Words of Wisdom – serie

Principals need wisdom. The knowledge built up over time leads to authoritative solutions, resolutions, and actions. In Vintage Knowledge for Principals, over a hundred short entries define a single piece of wisdom, describe its benefits, and provide an example of the wisdom in action. Recommendations based on real-world experience are inexpensive and accessible. In minutes, principals will maximize the performance of their schools, their people, and their roles as administrators and leaders. The simple, easy-to-use format is broken into three sections:“Wisdom for Your School” focuses on the school as an organization as well as the physical property. Individual entries address classroom, building, and system-level issues associated with facilities, special events, and funding. “Wisdom for Your People” relates to teachers, student discipline, parental engagement, and administrative and maintenance staff management. “Wisdom for You” focuses on the principal, primarily in the areas of leadership, self-awareness, and relationship-building.Enrich your school. Encourage your people. Empower yourself with words of wisdom from an educator who has been where you want to go.

Essential Knowledge for Teacherskeeps teachers focused and relevant in today’s changing educational landscape.Training and development makes every teacher an instructional specialist. They engage students with their lessons, and they plan activities that maximize academic success. Equally important is the teacher’s role as guide. They set high expectations, assume that everyone can advance, and don’t allow underachievers to fall behind. And because teamwork is a must, they involve parents, peers, and the larger community. The first section, “Wisdom for Your Community,” helps teachers engage students, involve parents, collaborate with colleagues, and present their schools and themselves as capable and professional. “Wisdom for Your Classroom” enhances the student-teacher relationship, and covers administrative details and classroom learning. “Wisdom for Yourself” focuses on teachers and their careers. Short entries present one piece of wisdom, its benefits, and an example of the wisdom in action based on studies, real-world anecdotes, and Dr. Culp’s opinions. Recommendations can be implemented in easy and inexpensive ways. Become a guide, mentor and role model with Words of Wisdom for Teachers.

Trusted Knowledge for Parents provides clarity, inspiration and support for raising compassionate, respectful and productive children. Parents give so much to their children. They provide young lives with love, respect, and guidance. They maintain a safe environment in which kids can explore and learn. They also impact their neighborhoods and society by raising children who are trustworthy, honest and capable. Trusted Knowledge for Parents encourages and inspires readers in the most important job of all: that of being a parent.The lessons in this book were forged in the crucible that is parenting. They have been hardened with resolve and experience and, most importantly, with a parent’s love. The first section, “Trusted Knowledge for Your Child,” provides specific ideas and tips. The discussions of home life and school life are appropriate for any age group. “Knowledge for Yourself” compiles ideas and directives that apply to readers as parents and as human beings. “Knowledge for Your Outlook” supports the concepts and attitudes that keep parents, grandparents, foster parents and childcare providers happy, healthy, and sane!

Choice Knowledge for Students enhances the confidence, maturity, and motivation that drives success.No matter where a student stands with grades or abilities, their future depends on excellent education and not only in academic subjects. Their hearts and souls need tending as much as their minds. This book addresses all three! The first section, “Knowledge for Your Power,” nurtures inner strength. Entries like “Rescue Yourself” encourage maturity, ones like “Speak Up” enhance confidence, and those similar to “Keep It Real” nurture honesty and persistence. The second section is “Knowledge for Your Balance.” Entries like “Your Best Friend,” “Let Go,” and “Talk It Out” build a stable foundation for school, work, family, friends, and all the other activities students juggle. The third section, “Knowledge for Your Life,” offers inspiring and fun ways to supercharge school and life. Items like “Give Your Best” encourage achievement, ones like “Move Your Body” emphasize physical health, and the future is addressed with topics like “Test the Trend.” Choice Knowledge helps students take charge of academic success as well as their lives!

Key Knowledge for Success provides effective and efficient solutions for district leaders and their careers.Superintendents must manage a district’s day-to-day activities while moving the community into the future. They juggle administrative tasks, balance budgets, liaise with influencers, and keep the schools focused on academic excellence. Key Knowledge for Success is packed with the advice, tips and tools these leaders need right now.Three sections cover the critical elements of their role. “Superintendents in the District” strengthens individual elements and creates district cohesion. “Superintendents as Professionals” helps the chief executive officer lead with courage and strength while enhancing career success. In “Superintendents as Leaders,” discussions of political and diplomatic elements ensures that leaders can influence their districts in positive and proactive ways. Written by Dr. Barbara Culp, an educational professional with over forty years of real-world experience and specialized superintendent training, Key Knowledge for Successprovides the best tools, tips and inspiration. For those who aspire to lead a district and those who currently serve as district superintendents, the simple and effective knowledge in this book will supercharge every district’s success.

