This is an empowering, encouraging, enjoyable, and inspiring resource for new teachers that joyfully demystifies the task of teaching adolescents. The lesson activities provide opportunities to support many learning styles. This should be the 'go to' companion for all English language arts teachers - both novice and experienced. -- Sadie Sapp Mahone, education consultant, Federal Funds and Compliance, Michigan Department of Education; former elementary and middle school principal
This text offers practical insights for English teachers, especially novice educators, to incorporate into their classroom lessons. Roseboro guides her readers through the metacognitive process that we grow to understand in our beginning years as essential parts of curriculum development. Her words encourage meaningful engagement and collaborative learning among students and teachers. Moreover, the content-specific activities demonstrate a belief in and commitment to academic rigor and relevance. Roseboro's book is a must-have for teachers both new and experienced. -- Chawanna B. Chambers, PhD, NBCT, owner and director, Single Seed Enrichment School
Anna Roseboro is one of those rare individuals who make an indelible impression on every person she touches. She knows how to work with teachers to help them see possibilities where others might see only problems. Her commitment to new teachers, the most vulnerable members of our community, is inspiring. Getting Started describes ways both novice and veteran teachers can navigate the changing educational landscape. Despite all these changes, Anna's book offers a clear path to success. It is sure to make the world a better place. -- Carol Jago, past president, National Council of Teachers of English
