"A book that will help parents, teachers, and administrators alike in their quest to boost student achievement."--Bookpage.com

"Valuable and thought-provoking."--Publishers Weekly

---Praise for The Essential 55

"The winner of the 2001 Disney Teacher of the Year Award presents some revolutionary ideas for the classroom: manners, industriousness, and accountability.... [Ron's] rules go beyond simple politeness: they promote respect for self and others, and help foster a mature and responsible way of living in the world.... [H]is cogent explanations about why he created his rules and his closing tips on dealing with parents and children offer plenty of ideas and much-needed support...this book is a definite winner... Clark's slim but valuable volume will make a welcome addition to any teacher's library."--Publishers Weekly

"Ron Clark's approach to classroom management is clearly a three-legged stool made of high expectations, an unmistakable belief that children can succeed, and a support system that makes students want to do the right thing. All three ingredients are a must for the magical recipe we see in this book."
--Frank Buck, former Editorial Advisor to the National Association of Elementary School Principals, Principal Magazine

"The Essential 55: rules for a lifetime."--EducationWorld.com

"An award-winning teacher's guide, and it really is terrific and easy to read, and so thoughtful."--American Consortium for Equity in Education podcast