Ron Nash is a former teacher, curriculum coordinator, and organizational development specialist. He has spent the last 17 years authoring 18 books for teachers, and he has observed and coached teachers in hundreds of classrooms over the past 30 years.
Having observed and coached in hundreds of K-12 classrooms since 1994, Ron Nash has come to a few conclusions about what makes teachers tick and classrooms click. The best teachers attend to those seemingly little things that cost nothing, even as they create classroom climates where students can’t wait to walk through the door every day. The big little things that great teachers do have students up, moving, pairing, sharing, laughing, and learning in an atmosphere full of trust, respect, and high expectations. This second edition of Big Little Things highlights 50 tools for building better classrooms at all levels.
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"Big Little Things: 50 Tools for Building a Better Classroom, 2nd Edition is a must-have companion for educators at any stage of their professional journey. With its engaging stories, practical tips, and actionable advice, the book highlights the transformative potential of small actions.
It reminds us that paying attention to the ‘little things’ can truly make a ‘big’ difference. By focusing on the ‘little things,’ educators lay the groundwork for building meaningful relationships and creating engaging classroom environments that spark curiosity."
- Heather Neil, personalized learning coach, Woonsocket Education Department, Rhode IslandNewest Book from Ron Nash
Big Little Things Testimonials
“Big Little Things was an incredible resource book for our novice teachers! The 40 Tools for Building a Better Classroomwere simple and easy to implement. This quick read helped strengthen our instruction and our belief that all students thrive in a positive learning environment. It will continue to be an integral part of our new teacher program. I can’t wait to see how their experience will be enhanced with ten more tools added in this new edition!”
- Hope Petty, teacher support coordinator, Warren County Public Schools, Virginia
“This book challenges traditional notions of education and offers a compelling vision for a more inclusive, engaging, and effective approach to teaching and learning. It’s a must-read for educators committed to unlocking the full potential of every student while recognizing and supporting the diverse needs of both teachers and learners.”
- Tracy Bollinger, educational consultant
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"In Working the Room, Ron Nash continues a storied history of mixing humor, personal experience, and pedagogy to provide readers with strategies they can implement right now to see positive student outcomes. Readers will get a firsthand look at how developing relationships, teaching students the language of learning, students exchanging ideas and collaborating, and moving towards a student-centered classroom will skyrocket their classes to continuous improvement.
Looking beyond the pedagogy, Ron encourages self-reflection and personal growth for educators so that students get the best advocates and teachers standing before and beside them every day.
In essence, Working the Room is a choreographed move toward excellence, and without a doubt, it is another Ron Nash work that should be part of every teacher’s toolbox."
- Chuck Moss, Director of Special Programs, Dinwiddie County (VA) Public SchoolsWhat can you expect from a Ron Nash workshop?
- A high-energy, fast-paced classroom session from two to five hours
- Evidence-based student engagement strategies that are modeled
- Participants up, moving, pairing, and sharing a great deal
- Humor and music as state-change mechanisms
To bring Ron to your district, school, or conference, email him at rnash12@cox.net