Kick-Start Your Class

By LouAnne Johnson

Book Overview

The New York Times bestseller author of DangerousMinds has a new way to engage students

LouAnne Johnson's newest book is a collection of fun and simpleeducational icebreaker activities that get students excited andengaged from the very first minute of class. These activities aregreat to use with students at all levels, and many of theactivities include variations and modifications for differentgroups. Research has shown that the use of icebreakers increasesstudent motivation by creating an emotional connection between thestudent and school. In as little as five minutes, a creativeicebreaker can engage students' brains, encourage criticalthinking, and much more.

Includes a fun-filled collection of icebreakers that getstudents thinking and keeps them engagedWritten by LouAnne Johnson, a teacher and acclaimed author ofeight booksContains ideas for promoting creativity, unifying the classroomcommunity, preventing disruptive behavior, and creating positiveattitudes towards school and learning

No matter what your students' age group this book will give youthe tools you need to create a classroom environment that promoteslearning.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1118104560
• ISBN13: 9781118104569
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.0" x 9.4"