Zen and the Art of Public School Teaching

This book is based upon two assumptions. The first is that we teach who we are and the second is that ones philosophy of life is intimately tied to ones identity and that it is ones philosophical identity (conscious or otherwise) that ultimately dictates ones teaching style and also what distinguishes those who find joy and passion in the teaching profession from those who find drudgery and simply pick up a paycheck every two weeks. In his book Zen and the Art of Public School Teaching Mr. Perricone compellingly invites his reader to participate in an introspective journey that is designed to help the reader better know themselves and the professional path upon which they have embarked. This book is for those who are just beginning their careers in teaching for veteran teachers who are still very open to personal and professional growth and to those who are thinking about becoming teachers.