Imagine my surprise when I received a call from a former student's parent telling me she had written an essay in this book about me. There is no greater joy in a teacher's life than to know that they made a difference in another life. Thank you Sharyn and Drew for the tribute to my life's work.

Synopsis

"The dream begins with a teacher who believes in you . . ." ~Dan Rather

Great teachers are the unsung heroes of our lives. More than mere educators, they don't just dictate facts and check spelling, they transform lives. In My Teacher Is My Hero, you'll meet more than fifty unforgettable teachers who go the extra mile so their students can go the extra mile as well-making an impact that lasts long after the classroom. From hard lessons learned on the playground to enlightening discussions in a professor's office, these are the tales of those lucky enough to learn from the best. In this moving collection, we celebrate the teachers who go above and beyond, enlightening not only our minds but our hearts, as well.

Biography

Susan Reynolds has been a professional writer, editor, and author for more than twenty-five years. She is the author of Change Your Shoes, Change Your Life; Everything Personal Finance for Single Mothers; and The Everything Enneagram Book. She credits her successful progression through life and art to several teachers who said the right words at the right time and vastly influenced her life in ways they have yet to know . . . until now.