Who This Author Is

Dave Arch writes with practical clarity for educators and trainers, drawing all material from his 1999 book Tricks For Trainers. The book collects hands-on exercises, classroom games, and facilitation techniques designed to enliven sessions, sharpen learning, and help instructors adapt activities for different group sizes and objectives.

Arch’s approach favors simplicity and adaptability: concise instructions, clear learning outcomes, and variations to suit time limits or participant experience. Tricks For Trainers is presented as a workshop-ready toolkit—ready-to-use activities that prioritize engagement, pacing, and creating opportunities for reflection and skill practice.

Best Place To Start

Tricks For Trainers

John Wiley & Sons Inc • 1999 • quick commitment

It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.

Author At A Glance

Best known for: Practical dog-training techniques • Positive reinforcement tips • Games and tricks to build bonds

Genres and themes: Dog training • Positive reinforcement • Behavior shaping • Training games

Who this author is best for: For dog owners who want clear, hands-on exercises to teach tricks and improve everyday behavior.

Start with Tricks For Trainers to learn step-by-step trick progressions and simple training routines.

Top Books To Start With

  1. Tricks For Trainers

    John Wiley & Sons Inc • 1999 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 176 pages.

  2. Red Hot Handouts : Taking the HO HUM out of Handouts

    John Wiley & Sons Inc • 1999 • standard commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 192 pages.

  3. Showmanship for Presenters: 49 Proven Training Techniques from Professional

    John Wiley & Sons Inc • 1999 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 144 pages.

  4. All New Tricks for Trainers: 57 Tricks and Techniques to Grab and Hold the Attention of Any Audience...and Get Magical Results

    Human Resource Development Pr • 1999 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 1999 • 153 pages.

  5. Web-Based Interactive Learning Activities

    HRD Press • 2000 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2000 • 100 pages.

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