C. J. Reynolds - Teach Your Class Off: The Real Rap Guide to Teaching

Real, raw, and unapologetic, Teach Your Class Off is a wonderful reminder that true teaching is in the little things we do, every day, to connect with and transform the lives of our students

Alex Kajitani, Speaker, author, and California Teacher of the Year

I know a lot of educatorslike tens of thousands of themand CJ is in my top five most favorite. Why? Because he cares about kidsall of his kidsand does whatever it takes to make them feel special, give them access to the curriculum, and help put a smile on their face. He shows up every single day with that mission in mind. Teach Your Class Off is like no other book youve ever read, and I guarantee youre going to learn new strategies, laugh, and probably even cry at some of the storiesbut youre going to be a better teacher because of it. Ten thumbs up!

Adam Welcome, Educator, author, speaker, consultant

There are two types of teachers: those who simply transmit information and those who facilitate transformation. CJ Reynolds is the latter. He understands the importance of reaching the mind through the heart. This book is a must-have for anyone who wants to do the same.

Dr. Dharius Daniels, Author of Relational Intelligence, lead pastor, Change Church

The public school landscape is an obstacle course with a growing population of teachers who face naive optimism, savior complexes, or burnt-out disconnection. Reynolds shares a very honest and insightful depiction of his journey to the core of what all students and teachers can achieve despite the roadblocks. Centering relationships, communication, and joy, he has created somewhat of an unmodel for meeting a universal set of needs in the classroom and beyond.

Aja Graydon Dantzler, Recording artist (Kindred the Family Soul), writer, and parent

Reynolds exudes teacher-of-the-year qualities on every page and through every story. This book is an essential introduction for any teacher looking to connect with their students through transformational relationships.

Kayse Morris, The CEO Teacher

CJ Reynolds is an educator who has his finger on the pulse of pop culture, pedagogy, and the changing demands of the much-needed teacher workforce. In Teach Your Class Off, Reynolds goes through practical, pertinent advice for educators... especially young educators who want to create passionate, mission-driven students.

Don Wettrick, StartEdUp founder, podcast host

In a time where education is overcomplicated and underfunded, teaching is overscripted and underinspired, and learning is overassessed and underFUNded, this book will leave you with a thousand kinds of awesome! CJ gives student centered fresh meaning, reminding us all that we can inspire and influence students to be kindness warriors, and that even teachers with district-mandated scripts and little autonomy over the curriculum can create magic and meaningful memories for our students every single day!

Jen Jones, K-12 literacy specialist, CEO of Hello Literacy, Inc., author of Get Your Lit Together

CJ Reynolds is a gifted storyteller. His stories entertain, inspire, and lead to serious reflection on what teachers can do to up their game and ultimately their students experiences. CJ has dedicated years of his life to giving back to education and educators via speaking engagements, his inspirational YouTube channel, and social media. We finally have his wisdom, tools, and passion wrapped up in a book.

Tal Thompson, Teacher, family man, speaker, consultant

Teach Your Class Off is spoken truth meets slam poetry meets education! Just like Reynolds, this book is real, authentic, and relevant. Reynolds doesnt try to be anything other than himself, and he helps us look at our students and classrooms a little bit differently. Whether youre searching for inspiration or motivation, this simple, uncomplicated, yet beautifully written book is for you. I couldnt put it down!

Hamish Brewer, Author of Relentless