Dave Burgess Consulting Inc imprint: 34 books

Jeffrey Zoul and Anthony McConnell know from personal experience that the role of school principal is one of the most challenging and the most rewarding in education. Using relatable stories and real-life examples, the authors reveal ten core values that will empower you to work and lead with excellence.

Balance Like a Pirate, a Lead Like a PIRATE Guide, was written by educators for educators with a focus on helping you create a lifestyle that allows you to break free from “shoulds” and “have tos.” Educational leaders Jessica Cabeen, Jessica Johnson, and Sarah Johnson equip you with practical...

In Stop. Right. Now. authors and education leaders Jimmy Casas and Jeffrey Zoul identify 39 practices, programs, processes, philosophies, and people problems that schools must eliminate in order to improve education for students—and the the entire school community. The status quo and average results...

No matter where you are in your educational career, chances are you have, at times, felt overwhelmed and overworked. Maybe you feel that way right now. If so, you aren’t alone. But the more important news is that things can get better! You simply need the right map to guide you from frustrated to...

After running twelve marathons in twelve months, Adam Welcome shares the mindset and tactics necessary for accomplishing big dreams. You don’t have to be a runner or even an athlete to be inspired by this power-filled book. Whatever your personal or professional goals are, Adam’s example and encouragement...

Stories from Webb goes right to the heart of education. Told by award-winning principal Todd Nesloney and his dedicated team of staff and teachers at Webb Elementary, this book will remind you why you became an educator. You’ll be reinvigorated by these relatable stories—and you just may be inspired to tell your own!

More standards, tests, and mandates are not the answer to improving literacy. Travis Crowder and Todd Nesloney explain that sparking a passion for words, stories, and self-expression in learners is the surest path to instilling a lifelong love of learning. Through real-life stories and practical strategies...

"Nothing"... How many times each week do your students respond to the question, "What happened at school today?" with that single, uninspiring, and untrue word? As school principals, Ryan McLane and Eric Lowe know that if schools rely on students to keep their parents informed,...

Keeping track of time, data, and ideas, not to mention assignments, can sometimes seem impossible. And if you struggle with organization and efficiency, just imagine how much more your students may be struggling to keep up with life’s daily demands. In Creatively Productive, Lisa Johnson gives you...

Written to help teachers and parents educate the next generation, Master the Media explains the history, purpose, and messages behind the media. The point isn’t to get kids to unplug; it’s to help them make informed choices, understand the difference between truth and lies, and discern perception...

In Ditch That Homework, Matt Miller and Alice Keeler discuss the pros and cons of homework, why teachers assign it, and what life could look like without it. As they evaluate the research and share parent and teacher insights, the authors offer a convincing case for ditching homework and replacing it with more effective and personalized learning methods.

Textbooks are symbols of centuries-old education. They’re often outdated as soon as they hit students’ desks. Acting “by the textbook” implies compliance and a lack of creativity. It’s time to ditch those textbooks—and those textbook assumptions about learning! In Ditch That Textbook,...

No school leader is immune to the effects of discrimination, bad politics, revenge, or ego-driven coworkers. These kinds of dunk-tank situations can make an educator’s life miserable. By sharing real-life stories and insightful research, the authors (who are dunk-tank survivors themselves) equip...

We say, “Student voice matters,” but are we really listening? This book will inspire you to find out what your students really think, feel, and need. You’ll learn how to listen to and use student feedback to improve your school’s culture. All you have to do is ask—and then Let Them Speak.