For
almost two years, I have been working on a book for Professional Development
with two teachers from Connecticut, Dan Blanchard and Dan Flores. Both Dan and
Dan are still teaching, and although I have retired from the classroom, I
continue to teach through my book presentations and speaking engagements. The book came out last week.
Dan Blanchard teaches in the inner city, and he brings a unique
perspective to the idea of Professional Development. He sees what
Education can do, because he is also a product of a city education, and he
recognizes that teachers must learn the best initiatives for helping students
to be successful.
Dan Flores began his career in Education as a
paraprofessional. After several years, he went back to college and
received his teaching degree. He has the true perspective on how to
include paras in OD and the need to include them in the happenings within the
building, because he knows the struggle of trying to do a job with none of the know-how.
My section of the book is dedicated to student teachers and new
teachers, and includes things like organizing yourself and your students, and
Dede's 3 C's for Classroom Success: Confidence, Communication, and
Creativity.
The ebook is already trending on Amazon, and the printed book will
be coming out soon.
I am so proud to be a part of this book on Professional
Development, a topic that does not get enough attention. Here is the link
to the book if you would like to take a peek! Dan and Dan and I believe that
solid PD helps teachers to help students be successful!
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." Nelson Mandela
Visit Dede's web page for complete details on her award-winning book, STUDENT TEACHING: THE INSIDE SCOOP FROM A MASTER TEACHER. Many colleges have made the book required reading. Signed copies are available www.dederittman.com Dede is also a national speaker on The Three C's for Classroom success: Confidence, communication, and Creativity; Avoiding Teacher burnout; and many other inspirational topics.
I LOVE writing. And I love writing children's books- my newest passion. Although it will be a ton of work, I am looking forward to selling my books. Since I was a secondary teacher, I know that I have much to learn about elementary students, and I will have to follow my own advice and be my genuine self. However, I also know that I am passionate about helping kids who have to wear glasses, and that GRADY GETS GLASSES sends a positive message. I am willing to work hard and do all the things that also made me a successful teacher for 37
Teacher friends- let me know if you want me to read GRADY GETS GLASSES at your school. I am willing to come in to discuss the creative writing process, why writing is important, and personal fulfillment through writing, along with reading my book. I would appreciate the exposure, and I would make signed copies available for purchase in your classrooms following the reading. Please email me at dederittman@gmail.com The website www.gradygetsglasses.com now has plush Grady bunnies for sale!
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