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The Startup Teacher Playbook is part professional growth guide, part collaborative workbook, and entirely a mindset shift. It’s your go-to tool for reimagining what’s possible in teaching and learning — and leading the change education needs now.

After years of hearing what teachers “should” fix — without any real “how” — Blanchet and Bakkegard decided to change the conversation. They created simple, practical tools to help educators think like startup entrepreneurs: curious, creative, and ready to test new ideas.

The result? A visual, interactive guidebook that helps you:

  • Do Good. Turn your ideas, inspiration, or challenges into impactful projects.

  • Take Charge. Unlock your inner creator and lead the change you want to see.

  • Stay Well. Learn steps to practice well-being and keep your joy in teaching.

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  • This book gave excellent ideas to train, empower and entice new teachers while supporting the needs and focus of seasoned teachers. I highly recommend.

    -Jennifer G., Teacher

  • A much-needed tool for the teaching profession.

    -Amazon Review

  • I love the design and functionality of The Startup Teacher Playbook. The authors give us -the teachers- solid insight and then space to create and innovate.

    -Brian D., Amazon Review

  • This is a fresh approach to professional development for educators. Gift it to your administrators, school board, fellow teachers, and anyone in the field of education.

    -Amazon Review

  • Blanchet and Bakkegard understand that students need to come first and [The Startup Teacher Playbook] puts students front and center.

    -Amazon Review

  • Sometimes teachers need a new set of eyes to help them get their vision back and I have found The Startup Teacher Playbook can do that...I would suggest this for anyone who wants to breathe new life in to what they are doing in the classroom.

    -HS Teacher & University Professor

  • Extremely useful “how-to” guide. Great workbook activities that are solution-based and thoughtfully designed. Highly recommended.

    -Rebecca, Amazon Review

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