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Book Description
"Teachers must be celebrated for moving civilization from ignorance to enlightenment, from apathy to responsibility."Sharon M. Draper, Ohio National Teacher of the Year, from the book

Teacher of the Year is an appealing and inspiring collection of quotes from award-winning teachers across the country. Striking the perfect balance among profound, philosophical, and lighthearted, the 365 quotes featured here will encourage and enlighten educators of all levels of experience. Thoughtful and endearing, this charming book is a natural gift for any teacher.

From the Back Cover
A celebration of the educators who teach our children and shape our future

After interviewing National Teacher of the Year Philip Bigler, David Letterman turned to band director Paul Shaffer and said, "Wouldn't it be nice to know that when you went to work every day, you were making a tangible difference in the future of the world?"

United by the desire to help people learn, achieve, and get the best possible start in life, teachers play a crucial role in our society--and not one day should go by without acknowledging these selfless educators. Teacher of the Year honors our nation's true heroes by collecting 365 inspiring quotes from award-winning teachers across the country. This rousing compilation showcases the wit and wisdom of America's top teachers from all fifty states and the District of Columbia, including twenty-one who have earned the title National Teacher of the Year.

Ranging from philanthropic ("I see teaching as a service to humanity, basically. It's always been important for me to put back what I take out.") to humble ("I work in a profession that I feel has been truly blessed. What other profession offers a person an opportunity to touch so many lives?") to pragmatic ("This isn't a job for me. This is life.") to profound ("Without teachers, there would be no other profession.") to downright hysterical ("I feel like Julia Roberts without the money and the dress!") Teacher of the Year is a heartening read for educators of all levels of experience and an inspiration to anyone contemplating a career in this revered profession.

Frank Sennett is an award-winning journalist. His work has appeared in numerous publications including Premier, Maxim, Woman's World, and Sports Illustrated for Kids. He is also the author of Chicago's Best Kept Secrets, London's Best Kept Secrets, and It Takes Two.

"The world will tell you to play it safe, but I say play it all. The world will tell you to make money. I implore you to make friends and to make a difference."
--Christa M. Compton, South Carolina Teacher of the Year

"Don't wish for a unilateral answer to our educational dilemmas. There will never be a single solution that will be a perfect fit for our diverse society. Instead, we should work toward partnerships of families, communities, and educators who enjoy the process of problem solving."
--Elaine Griffin, National Teacher of the Year

"Teachers must be celebrated for moving civilization from ignorance to enlightenment, from apathy to responsibility."
--Sharon M. Draper, National Teacher of the Year

"Teaching is brain surgery without breaking the skin. It should not be entered into lightly nor performed by amateurs."
--Daniel Walker, Alaska Teacher of the Year

Inside This Book (learn more)

First Sentence:
Teaching is a calling, not a career move. Read the first page

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Teacher of the Year :400 Quotes of Insight, Inspiration, and Motivation from America's Greatest Teachers (Hardcover)

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