Jumia Books Teach Like Finland: 33 Simple Strategies for Joyful Classrooms by Timothy D. Walker Foreword by Pasi Sahlberg

Teach Like Finland: 33 Simple Strategies for Joyful Classrooms by Timothy D. Walker is a refreshing and practical guide for educators seeking to transform their teaching environments into spaces of joy, balance, and deep learning. Drawing from his firsthand experience teaching in Finland—a country renowned for its world-class education system—Walker distills the essence of Finnish pedagogy into 33 actionable strategies that can be applied in classrooms around the world.

This book is not just about improving test scores or classroom management; it’s about cultivating a culture of well-being, creativity, and respect. Walker explores how Finnish educators prioritize student happiness, teacher autonomy, and holistic development, and how these values lead to better educational outcomes.

Key highlights include:

Creating calm and focused learning environments through simple routines and thoughtful design.

Building trust and autonomy by giving students more responsibility and voice in their learning.

Integrating breaks and movement to boost energy, attention, and emotional regulation.

Fostering collaboration among teachers and students to build community and shared purpose.

Balancing academic rigor with joy to ensure that learning remains meaningful and sustainable.

With a foreword by Pasi Sahlberg, author of Finnish Lessons 2.0, this book bridges the gap between theory and practice. Walker’s writing is warm, insightful, and grounded in real classroom experiences. Each strategy is accompanied by practical tips, personal anecdotes, and reflections that make the book both inspiring and immediately useful.

Whether you're a new teacher, a seasoned educator, or a school leader, Teach Like Finland offers a compelling vision of what joyful education can look like—and how to make it a reality in your own context.