Harry Styles isn’t just a global superstar — he’s a walking, talking mood board of confidence, kindness and killer one-liners. From chart-topping hits to headline-making fashion moments, Harry has a way with words that’s as unforgettable as his stage presence. What Harry Says gathers some of his most iconic, heartfelt and downright fabulous quotes into one perfectly giftable little book.Honest, uplifting and effortlessly cool, his words celebrate individuality, self-expression and finding joy in the journey. Whether he’s reminding us that “Happiness isn’t this final resting place. Life is about the peaks and troughs,” encouraging us with “If you're happy doing what you're doing then nobody can tell you you're not successful,” or boldly declaring, “You can never be overdressed. There’s no such thing,” Harry’s outlook is equal parts grounded and glam.Stylish, giftable and packed with feel-good energy, this little book is the perfect present for the Harry fan in your life — or a treat for yourself. Ideal for birthdays, stocking fillers, graduations or just because, What Harry Says is a small but mighty reminder to live boldly, dress up, stay kind and embrace every high and low along the way.

Jennifer Coolidge is an American actress, who is beloved for some of the most iconic television and movie roles. What Jennifer Says is an inspiring collection of some of her best sayings. “I hung in there longer than other people that were better than I was, I think. The key is to hang in there.” “I’ve always wanted to play a dolphin.” “If they don’t know who I am, just dump ‘em.”

What Pedro Says is an inspiring and entertaining collection of quotes from the internationally acclaimed Hollywood actor, known for his roles in Games of Thrones, Narcos and The Last of Us.Featuring words of wisdom on acting, determination and friendship, Pedro also shares his thoughts on being dubbed ‘The Internet’s Daddy’ and encourages us all not to take life too seriously!Some quotes from Pedro:“The smallest of opportunities kept me going. So much so that I resolved to struggle until I couldn’t walk anymore.”“I didn't go to church, I was raised by HBO, Spielberg and Prince.”“I always die. In everything.”

Featuring words of wisdom on love, friendship, self-confidence and creativity, What Selena Says is an inspiring collection of the actress and pop queen’s best quotes.  “The older I’ve gotten, the more I’ve learned that I have to open myself up to all opportunities. Maybe I’ll get burned and not meet the right people, but I won’t know until I do it.”  “I believe in second chances, but I don't believe in third or fourth chances.”  “Always be yourself, there's no one better!”

What Frida Says is an inspiring collection of the Mexican icon's best quotes on love, style, life and art, celebrating her immense legacy.Frida Kahlo is undoubtedly one of the most innovative and influential painters of the 20th century and is widely considered a style icon thanks to her eclectic taste and love of colour and print. From a young age, Kahlo forged her own path, overcoming polio as a child and battling lifelong injuries from a tragic road accident, to become the inspirational figure we know and love today.  Some quotes from Frida Kahlo: “Nothing is worth more than laughter. It is strength to laugh and to abandon oneself, to be light.” “I must fight with all my strength so that the little positive things that my health allows me to do might be pointed toward helping the revolution. The only real reason for living.” “I am my own muse, I am the subject I know best. The subject I want to know better.”

What Maya Angelou Says is a collection of the beloved American icon’s most uplifting quotes.Maya Angelou’s life is a rich and remarkable one; using her voice to overcome prejudice and difficulty, the poet and activist has inspired generations to live boldly and change the world for better.“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.”“It’s one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself, to forgive. Forgive everybody.”“If you’re always trying to be normal you will never know how amazing you can be.”

Known for his iconic roles in films such as The Matrix and John Wick, and more recently for his philanthropy, Keanu Reeves has garnered a reputation as one of Hollywood’s kindest stars.Featuring words of wisdom on life, acting, hope and resilience, What Keanu Says is a compilation of the actor’s most inspirational quotes.“The simple act of paying attention can take you a long way.”“I was also raised to treat people exactly how I would like to be treated by others. It’s called respect.”“I don't want to be part of a world where being kind is a weakness.”

From hometown princess to global star, Taylor Swift is the world’s favourite songwriter, popstar and all-round icon. What Taylor Says is a celebratory and empowering collection of the legend's quotes. ‘I think the most profound relationship I’ve ever had has been with my fans.’ ‘The only real risk is being too afraid to take a risk at all.’‘I wanna love glitter and also stand up for the double standards that exist in our society. I wanna wear pink and tell you how I feel about politics and I don’t think that those things have to cancel each other out.’

Britney Spears redefined what it was to be a pop star. What Britney Says is a celebratory and empowering collection of the icon's most inspirational quotes. 'You have to speak the thing that you’re feeling, even if it scares you. You have to tell your story. You have to raise your voice.''Never doubt yourself. Never change who you are. Don't care what people think and just go for it.''I realised how powerful it can be when women defy expectations.'

What Liam and Noel Say is a collection of the legendary Gallagher brothers' most iconic quotes.Superstar siblings Liam and Noel Gallagher are renowned for their musical status, headstrong personalities, infamous feuds and of course, their unforgettable one-liners. Featuring words of wisdom on self-belief, sibling rivalry and the art of rock'n'roll, this book celebrates all things Oasis. "You'll need to get your pillow out when that c*** starts talking...""I see myself as one of the f**king true great rock'n'roll singers on the planet."“If I wasn't a musician, I don't know. God, maybe? That would be a good job."