Words of Wisdom Educational Consulting
Teaching for Academic Success by Targeting Vocabulary Instruction- Aimed at Content Vocab
A history of the Association of American Educators a dynamic association of professional educators. The book covers not only their history but also current issues in educational reform.
Second Edition, 2023 version is now available!!! Hardcover only.
Historical Fiction
What if trees grew upside down? What if dogs meowed and cats bark? Learn about the world around you in this whimsical yet educational children's book by Keith Pruitt
The Women of Country Music
Learn about the exciting careers of these 22 women who are members of the Country Music Hall of Fame from Country's First Queen, to the Queen of Comedy. Perfect gift for the country music fan or for those aspiring to follow in their footsteps.
A careful examination of the Warren Commission and the Kennedy Assassination
Books for Vocabulary Instruction
Land of the Free
Home of the Nationalist:
The Rise of Christian Nationalism
Keith and Rebekka Pruitt look at the construct that the United States was created as a Christian Nation. The work includes information about the religion of the founding fathers and the concept of religious freedom.
Hello! Series on American Cities
Speaks to the Spirit of Jubilee found in Christ by Max Ray and Bill Van Dyke
Keith Pruitt looks at some of the animals he has photographed through the years and their importance to the health of the animal kingdom. Some 50 beautiful animals with information.
Kindle Version available from Amazon
Schema Card Books for Vocabulary Instruction
December, 1922, the first person was buried in Lampley Cemetery in what is now Fairview, Tennessee. In the 100 years since, more than 500 others have been entered there including 4 generations of the author's family. Here os the history of how this cemetery came to be.
I Was A Stranger and You Took Me In: Immigration in America
Keith Pruitt's hard-hitting book on Immigration in America and the anti-Christian views of right-wing extremists.
Max Ray's excellent analysis of Biblical authority.
Details the history of this prominent immigrant family in America. Written by Joan Warren and Sharon Collier
Hail to the Chief Series
Pruitt's First Book, 3rd Edition. A 101 guide to literacy instruction
Begins with the narrative of my early struggles and then takes principles learned from research and provides 10 guidelines for helping struggling students become successful. Based on workshop at AMLE conference.
Travel guides to some great American cities. The Washington, DC book is an expanded 2nd edition.
A Biblical Search for Answers to Tough Questions
Words Hikes With Little Tykes explains the method of teaching vocabulary to little children and why it is important. A must have manual for any primary teacher.
Many of our books are available in Kindle and Audible format. Check the Amazon site for more information and to purchase.
The History of American Political Parties
A look at the History of political parties in the United States. How did they start? How many have there been? What have they stood for? How did the two prominent modern parties evolve to where they are today?
Sharpshooter: The Life and Times of Tilman Manus
Tilman was my grandmother's cousin. He lived to be just shy of 106 years old. And he had an amazing life which included hearing a Lincoln-Douglas Debate, fighting for the Union at Vicksburg under US Grant, and helping build the railroad lines. His story is an American classic.
Keith Pruitt's first children's book. This non-fiction primary grades work asks children to point to various objects in these original photographs from nature.
Written by Keith and Rebekka Pruitt, If These Stones Could Talk shares the biographies of 249 famous people from many facets of American Life and their final resting places. Over 500 pictures and lots of history. Taken from over 21 different states.
About Us
Words of Wisdom was created in 2008 in order to promote WOW in the classroom. Through the years, WOW has provided thousands of teachers proven strategies for helping students in writing, reading, vocabulary instruction, fluency, special needs populations such as English Language Learners and many other aspects of education. Whether it is PreK or Adult Education, Pruitt's vast experiences have uniquely prepared him to be of service to teachers around the nation.
Keith Pruitt has become a popular speaker at conferences and in trainings for teachers. And we believe you will find the pricing to be competitive at just $1000/day, WOW doesn't propose to break the bank.
For a listing of all the different topics Pruitt can address, check out his power points at http://www.slideshare.net/rkpruitt1 Presentations can be tailored to your needs in your district.
Words of Wisdom has also published 55 books (50 written by Keith Pruitt some with his daughter Rebekka) Here are a listing of them. You may purchase any of our books directly through Words of Wisdom or from Amazon.com. Check out the author page at http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00BIRS0FQ Our latest projects include The Women of Country Music, Jimmy Carter, Lyndon Baines Johnson, and I Was a Stranger and You Took Me In: Immigration in American.
Lee Harvey Oswald On Trial: A Novel
What If? What if there had been a trial? Was he just a patsy or did he kill the President? What is the evidence? "A Grishamesque read."
Teacher Guides with Lessons for Teaching Vocabulary from Read Alouds Kinder, 1st, 2nd
How can I get my students to start writing. Filled with a sure fire way to excite your students.
All books may be ordered directly from Words of Wisdom. Or they may be purchased through Amazon or other online retailers.