The Bookshelf – Homegrown Education Research & Evaluation

Educator-Recommended Reads for Data-Informed Practice

The Bookshelf is a curated collection of educator-recommended books focused on data use, research, and practical decision-making in schools.

Each selection is handpicked with classroom educators and school leaders in mind—books that are approachable and ready to support your practice.

FEATURED BOOK

The K–12 Educator’s Data Guidebook

Author: Ryan A. Estrellado

Why We Chose It

This book is written by educators, for educators. It offers clear, thoughtful strategies for using data in meaningful and human-centered ways, with real-world examples from schools.

What You'll Find Inside:

  • Guidance on building school-based data teams

  • Support for addressing data overwhelm

  • Practical insights into everyday data use

  • Encouragement to start from where you are

Coming Soon to the Bookshelf

Street Data by Shane Safir and Jamila Dugan