]

Letters of Recommendation: All the Hints, Tips, and Tricks You'll Ever Need to Write Lively Letters That Make a Difference

by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 15.00/spiral)
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If you feel a bit burdened and want to save time writing letters of recommendation (LORs), you need this book.

The Frequently Asked Questions chapter will answer some of your most persistent questions. The LOR Writing Tips section presents tips from many of the best LOR writers. The Common LOR Writing Mistakes chapter will keep you from making embarrassing goofs.

The chapter on LOR Writing Tricks gives tips that will make your LORs stand out from the rest. Gathering Student Information, will show you how to put the burden of collecting information on the student. The Words & Phrases to Spark Ideas chapter provides 541 words and phrases that will jolt your brain as you search for just the right way to describe a student.

The extensive Writing the Actual Letter chapter will give you sample first paragraphs that grab attention, middle paragraphs that hold attention, and short and punchy last paragraphs…as well as lots of other helps in constructing the letter.

There is also a chapter on humor (that you should never use when writing LORs). We think you will treasure this book. You’ll also be entertained by the 24 great cartoons. [7” x 8.5”...158 pages]

The World's Best School Counselor Cartoons: A Sense of Humor and a Sense of Prevention, Make a Lot of Sense!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 12.50)
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Counselors have to look on the lighter side. There is no escape. It is impossible to listen to the intimate details that students (and teachers) share with any willing and accepting ears without smiling and laughing on the inside. Here's a look at those school situations that often demand to be taken less than seriously by school counselors. [7” x 8.5”...128 pages]

The World's Best Elementary School Cartoons: A Collection of Memorable Drawings and Musings!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 12.50)
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If you've ever worked in an elementary school, or been a student in a K-5 classroom, you'll find much to bring back memories here. These cartoons and humorous desk signs will easily lift the corners of your mouth. You'll find a lot of truth in the frivolity here. [7” x 8.5”...128 pages]

The World's Best Middle School Cartoons: A Collection of Memorable Drawings and Musings!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 12.50)
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Perhaps there is more humor per square inch in middle schools than any of the others. Watching and working with preteens as they struggle to become adults has to be one of the funniest of all human conditions. Some days it is not so funny for the teachers and administrators, but this book will do much to help you gain a humorous perspective. Tons of fun here! [7” x 8.5”...128 pages]

The World's Best High School Cartoons: A Collection of Memorable Drawings and Musings!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 12.50)
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Perhaps the most shocking thing about high school humor is the fact that most of us have been participants. Of course we didn't know at the time that adults were laughing behind our backs at all our "pretend to be adults" antics. High school kids are funny. High school teachers and administrators and teachers are even funnier. When you combine the two...look out! Be prepared to laugh out loud while viewing these cartoons. [7” x 8.5”...128 pages]

School Principals Are Indeed Funny: A Cartoon Tribute to Leadership at Its Best!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 12.50)
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You have to have a sense of humor to be a school principal. There is no other way to remain sane. Being the leader of a school takes all of the skills of a corporate CEO. Plus an innate ability to count to 10, look in the mirror, and laugh. It's a tough job to be a school principal. No doubt about it. This collection of 60 great cartoons and "Principal Desk Signs," will make any day go better. [7” x 8.5”...128 pages]

The World's Best Parenting Cartoons: Survival Humor for Parents of Pre-K's to Pre-Teens!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 12.50)
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Successful parenting and a sense of humor are inseparable. The only alternative is to go crazy. Absolutely crazy! Parenting is only for the strong. Parenting is not for wimps and whiners. These 61 cartoons are each paired with one of our "Parenting Desk Signs" to add to the fun. You'll find much here to share with anyone who has been a parent, or happens to be the product of a parenting union. [7” x 8.5”...128 pages]

A Look Inside the Teachers' Lounge: A Cartoon Tribute to the Faculty Rehab Center!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 12.50)
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Teachers need a refuge. A place to vent; a place to share. Or, just a place that is quiet. There are a lot of funny things that go on in a teachers' lounge. This collection of 61 great cartoons, each paired with one of our "Humorous Desk Signs," is sure to bring many memories to mind. Makes a perfect stress buster for any teachers' lounge. [7” x 8.5”...128 pages]

