Go See the Principal, Gerry Brooks
Go See the Principal, Gerry Brooks
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Go See the Principal
True Tales from the School Trenches

Author: Gerry Brooks

Narrator: Gerry Brooks, Andrea Gonzales

Unabridged: 5 hr 4 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Balance

Published: 04/30/2019

Categories: Nonfiction, Education, Humor


Synopsis

From an elementary school principal and popular YouTube personality, inspiration and humor for educators to tackle the challenges they face day-in and day-out

Gerry Brooks is an elementary school principal turned YouTube celebrity who entertains K-12 teachers, administrators, and parents across the country. He tells jokes with the kind of mocking humor that gets a laugh, yet can be safely shared in school. After all, even great schools have bad days -- when lesson plans fall through, disgruntled parents complain, kids throw temper tantrums because they have to use the same spoon for their applesauce and mashed potatoes, and of course, dealing with...The Horror! The Horror!...dreaded assessments. Ranging from practical topics like social media use in the class­room and parent-teacher conferences to more lighthearted sections such as "Pickup and Dropoff: An Exercise in Humanity" and "School Supplies: Yes, We Really Need All That Stuff," Go See the Principal offers comic relief, inspiration, and advice to those who need it the most.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Steph on May 05, 2019

I’m a little bit confused by the audience of the book; it switches from ideas directed to admin, then teachers, the parents, back to admin... and yet it was nice to hear those different suggestions, too. It’s also way, way less funny than the videos I’m used to that are created by the author. He adm......more

Goodreads review by Emily on May 29, 2019

This book should be given to all new teachers and all kindergarten parents.......more

Goodreads review by Becki on December 08, 2023

As a former middle school teacher, I do enjoy Gerry Brooks videos. I follow him on Facebook and YouTube, appreciating how each video is both relevant and humorous. So, I was super excited to learn he had written a book. Then I read the book. It was a disappointment. I think my overarching issue was I’......more

Goodreads review by britt_brooke on March 28, 2023

Love Principal Gerry (pronounced like “Gary,” it turns out) Brooks’s videos! This expansion on his social media success is a great read for both educators and parents. Thoughtful, funny, and full of useful advice. Definitely go for the audio, as he narrates perfectly.......more

Goodreads review by Whitney on April 06, 2024

I love Gerry Brooks! He is a current principal and tells the truth to educators and parents. I highly suggest this book to all educators, leaders, and even parents.......more