When it comes to names I trust in education, Danny Steele and Todd Whitaker are near the top of that list.

They love people. They’re passionate about learning. They’re bold and don’t hesitate to tell it like it is.

Essential Truths for Teachers isn’t a book about instructional practice. It’s not about classroom management techniques, the best uses of technology, or assessment.

This book is more of a manifesto. It’s about the fundamental beliefs and values that teachers need to own in order to be successful.

It’s a quick and easy read. I have no affiliation and gain nothing from sales of this book, but I highly recommend it.

What follows are 17 essential truths that every teacher in the world should hear.

Read the blog post featured in this episode at https://teachersonfire.net/2024/01/22/17-powerful-quotes-from-essential-truths-for-teachers/.

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SONG TRACK CREDIT

Chef Brian by Latasha

Dude by Patrick Patrikios

New Year by Bad Snacks

Night Run Away by An Jone

Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Smooth and Cool by Nico Staf 

*All songs retrieved from the YouTube Audio Library at https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/.