New teachers face a daunting task. There are classrooms to decorate, students to manage, and lessons to teach. Paul reminds us to avoid unrealistic expectations. None of us are masters of a craft the first time we practice it. Rather than hold yourself to an unreasonable standard, Paul urges a functional approach: start with something that will work, then improve as you can. He highlights crucial tasks that new teachers should place prioritize.

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