Test-Taking Savvy: Pulling the Answers from Your Noggin!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2006, Paperbacks for Educators, 7.50/spiral)
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Tests are a part of every life—especially for students. But not all students are comfortable taking tests, nor do they ever develop the ability to approach testing with confidence. They simply don't develop the savviness that can propel them to success. You'll find some great lessons here on how to develop a "Just Say Know" attitude. Grades 3-8. [7” x 8.5”...40 pages]

Talking in Class: Tells Everyone You Have No Class!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2006, Paperbacks for Educators, 7.50/spiral)
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Some students think, or at least pretend, it is their right to be rude. That when they need to talk, they need to talk. That what they have to say, trumps whatever the teacher might have in mind. Here is help. Grades 3-8. [7” x 8.5”...40 pages]

Bad Attitude: A Sure Way to Look Rather Silly!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks for Educators, 7.50/spiral)
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You know the kind. It's all about them. They claim the right to be belligerent; and end up looking and sounding ridiculous. Grades 3-8. [7” x 8.5”...40 pages]

Cheating: A Sure Way to Become Untrustworthy!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks for Educators, 7.50/spiral)
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You'll find these 18 full-page cartoons are packed with insight into the complex reasons children are lured into cheating. You'll find much here to add to your toolbox. Several themes are presented: Cheaters seldom win, teachers know who cheats, involving others in cheating, weak excuses, guilt, and turning shortcomings into character strengths. Grades 3-8. [7” x 8.5”...40 pages]

Lying: A Sure Way to Destroy Your Credibility!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks for Educators, 7.50/spiral)
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Another look at 18 full-page cartoons. Here the focus is on spreading misinformation and the repercussions that follow. Some of the themes here: Partial truths can mislead, adults don't always tell the truth, parents want to believe their children, teachers know when truth is on vacation, the consequences of lying, admitting guilt and moving on. Grades 3-8. [7” x 8.5”...40 pages]

Stealing: A Sure Way to Make Life Miserable!

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks for Educators, 7.50/spiral)
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Stealing often starts with teasing, then escalates. These 18 cartoons show how stealing costs everyone, the many jobs created just to control stealing crimes, the kinds of people who steal, why they steal, what they steal, etc. The focus: making amends and moving on. Grades 3-8. [7” x 8.5”...40 pages]

The School Secretary: A Tribute to Those Who Really Run Our Schools

by Dave & Nancy Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 8.50/spiral)
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Here are 28 great full-page school secretary cartoons, paired with 28 of our most popular school secretary "Humorous Desk Signs." The book is spiral bound which makes it easy to display the various cartoons. If you have a special school secretary in your life, you can't go wrong here. This is a perfect way to say "thanks." [7” x 8.5”...60 pages]

The School Bus Driver: A Tribute to The Fearless Who Transport and Care for Often Difficult Cargo

by Dave & Nancy Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 8.50/spiral)
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Most of us can't begin to think about the stress involved in driving a school bus. Here are 28 of the greatest school bus cartoons. Each is paired with one of our popular Humorous Desk Signs" from our School Bus Driver set. Like all the books in the series, this book is spiral bound which makes it easy for drivers to share with other drivers. Best bet: Have your school district buy one for each driver! [7” x 8.5”...60 pages]

The School Cafeteria Worker: A Tribute to Those Who Nourish, Nurture, and Encourage Young Bodies!

by Dave & Nancy Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 8.50/spiral)
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There are a lot of often nameless ladies who work tirelessly to meet lunch deadlines (and sometimes, breakfast). Given the money constraints, and the low wages, it's a wonder schools can find anyone to do these jobs. Yet, there is plenty of humor in the cafeteria. Here are the 28 best. Each is paired with one of our popular "Humorous Desk Signs" from the School Cafeteria Worker set. Like all the books in the series, this book is spiral bound which makes it easy to share. If you want to say "Thanks!" to your cafeteria workers, here is a great way to start. [7” x 8.5”...60 pages]

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