Thank You Teacher

A gift of gratitude for those who do one of the hardest jobs in the world and impact our lives in ways that are forever being revealed: educators. As artist and writer Sandy Gingras so aptly points out in the introduction to her book Thank You, a life lived well is perhaps the highest form of thanks a person can give to teachers as a way of repaying them for their attention and effort. A simple thank-you is also nice. Thank You is Gingras’s own delightful way of conveying this sentiment. This charming keepsake book features her soft, sweet watercolor artwork and thoughtful original text celebrating teachers and all they do for us. Always striking the right tone of gratitude without being overly sentimental, Thank You is a wonderful way to show appreciation to teachers for their enduring gifts to us both great and small.

Deeply felt testimonials from children and their parents reveal the talents of the remarkable teachers recommended for Disney's American Teacher Awards.

Let Mary Zaia's Thank You For Teaching express your gratitude for the mentors in your life. “A good education can change anyone. A good teacher can change everything.” The support of a teacher is everything. They guide us when the road is rocky, they build confidence when we need it most, and they show us strengths we didn’t know we had. It’s their tireless devotion that helps us succeed. Thank You for Teaching celebrates the remarkable people who shape us as we learn and grow, and who point us toward our brightest future. -Show appreciation for the everyday miracles of teachers everywhere -Encourage these everyday heroes with uplifting words for difficult days -Let your favorite teachers know what a difference they make in your life

Each and every day teachers show up in their classrooms with a relentless sense of optimism. Despite the complicated challenges of schools, they come to and remain in the profession inspired by a conviction that through education they can move individuals and society to a more promising future. In Teaching with Heart: Poetry that Speaks to the Courage to Teach a diverse group of ninety teachers describe the complex of emotions and experiences of the teaching life – joy, outrage, heartbreak, hope, commitment and dedication. Each heartfelt commentary is paired with a cherished poem selected by the teacher. The contributors represent a broad array of educators: K-12 teachers, principals, superintendents, college professors, as well as many non-traditional teachers. They range from first year teachers to mid-career veterans to those who have retired after decades in the classroom. They come from inner-city, suburban, charter and private schools. The teachers identified an eclectic collection of poems and poets from Emily Dickinson, to Richard Wright, to Mary Oliver to the rapper Tupac Shakur. It is a book by teachers and for all who teach. The book also includes a poignant Foreword by Parker J. Palmer (The Courage to Teach), a stirring Introduction by Taylor Mali (What Teachers Make), and a moving Afterword by Sarah Brown Wessling (Teaching Channel). Where Teaching with Fire honored and celebrated the work of teachers; Teaching with Heart salutes the tenacious and relentless optimism of teachers and their belief that despite the many challenges and obstacles of the teaching life, much is possible.

“Crunch crunch crunch. Teeth are strong and sharp. Crunch crunch crunch. Teeth can help you chew. But teeth are not for biting. Ouch! Biting hurts.” Sooner or later, almost all young children will bite someone—a friend, a parent, a sibling. This upbeat, colorful, virtually indestructible book helps prevent biting and teaches positive alternatives. The companion to our best-selling Hands Are Not for Hitting Board Book, Teeth Are Not for Biting gives reasons why children might want to bite. Little mouths feel sore when new teeth come in; sometimes kids bite when they’re hungry, tired, cranky, frustrated, angry, bored, distressed, or seeking attention. Author Elizabeth Verdick suggests positive things children can do instead of biting: chew a chewy toy, drink a cold drink, get a hug, tell a grown-up. This book also includes helpful tips for parents and caregivers.

Sincerity and heartfelt thanks come alive in this elegant tribute to the people who make a difference in our lives.

What do rock stars, Nobel laureates, bestselling novelists, astronauts, and attorneys have in common? A teacher changed their lives. Like them, most of us can name a teacher who gave us not only good instruction but also confidence and drive. But, in the face of teachers being blamed for a variety of social and economic woes, teachers themselves can easily wonder whether they are making a difference in students’ lives. When veteran teacher Bruce Holbert asked himself this question, his wife, Holly, responded by sending letters to hundreds of people she had never met and had no reason to believe would respond, asking about teachers who mattered to them. She was overwhelmed by answers. Thank You, Teacher presents more than eighty of these up-close-and-personal stories. By a delightfully diverse range of contributors, these essays are wise and witty testaments to the teachers who do what they do every day without expecting recognition, but who so richly deserve it.

This personalized record book will make a great gift from your child to a special teacher.

When Oliver, a savvy second-grader, learns about the president's job he decides that his teacher would make a perfect commander-in-chief.

THE PERFECT END OF THE YEAR GIFT FOR ANY TEACHER! This book is the perfect gift to give a special teacher at the end of the school year because it is written by your son or daughter. Each page allows the student to fill in situations, pictures and the great things they remember about being in a teacher's classroom. Example pages: Your special talent is definitely... My favorite joke you tell is... You really made me feel special when... Here is a map of our classroom (in case you get lost!)... This book will be an extra special gift that your child can give their teacher because it will be written by them. It will bring back many memories to their teacher as they look back on it many years later. Book has a 6" x 9" cover - The perfect size for a bookshelf, desk and for holding. Printing on one side of the page allows for markers and pens and crayons. a glossy print to withstand fingerprints, smudges and small spills. Give that special teacher a special fill-in-the-blank end of the school year gift this year that they will always treasure and remember!