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Open House Sneak Preview!
SPOILER ALERT!!
🚨🚨🔊🔊 (sound up!)
#GWgreats #GWreads #LiteracyLever
youtu.be/re_ZdOaKEXc?...
Learning can be practical, real, and FUN! Here are a few books filled with inspiration and stories to let you and your team know…you’re not alone!
Free discussion guides and tools to support implementation at www.bradgustafson.com/books
Holler if I can help with anything else!!
That is so cool, Heather! (It was born from an “idea book concept,” so it definitely has plenty of actionable examples.) Looking forward to connecting soon!
Book Cover of the 5 Literacy Levers: Creating a Community of Readers.
@bookladyof3.bsky.social I would check out 5 Literacy Levers: Creating a Community of Readers by @gustafsonbrad.bsky.social He goes through all ages and I found it to be extremely adaptable. #TLSkyChat #TLSky
Thanks for sharing, Heather. Let me know if I can help with anything else.
MESPA!!! Our summer book study is turning into a book party! We have 50+ Minnesota principals signed up so far. And it’s not too late to join the fun.
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“There is always hope.” Overcoming Education will help you and your team navigate challenges, identify small wins, and co-create a more hope-filled culture.
The book is available now on Amazon:
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I wrote this book for leaders who are navigating complex challenges. It will help you focus on the DNA of making a difference.
Education is hard…Overcoming Education can help. amzn.to/3AzsKv3
This one is for you MESPA!
Virtual “Lunch and Learn” summer book study!! Hone your adaptive leadership skills, connect with other Minnesota Principals, and have FUN! Register today and a free book will be shipped directly to you.
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One of my favorite things to see when students arrive in the morning! 💗💯📚
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Thanks, Jenn. Sending soooo many positive thoughts and much gratitude your way. 🙏📚💗
A colorful infographic titled 'BOOKTALKS THAT BRING THE HEAT!' inspired by the work of Dr. Brad Gustafson. The word 'HEAT' is written in bold, multicolored letters. Below, the acronym HEAT is broken down into four key elements, each within a speech bubble accompanied by an illustrated child reading a book: Hook: 'Grab the reader’s attention right away!' (Displayed in a pink speech bubble with a young boy pointing while holding a book.) Energy: 'Passion is contagious. Let your book-nerd flag fly!' (Shown in a yellow speech bubble with a young girl reading.) Audience: 'Story connects us. Whose hearts most need this book?' (Displayed in a blue speech bubble with a girl in an orange outfit holding a book.) Time: 'Keep it short! Sometimes less is more.' (Presented in a purple speech bubble with a girl wearing glasses and sitting with a book.) The infographic emphasizes engaging, enthusiastic, and concise booktalk strategies.
#TLSkyChat A5. Here's a the book talk HEAT poster that I created. Download it for free! Inspired by the brilliant @gustafsonbrad.bsky.social!
A 'Reader Planning Worksheet' titled 'BOOKTALKS THAT BRING THE HEAT!' inspired by the work of Dr. Brad Gustafson. The worksheet is structured around the acronym HEAT, helping users plan engaging book talks. Each section includes a short explanation, checkboxes for strategies, and a blank 'My Plan' box for personal notes. Hook (pink section): 'Grab the reader’s attention right away!' Checkboxes for: 'Read a powerful quote!' 'Use a sound effect or prop!' 'Something else that’s awesome!' A blank lined box labeled 'My Plan' for writing a strategy. Energy (yellow section): 'Passion is contagious!' Checkboxes for: 'Be enthusiastic!' 'Vary your tone of voice!' 'Emphasize the things you love!' A blank lined 'My Plan' box for personalization. Audience (blue section): 'Remember who this book talk is for!' Checkboxes for: 'Share connections to characters' 'Mention parts of the book your audience might recognize or relate to' 'Ask your audience questions like, "Have you ever felt like ___?"' A blank lined 'My Plan' box for planning. Time (purple section): 'Keep it short! Sometimes less is more.' Checkboxes for: 'How will you wrap things up?' 'Suggest similar titles' 'Practice! Practice! Practice!' A blank lined 'My Plan' box for concluding strategies. The design includes bright colors, speech bubbles, and structured prompts to guide the user through developing a strong and engaging book talk.
#TLSkyChat A5. Here's a the book talk HEAT planning document (for students!) that I created. Download it for free! by the brilliant @gustafsonbrad.bsky.social
📢 It’s HERE! 📢
My new book, “I Won’t Back Down: From Rejection to Redirection for Educators,” is finally available! After a year of hard work, I’m beyond excited to share it with you!
Grab your copy today!
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Trying to find a way to bring “your best self” to your leadership challenges?! The March/April issue of Principal Magazine is focused on navigating leadership shifts. One of the articles is based on my new book, “Overcoming Education.” Check it out!
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The book trailer for “Overcoming Education” is here! youtu.be/BSGT-93ZCKM?...
For anyone who wants to make progress on meaningful work. “Overcoming Education” isn’t your typical education-leadership book…
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This is ridiculously cool!!!
Leaders know communication is essential. But we don’t always understand the nuances of effective communication. Therefore, our teams end up occupying the same spaces without truly connecting. This leads to mistrust and missed opportunities. I wrote “Overcoming Education” to help.
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That’s really cool!
This work we get to do is infinitely important. But it is not easy. I wrote “Overcoming Education” to help.
The book is designed to help leaders access their best thinking—so they can break complex challenges into small and solvable steps.
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I’m still processing the awesomeness that was #MESPA2025. 🔥🔥🔥 I learned so much, and also had the chance to share two all-new sessions based on my latest book, “Overcoming Education.”
Special thanks to Michelle Krell & the MESPA team on an incredible conference. One of the best I’ve attended. 💯🙏🤩
Today is the day #MESPA2025! We’ll be talking about practical strategies to help you make a difference when navigating complex challenges. This interactive session is based on some of the research (and stories) from my newest book, Overcoming Education.
Join us in “Minnetonka B” at 3pm.
IYKYK. Want to make a difference?! It’s all about the ‘candy cane!’ And the psychology behind this mental posture and strategy is incredible!
If your team is looking for an engaging book to help you navigate the complexities of education (and working with humans), check it out!
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Leadership is complex. I wrote “Overcoming Education” to help.
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Written to help teams make a difference! Check out the free study guide for “Overcoming Education” on my website at BradGustafson.com
MESPA Winter Institute 2025 is coming! Can. Not. Wait.
Learning from colleagues, connecting to better serve students, and unleashing two all-new sessions!! 🔥🔥🔥💯
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If you’re looking for an engaging read to help you and your team take on your biggest challenges (and opportunities!) in 2025…”Overcoming Education” can help. It’s an optimistic and realistic look at how to keep moving forward—even when things are complicated.
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Never underestimate YOU. Your authentic self matters. If you’re looking for a book to help you continue to grow and become, “Overcoming Education” can help.
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