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). You’ll also be entertained by the 24 great cartoons. [7” x 8.5”...158 pages]

The School Administrator's Complete Letter Book: Second Edition

by Gerald Tomlinson (2003, Wiley, 44.95/hardback)
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A comprehensive selection of model letters and memos for a wide variety of educational purposes and situations. This book and its accompanying CD-ROM contain a gold mine of tested, usable letters and other communiques, some of which can be used practically word-for-word from the book, while others can be adapted to your specific needs. [8.5" x 11"...352 pages]

194 High-Impact Letters for Busy Principals: A Guide to Handling Difficult Correspondence, Second Edition

by Marilyn Grady (2006, Corwin Press, 38.95 with CD-Rom)
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This handy starter-kit collection of letters is designed to help the busy administrator who wants to write effective letters but just doesn’t have the time! From the personal to the procedural, from congratulatory to disciplinary, these letters help principals and assistant principals create a positive school climate, enhance school public relations, and provide effective documentation of school issues. The timesaving templates are easy to personalize and customize with a CD-ROM that is included. [8.5" x 11"...212 pages]

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