What are ten things that help new teachers get off to a good start? profession? must-have resource. success in those critical first years, this powerful little booklet distills the teaching and consulting experience of an international author and teacher of teachers. how-to for communicating with parents - techniques for planning for the unexpected; a unique format for teacher teams to discuss one chapter a month; and, action steps to achieve success in the crucial first years. to communicating with parents to planning for the unexpected. Teams of new and experienced teachers can grow together by discussing and applying a chapter a month over a year.