Sue Zapf

The Things That Mattered Sue Zapf

Having left the field of education completely after her first several years as a teacher because of the struggles she faced, Sue Zapf was drawn back to her calling a year later with a new perspective. By using new methods and trying novel approaches to teaching, she was thrilled to watch her students begin to thrive, which fueled her passion for helping students and colleagues find success as well. After retirement, she reflected on what had made a difference during her career. What were The Things That Mattered?Every teacher will want to learn from Sue's experience and apply the strategies she and her colleague, John, used. Find out how codeswitching, own-its and fix-its, and imagining every child as a slot machine with a bag changed the lives of the students they taught. As you read through this succinctly-presented book, you'll also go on a journey of personal discovery as you learn how even slight changes in your attitude and behavior can positively affect the classroom climate, resulting in an environment more conducive to student learning and growth - and more enjoyable days for you!