These inspiring books, from non-fiction to picture books, offer new perspectives that inspire teachers to improve and develop in the classroom. These books empower teachers, ranging from teaching methods based on research to uplifting stories that acknowledge teachers commitment and the impact they have on their students.
Teachers inspire their students each and every day, whether in the classroom or the play area. These inspirational books for teaching can help educators remember the reason they chose to pursue this noble profession.
This heartwarming children’s book is a great method of teaching children the importance of pluck and tenacity. When a girl breaks something beautiful, she’s taught to accept the failure and work through her emotions.
The book was conceived by AJ Juliani and John Spencer, a teacher who uses an approach called design-thinking to foster creativity. The book shows how students can benefit from a brainstorming process to think critically and solve problems even if they are unable to access resources or have limited time.
Erin Gruwell, an educator and writer, worked in the school of high-schools that was racked with racism and violence among teenagers. She was the first teacher who treated her students with dignity and respect. Her inspiring story illustrates the impact one teacher can make an impact on the lives of a student.