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

Compiled by Dave Craig (2005, Paperbacks For Educators, 12.50/spiral)
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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]

Laugh and Learn: 95 Ways to Use Humor for More Effective Teaching and Training

by Doni Tamblyn (2003, American Management Assoc., 19.95)
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An enlightening and practical look at how teachers and training professionals can inject elements of entertainment, creativity, humor, and emotion into their existing methods, even when dealing with serious or technical topics. Filled with fun, challenging, and thought-provoking exercises to help readers feel more comfortable being funny, the book also provides dozens of workshop activities and techniques to introduce humor into the learning environment. [6” x 9”...256 pages]

The Lighter Side of Staff Development

by Aaron Bacall (2004, Corwin Press, 19.95)
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As educators, we often take ourselves a bit too seriously, so veteran educator and illustrator Aaron Bacall offers a little perspective with these lighthearted cartoons. Whether used as overheads for meetings or as an individual break in a busy day, this collection of whimsical glimpses at staff development will provide a moment to laugh and add a little levity—and poignancy—to your workday. Intended to amuse, inspire, and reveal the simple truths that surround us. [6" x 9"...96 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]

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