Schoolwide Discipline Plan Without the Loopholes: Yeah, but- A Salamander is Not a Fish! [Paperback]

Jim Fay (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2010

In A Salamander Is Not a Fish, the legendary Jim Fay helps teachers create conditions that are absolutely essential for great academic and social learning. Many schools have responded to the pressure of the modern age by increasing the content of the curricula and the rigidity of the student code. Both educators and students feel the pressure. Some become overwhelmed by this pressure.Jim Fay gives you the skills to help you create the relationships and respectful environments that are at the heart of great learning communities. The bottom line is that the Love and Logic tools in this book make teaching easier and better. The path of Love and Logic helps teachers create conditions that are absolutely essential for great academic and social learning.

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About the Author

The Legendary Jim Fay began his career as a teacher, and for over three decades served in public, private and parochial schools. He spent seventeen years as a school principal and administrator, and for nearly thirty years has served as an educational consultant and public speaker.

Product Details

• Paperback: 108 pages
• Publisher: Love and Logic Press; 1 edition (January 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1930429754
• ISBN-13: 978-1930429758
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #312,060 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jim Fay is one of America's most sought-after presenters and authors in the area of parenting and school discipline.

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ron S., June 6, 2006

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Ronald D. Sisson "Ron S." (Puget Sound Area, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Schoolwide Discipline Plan Without the Loopholes: Yeah, but- A Salamander is Not a Fish! (Paperback)

I have to completely disagree with the other reviews on this and other L&L materials. As a parent and public school administrator I find the philosophies and techniqes presented in Love and Logic valuable tools as both a professional and a parent. There are references to Christianity in some of the materials, but it is by no means "forcing" beliefs on others. In fact, when did respect, love and logic consequences become Christian only values? For as widespread as these materials are used in schools and homes across the country, you should think twice before buying in to the "fundamentalist" reviews. GREAT materials to use with kids and teens. Buy the books, they are WELL worth the money!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love & Logic - Salamander's Aren't Fish, August 26, 2007

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Keith A. Ivers (Libby, Montana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Schoolwide Discipline Plan Without the Loopholes: Yeah, but- A Salamander is Not a Fish! (Paperback)

For those who haven't previously encountered Love & Logic materials, this is a great introduction to the student management philosophy. It covers the central principles and applies them practically to the school setting. Although not as complete as the book written for that specific purpose (Teaching with L & L), it still provides much useful information in a much more compact format. Highly recommended for anyone weary of repeated warnings and wondering why their best-intentioned efforts just don't seem to have lasting effects (or wondering why your efforts ARE working, but aren't sure why!).

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great!, July 25, 2008

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K. Eddy - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Schoolwide Discipline Plan Without the Loopholes: Yeah, but- A Salamander is Not a Fish! (Paperback)

This was excellent. I could not put it down and read it in one night and just a couple of hours the next morning. Immediately loaned it to my principal. This builds on Teaching with Love and Logic and was exactly the next step I needed to transform discipline on the school level rather than just one classroom. Definitely recommend it!