A Letter to My Teacher

Written by Deborah Hopkinson · Illustrated by Nancy Carpenter

A teacher's understanding transforms a struggling student into a future educator.

6.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.4/5 Goodreads · 844 ratings

40 pages· 1,024 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· AD620L

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Bookroo's summary

A spirited girl, more inclined to run than read, meets a teacher who sees beyond her antics. Through patience and insight, the teacher uncovers the girl's hidden struggle with reading. This touching story unfolds as a heartfelt letter, revealing how one teacher's influence can change a life. Years later, the once-challenging student becomes a teacher herself, inspired by the very guidance she received. Discover the power of empathy and the lasting impact of a dedicated teacher in this moving tale.

From the publisher

This funny, touching picture book—the perfect gift for a child to give to their own teacher—celebrates the difference a good teacher can make. Written as a thank-you note to a special teacher from the student who never forgot her, this moving story makes a great read-aloud and a perfect gift for Teacher Appreciation Day or Graduation!

Dear Teacher, Whenever I had something to tell you, I tugged on your shirt and whispered in your ear. This time I’m writing a letter. So begins this heartfelt picture book about a girl who prefers running and jumping to listening and learning–and the teacher who gently inspires her. From stomping through creeks on a field trip to pretending to choke when called upon to read aloud, this book’s young heroine would be a challenge to any teacher. But this teacher isn’t just any teacher. By listening carefully and knowing just the right thing to say, she quickly learns that the girl’s unruly behavior is due to her struggles with reading. And at the very end, we learn what this former student is now: a teacher herself.

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