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Children's Literature
Dedicated to teachers of America, this book is a collection of poems to honor the work of these devoted professionals. One poem is in the voice of an adult who remembers his second grade teacher and leaves a warm-hearted message on her answering machine. Another voice of a teacher emotes trepidation as she stands on the threshold of her kindergarten classroom. Many poems tell of the children: the slow learner, the behavior problem child who is never absent, the youngster who has conquered reading, or the special child who is gone. Teachers will surely recognize similarities in their own students and staff members. Some poems will tickle the funny bone, while others will pull at heartstrings. Beautifully executed pencil drawings skillfully convey the messages. Body language and facial expressions hit their mark. The collection deserves a spot in staff lounges everywhere, reminding teachers just why they do the important work they do! 2001(orig. 1999), Maupin House,— Laura Hummel
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