Reclaiming Our Calling: Hold on to the Heart, Mind, and Hope of Education

by Brad R. Gustafson

Children are more than numbers, and we are called to teach and reach them accordingly. In this genre-busting book, award-winning educator and principal Brad Gustafson uses stories to capture the heart, mind, and hope of education.  Reclaiming Our Calling will empower you to . . .

Talk about learning that lasts in tangible termsTeach on behalf of the whole learner by tapping into their strengths Take steps toward meaningful change regardless of your roleUnderstand and lead with the 4 Passions of the Profession and invite others to do the same

Genres: Education

272 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 25, 2018

Reviews

[Marc Daly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Building Lifelong Learners

Mr. Gustafson uses this book to help us focus on creating lifelong learners. He uses personal stories and anecdotes to lead the reader to reflect on their own learning and how they can help students find their “jelly.”

Teachers and education leaders should be sure to read this book and use the reflections to reclaim their calling as educators develop lifelong learners, not simply students who can do well on standardized tests.

[Jeff Wells · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although written a year before the pandemic, this book is highly relevant as educators reclaim and reimagine their career amidst the turmoil of 2020 and 2021. Brad Gustafson’s stories and ideas are an inspiration and light in a changed world. His focus on what is really important in education guides teachers on a journey to reclaim our calling.

[Heather Stringham · Rating 4 out of 5]

My Calling

I have always felt like my job was more than a job. Too many politicians and higher ups have caused me to question what I know to be true. This book helped remind me. #reclaimingourcalling

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very uplifting book about why we said "yes" to working in education. The last couple years have been hard and I actually wasn't really happy last year, but this book made me go back and look at what I did enjoy about my job. I learned a lot and enjoyed the stories along the way.

[phillipsrdave · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read!

Brad challenges the reader to activate their heart when approaching the complex task of teaching. This book is a quick read that is packed with engaging questions, ideas, and encouragement. Rather than fall into a prescriptive role, Brad pushes the reader to learn in a transformative manner like his students. Good for anyone in a teaching or helping profession.

[Brenda Maurao · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book that I will revisit when I am in need of inspiration and focus! I loved the section on deep learning and used this as a springboard for discussions in my district!