The first book written specifically for the gifted and talented community.
Drawn from Andrew's own classroom — where the AP class average climbed from 1.9 to 4.45 with a 100% pass rate — All 4s and 5s lays out the strategies that make AP and IB programs work. It moves past the tips-and-tricks of test prep and gets at what students actually need: real support, real expectations, and a culture where they're trusted to rise.
The book is the most-used book study in the gifted and talented community. Schools have adapted it into keynotes, faculty PD days, and full multi-year district trainings. Many use it to onboard new AP teachers and to reset what's possible for their students.
25 classroom strategies. 25 program strategies.
Culture & mindset
Why "us against the test" outperforms "us against each other," and how to install the mindset before the school year starts.
Rigor & rituals
Practical, repeatable classroom rituals that build the discipline AP demands without crushing the joy.
Program leadership
Master scheduling, teacher recruitment, equitable enrollment, and the institutional moves that compound over years.
What educators are saying.
This is the AP book I have been waiting for. From the first chapter to the end, it is full of practical, applicable, and creative strategies.Edwina HensleeDirector, College Board
Sharos takes us behind the curtain of the Advanced Placement exam and lays out impactful strategies to maximize scores and learning. This book is filled with hope.Dr. Robert DillonDirector of Innovation, University City School District
I appreciate the emphasis on relationships throughout the book. It always comes back to the kids and their experiences.Dr. Tony SinanisAward-winning principal & author of Hacking Leadership
Straight from the shoulder, devoid of annoying academic jargon, searingly honest about failures and successes. This is a good book. Heed its common-sense advice.Steven M. AvellaHistory professor, Marquette University
Starting a book study?
Bulk orders of 10 or more copies are $15 each (vs. $25 retail). Wendy will walk you through pricing and shipping.
Running it as a study?
Andrew adapts All 4s and 5s into keynotes and full-faculty PD days, and a lot of schools find the book lands harder when the author can join the conversation. Worth a chat if it's on the table.
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