What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedTeach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College
Doug Lemov · Book · 2010
If you loved Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College, start with To Sir, with Love (James Clavell, 1967) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College across media.
What hooked you in Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College was the transformative power of high-expectations mentorship.
Films on the same thread

To Sir, with Love
James Clavell · Film · 1967
Explores: Social Commentary, Education Reform, Cultural Understanding.
Just as Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College emphasizes teacher-student relationships, this film captures the profound impact of dedicated instruction on challenging pupils.

Stand and Deliver
Ramón Menéndez · Film · 1988
Explores: Overcoming Adversity, Teacher-Student Relationship, Social Mobility.
This story mirrors the core mission of Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College by demonstrating how high expectations can unlock student potential.

Limelight
Charlie Chaplin · Film · 1952
Explores: Redemption, Mentorship, Lost Glory.
While Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College focuses on classroom management, this narrative explores the equally vital role of mentorship and patient guidance.

Like Stars on Earth
Aamir Khan · Film · 2007
Explores: Learning Disabilities, Childhood, Empathy.
This film highlights the importance of empathy in education, echoing the student-centered philosophy found in Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College.
Series on the same thread

Great Teacher Onizuka
Series · 1999
Explores: Redemption, Underdog Story, Reformed Delinquent.
If you appreciated the unconventional methods in Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College, you will enjoy this look at hands-on classroom leadership.

Off Campus
Gina Fattore · Series · 2026
Explores: Fake Dating, Emotional Healing, Coming-of-age.
The focus on academic support and personal growth in this series aligns with the developmental goals emphasized throughout Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College.

Ted Lasso
Jason Sudeikis · Series · 2020
Explores: Optimism, Underdog Story, Cultural Clash.
Ted Lasso applies the same principles of optimism and clear communication found in Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College to lead his team.

Sesame Street
Lloyd Morrisett · Series · 1969
Explores: Early Childhood Education, Social Skills, Community.
This show shares the commitment to foundational learning and social development that makes Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College an essential educational resource.
Podcasts on the same thread

Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast
Life.Church · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Mentorship, Team Dynamics, Professional Growth.
Just as Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College provides practical coaching, this podcast offers actionable leadership lessons for those committed to professional growth.

THE ED MYLETT SHOW
Ed Mylett · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Peak performance, Growth mindset, Success habits.
This podcast explores the same high-performance mindset that drives the instructional excellence advocated in Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College.
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Common questions
Is Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College still in print?
No, the 2010 edition of Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College is currently out of print. Readers should refer to the updated Teach Like a Champion 2.0, which is available via the link provided on this product page.
Who is the intended audience for Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College?
Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College is designed for teachers, with a specific focus on those in their first few years of the profession. The book provides concrete and specific techniques to help them develop their skills in the classroom.
What kind of content can I expect in Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College?
Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College contains 49 specific, concrete, and easy-to-implement teaching techniques. These methods are designed to help educators become champions in the classroom and put their students on a successful path to college.
Where can I find the current version of Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College?
Since the 2010 edition of Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College is out of print, you should look for the link to Teach Like a Champion 2.0 provided on this page to access the updated version of the material.