Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Table of Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Section 1: Be Demanding -- Articulate and Maintain High Expectations for Learning -- Item 1: I use standards to guide every learning opportunity -- Item 2: I ensure students set personal learning objectives for each lesson -- Item 3: I peel back the curtain and make my performance expectations clear -- Item 4: I measure understanding against high expectations -- Section 2: Be Supportive -- Provide a Nurturing Learning Environment -- Item 5: I engage student interest with every lesson -- Item 6: I interact meanig fully with every student -- Item 7: I use feedback to encourage effort -- Item 8: I create an oasis of safety and respect in my classroom -- Section 3: Be Intentional -- Know Why You're Doing What You're Doing -- Item 9: I make the most of every minute -- Item 10: I help students develop deep knowledge -- Item 11: I coach students to mastery -- Item 12: I help students do something with their learning -- Conclusion -- Appendix: Twelve Things to Do Every Day: What They Look Like and Why They're Important -- References -- Index -- About the Authors -- Related ASCD Resources.