Lee and Adam Parkinson's second book has a similar diet to their first, an inside look at education based on their popular podcast Two Mr Ps in a Pod(Lee and Adam Parkinson's second book has a similar diet to their first, an inside look at education based on their popular podcast Two Mr Ps in a Pod(cast).
Teachers and parents have shared their stories, some definitely more embarrassing than others.
Reading some of the stories recounted here made me chuckle, bringing back memories of children and teachers from my schooldays.
Inevitably, some stories involve bodily functions and items that belong in an adults only environment but somehow found their way into 'Show and Tell' sessions. Teachers didn't always realise what some items were for, leading to huge embarrassment when enlightened by colleagues.
Some practices adopted during the pandemic, such as the introduction of digital teaching platforms, have led to positive changes in education; however, resistance remains.
The authors are passionate about young people having a positive relationship with social media and argue for the introduction of a Digital Literacy Framework in England (it already exists in Wales).
This is an entertaining read that also makes some salient points around education, and can be enjoyed by educators and parents alike.
I received a free digital ARC of this book from HarperCollins UK, and am voluntarily leaving a review....more
Lee and Adam Parkinson are brothers who work in education, one as a teacher and the other as a TA (teaching assistant). They have a very successful poLee and Adam Parkinson are brothers who work in education, one as a teacher and the other as a TA (teaching assistant). They have a very successful podcast and have now written a book detailing their experiences, as well as observations on education generally.
The start of the book introduces the brothers and their routes into the teaching profession, followed by chapters on various topics such as Parents, Behaviour, PE, Dinner Times, and School Trips. The brothers prefer to use a conversational approach, so one will often interject as they would on their podcasts. This can often be funny, whilst some may find it annoying.
Since I work in education (not as a teacher), I am able to relate to a lot of what is written about, and particularly the final chapter where opinions are voiced on what the authors perceive to be wrong with education at the present time. It seems that Ofsted and the present government have quite a lot to answer for. I have my own opinions, but rather than state them here, it is up to the individual to read and decide where they stand. You won't necessarily agree with everything that's asserted.
Whatever your opinions, whether you are within the profession or not, this is an enjoyable read. It will also bring back memories, as it did for me, of the types of characters in a school - teachers, parents, and kids. A great deal of it is relatable and will chime with readers' own experiences. I found myself chuckling in quite a few places.
If you have opinions on education, then again this is one you should probably read as it blows open a few of the myths and misunderstandings around teaching - especially in the chapter at the end.
As with the caring professions, teachers get a pretty raw deal at times and deserve much more praise and recognition, whilst the reality is an ever-increasing pile of paperwork and targets to be met. This book may change your perception of teachers and help you appreciate how hard they work.
I was sent an advance review copy of this book by HarperCollins UK, in return for an honest appraisal....more
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