Overwhelming demands are accepted as a rite of passage for teachers, but are leading to high rates of burn-out. What if we no longer have to accept the idea that the first few years of teaching are all about survival, about keeping your head afloat? What if instead, we could GO BEYOND SURVIVAL? This book offers a thoughtful look at the ideas, expectations, and situations that face a beginning teacher. Through stories of ups and downs and lessons learned, you will come away from reading this book a stronger educator, with deep roots that will allow you to thrive and not merely survive your first few years and beyond!