Dive into Summer with a Great Read!AZCEC 2025 Summer Book Study!

AZCEC 2025 Summer Book Study

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Hey there! We are absolutely buzzing with excitement to announce that it's time for more book studies! This is your golden opportunity to dive into an enriching learning experience by registering for any or all of our fantastic book studies! Not only will you immerse yourself in valuable content, but by completing each book, you will also earn 20 hours of professional development credit! This credit is a fabulous asset for your professional growth, whether you're looking to fulfill CEUs, ADE recertification, or DHS licensure for speech and language professionals.

And the best part? It’s just $45 for each online book study! All you need to do is grab the book from any vendor, and once you register and pay, we'll send you everything you need to kickstart your journey. But don’t wait too long—registration closes on June 20th, and the book study kicks off on June 23rd! You have until September 12th, 2025, to complete the study, and your professional development credit will be issued once you finish.

Keep an eye out for an email after June 20th with all the details to get you started. This is your chance to elevate your skills and knowledge in the field of exceptional education, so seize this opportunity and join us on this incredible adventure!

Cost: $45 for each online book study. You are responsible for acquiring the book from any vendor. You must register and pay and then information on getting started will be sent to you.

Registration Ends: June 20th

Book Study Begins: June 23rd

Completed by: September 12th, 2025

**Professional development credit is issued after the book study is complete.

Watch for an email after June 20th with all of the information you need to get started with the book studies. You are responsible for purchasing or borrowing the book.

Book 1: Maslow Before Bloom: Basic Human Needs Before Academics

by Dr. Bryan Pearlman

MASLOW BEFORE BLOOM simply means that basic human needs need to be addressed before learning can occur. If a student is hungry, tired, or scared—give them food, a nap, or a hug. This does not require board approval or a bond issue. It seems so simple. It is simple. It is also very effective. MASLOW BEFORE BLOOM provides real life stories, current research, hands-on strategies, and a new problem solving approach that is easy to implement, effective, and can be completed in ten minutes. Together, we can change a student's life trajectory and maybe even save a life!

Book 2: Teaching Behavior: Managing Classrooms Through Effective

by Terrance M. Scott

Great teaching is the best classroom management strategy. This practical, research-based guide shifts the focus from rules to instruction—because when teaching is effective, behavior improves. Learn how to support every student (even the most challenging), reflect with self-assessments, and engage with video modules that bring each chapter to life. Perfect for any educator ready to rethink behavior through the lens of great teaching.

Book 3: The Craft of Clarity: Six Steps to Bridge Gaps, Foster Commitment, and Create Sustainable Alignment

by Casey Watts

CEC2025 keynote speaker Casey Watts moved the audience—and now her book is moving schools forward. If your team is stuck in a cycle of shifting programs, instructional priorities, or improvement plans without real results, this is the guide you need. The Craft of Clarity introduces a six-step framework to align teams, build trust, and create focused, collaborative momentum that actually sticks. Practical, research-based, and powerfully inspiring—this book turns quiet chaos into clear, confident progress.

Book 4: I Read It, but I Don't Get It

by Cris Tovani

Join us as we explore practical, easy-to-implement strategies to boost reading comprehension in grades 6–12. In this engaging and relatable book, veteran teacher Cris Tovani shares real classroom stories and tools that work for all learners—from fake readers to high-achievers.

What you’ll get:

Quick, adaptable strategies for any subject
Tips for struggling and advanced readers
Ready-to-use resources
Real solutions for real classroom challenges

Perfect for teachers who want to build stronger readers without sacrificing content. Let’s rethink reading—together!