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Part memoir, part inspirational tract and part handbook for beginning teachers, Clark's treatise on how to get children excited about learning lays out some underlying principles of teaching, covering 11 fundamentals: enthusiasm, adventure, creativity, reflection, balance, compassion, confidence, humor, common sense, appreciation and resilience. (This analysis follows Clark's bestselling The Essential 55.) Clark, who was named Disney Teacher of the Year in 2001, shares some of his own blunders and many of his successes while learning to teach, many of which may help new teachers trying to figure out the basics. In a rambling style, Clark relays anecdote after anecdote, as he weaves back and forth from his life as a teacher to his childhood and more advice for teachers, including such details as how to write notes home to parents about field trips. There isn't much depth here, and the book doesn't analyze the nitty-gritty of Clark's own teaching methods or of educational ideas. Indeed, it's more a motivational speech than an educational text, and it isn't hard to imagine Clark speaking these words aloud. However, the book does include some valuable nuggets on how to build children's confidence, help them remember information and teach them to be compassionate, advice that all teachers—but especially inexperienced ones—will find valuable and thought provoking.
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hen The Essential 55 was published, Ron Clark became a tireless promoter, traveling the country to speak to large groups of teachers and fans. And when his Oprah appearance shot the book onto the New York Times bestseller list, he kept the heat on. We can expect the same tenacious commitment to promoting his follow-up book, The Excellent 11. The Excellent 11 contains eleven sections with each one focusing on a theme directly related to teaching and raising children. Ron Clark draws from his own experience to give advice, telling personal stories that demonstrate the significance of each theme within the learning environment-an environment that extends beyond the classroom and into the larger world. Using themes ranging from Adventure, Ingenuity, and Humor to Dedication, Creativity, and Love, Clark provides a road map for both parents and teachers who want to enrich their children's learning experiences.
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  • Hardcover: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Hyperion (July 21, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 140130141X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1401301415
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.3 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #253,974 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Aphorisms for teachers and parents..., November 3, 2004
By Stephen Armstrong (Hadley, Ma USA) - See all my reviews
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This is Ron Clark's third book (the others also available on Amazon), and the least "specific," least detail-oriented of the three. He states what he believes is necessary for good teaching in eleven short chapters: (1) enthusiasm, (2) adventure, (3) creativity, (4) reflection, (5) balance, (6) compassion, (7) confidence, (8) humor, (9) common sense, (10) appreciation, and (11) resilience. Clark describes these traits of good teaching and parenting with many entertaining anecdotes.

I think that that Ron Clark is a good writer, very gifted teacher, and excellent public speaker. I thought his book was more entertaining than "useful," however, to those in training or already in place in their schools, and that Clark's methods rely on Clark's genius, which is substantial.

The book belongs to the genre of (romantic) "teacher lit," which emphasizes warm ideas about so-called gifted teachers who can overcome all obstacles to reach all children (somewhat like Jaime Escalante, Jonathon Kozol, Marva Collins, and so forth). That is why I give the book only three stars, even though I enjoyed it.
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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Basic skills for anyone working with children, July 14, 2004
Bestselling author Ron Clark is right on target again with his newest book "The Excellent 11". In it he enumerates the eleven qualities shared by students who love to learn and how these same qualities in a teacher make learning an adventure. Each of the eleven qualities gets its own chapter where he details not only what defines that quality but provides examples of how to use it to teach children. The eleven qualities are enthusiasm, adventure, creativity, reflection, balance, compassion, confidence, humor, common sense, appreciation, and resilience. This is a highly recommended read and should be read by anyone interested in teaching children whether it is in the regular school system, home schooling, church school, leading children, camp counselors, or any other similar venue.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Maybe not "excellent" but very good, July 20, 2004
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"Essential 55" is a hard act to follow but Clark has written a book that every teacher should read before school starts, just to get the mind more focused on these important characteristics. However, he must have used up his best stories in his first book because this one just doesn't have the can't-put-it-down and must-share-with-colleagues quality that his first did. But it's good none-the-less.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book Love it!
I haven't finished this book but so far it is awesome and gives me great ideas. I know my children will benefit from me reading this book.
Published 15 days ago by Connie Jo Collins

1.0 out of 5 stars This man is NOT a teacher
I always find it interesting for someone to spend a few years (less than 5) as a teacher, then decide to become a motivational speaker for teachers. Read more
Published 1 month ago by A. Arey

5.0 out of 5 stars Motivating teachers
This is an excellent series of ideas for upcoming teachers - or even more experienced teachers who are feeling a bit jaded.
Published 2 months ago by Brian A. Clarke

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent 11
As a teacher there is some great advice offered by Ron Clark that can be used in every classroom.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Not worth buying for parents
I thought the title was misleading by including "parents." While I suppose any concept about teaching and motivating students in general can be applied by parents who want to... Read more
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EVERY teacher should have this book in his/her library. Ron Clark is an amazing teacher and full of fun inspiring ideas.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The Excellent 11 by Ron Clark
If this book is like The Essential 55, then it will be a great read and an easy read.
Published 9 months ago by Michael McNamara

3.0 out of 5 stars Excellent 11
I, personally, didn't find this book as useful or motivating as Ron's earlier book. It was OK - nothing new really.
Published 9 months ago by Rachel Couling

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Practical Book
This book is packed full of good ideas when working with children, whether as a parent, a teacher, or a friend. Mr. Clark's enthusiasm inspires, but he is also very practical. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, great condition
This is one of the finer books I've ever had the pleasure of reading. If you are a teacher, you need to get this book. Read more
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