She made learning so much fun and made all of us feel like we could
do anything we wanted to do. The positive seeds she planted in my head are still
growing!
Then there was Fred Culp, my history teacher in high school. To
this day, he is still the funniest person I've ever met. In addition to loving
his history class, he taught me that a sense of humor, especially laughing at
yourself, can be one of life's greatest blessings.
So, if you're a
teacher or if, like me, your life was greatly influenced by a teacher, you're
going to love this book! The inspirational stories, the photographs, the quotes
and Paula Fox's original poems will find a special place in your
heart.
The new school year is fast approaching! Welcome
your teachers back with these thoughtful, inspiring words.
The book
begins with a beautiful poem by the author, Paula Fox, called Heart of a
Teacher. Enjoy! |
An excerpt from Heart
of a Teacher by Paula Fox |
The child arrives like a mystery box... with puzzle pieces
inside some of the pieces are broken or missing... and others just seem to
hide
But the HEART of a teacher can sort them out... and help the
child to see the potential for greatness he has within... a picture of
what he can be
Her goal isn't just to teach knowledge... by filling
the box with more parts it's putting the pieces together... to create a
work of art
The process is painfully slow at times... some need more
help than others each child is a work in progress... with assorted shapes
and colors
First she creates a classroom... where the child can feel
safe in school where he never feels threatened or afraid to try... and
kindness is always the rule
She knows that a child can achieve much
more when he feels secure inside
when he's valued and loved... and
believes in himself... and he has a sense of pride
She models and
teaches good character... and respect for one another how to focus on
strengths...not weaknesses... and how to encourage each other
She
gives the child the freedom he needs... to make choices on his own so he
learns to become more responsible... and is able to stand alone
He's
taught to be strong and think for himself as his soul and spirit heal and
the puzzle that's taking shape inside... has a much more positive feel
The child discovers the joy that comes from learning something
new... and his vision grows as he begins to see all the things that he
can do
A picture is formed as more pieces fit... an image of the
child within with greater strength and confidence... and a belief that he
can win!
All because a hero was there... in the HEART of a teacher
who cared enabling the child to become much more... than he ever
imagined...or dared
A teacher with a HEART for her children... knows
what teaching is all about she may not have all the answers... but on
this...she has no doubt
When asked which subjects she loved to
teach, she answered this way and smiled... "It's not the subjects that
matter... It's all about teaching the CHILD"
© Paula Fox 2008
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This book is full of inspiring
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