So it’s that time of the year again when I get to order books for my birthday, which is my favorite gift ever because it keeps on giving for months and months and months. The deal is that I have to finish reading all of last year’s books before I get to order new ones, and I’m excited about ordering the list below in the next few days.

As usual, I’m encouraging you all to take a few minutes this week to look through these titles, and to order one (or five) that resonate with you. Or, do your own research and share those titles with me so I can add them to this list. The suggestions below revolve around the themes of education, leadership, creativity, innovation and culture building, with an overarching focus on becoming a better person and educator for our world. 

Anyway, take a look at the 15 titles and links below, and happy reading in 2024! I’ve had a blast scouring through book stores and websites over the past month and I’m really excited about this year’s list. Okay, enjoy the week ahead everyone and remember to be great for our students and good to each other.

The Goodwill Jar – Nick Rowe

The Setback Cycle – Amy Shoenthal

Slow Down – Kohei Saito

Hidden Potential – Adam Grant

Optimal – Daniel Goleman & Cary Cherniss

Cultures of Growth – Mary Murphy

The Good Life – Robert Waldinger & Mark Schulz

Open Talent – John Winsor & Jin Paik

Passion Struck – John Miles 

Supercommunicators – Charles Duhigg

Undistracted – Bob Goff

The Catalyst – Jonah Berger

Range – David Epstein

Clear Thinking – Shane Parrish

Get It Done – Ayelet Fishbach