First Year Teacher is an invaluable resource for newbie teachers. It offers hundreds of tips, warnings, and anecdotes from experienced educators--all in one warm and charming package. Benefit from their wisdom: "Principals love a heads-up on both good and bad news. It only makes you look good if you keep the principal in the loop. Don't hide in your classroom!" —Fifth grade teacher Learn from their mistakes: "Don't put off returning phone calls of a pushy parent. The longer you wait, the longer they have to think of new questions!" —U.S. History and Government teacher And remember that humor conquers all: "When you're having a hard day, remember why you became a teacher in the first place. My neighbors wouldn't listen to me talk about environmental science, so I had to find a captive audience!" —Environmental Science teacher