Extraordinary Teachers: Stories from Everyday Heroes - Hardcover

by Dan Shutes (Foreword by), Editors of Rock Point (Author)

Spotlighting the teachers who see us, hear us, teach us, and are creating more extraordinary people day by day.

A celebration of all that teachers have to offer, the stories in Extraordinary Teachers convey vast accomplishments, a passion for education, and the ways in which talented teachers impact lives far beyond the classroom. Take this as an inspirational reminder of everything teachers do for their students, including snippets of public figures who have shaped the educational system today. With a wide range of elementary, middle, and high school teachers across a variety of subjects, this book showcases the innovation, determination, and compassion that is an essential part of being an educator.

Extraordinary Teachers features profiles and stories about influential teachers, leaders, and thought mentors all across America, including how they:

• Motivate students to keep reaching for their goals when others tell them they can't
• Educate with the belief that each student is different and there is no one-size-fits-all method
• Connect through music, art, and technology for hands-on, experiential learning
• Support from within the classroom whether as a group or one-on-one
• And more!

Celebrate the devotion and hard work of diverse educators and how their stories continue to impact readers and students across the globe. No matter who you are or your educational background, be uplifted by the people running our classrooms today. And always remember to thank your teachers for the work they do for you.

Perfect for Back to School, National Teachers' Day, Teacher Appreciation Week, the last day of school, or graduation, this collection of stories and quotes is the ultimate gift for teachers and students alike.

Author Biography

Dan Shutes is a fifth grade elementary school teacher and baseball coach at Paw Paw Elementary School in Paw Paw, Michigan. He has amassed millions of followers on TikTok posting videos about everyday classroom issues with humor and grace. In addition, his perspective on important classroom topics such as required homework, classroom management, and the academic pressures students face has caught the attention of the media, and of his colleagues across the country.

Rock Point publishes creative products, including gift books, kits, and calendars. Whether it's learning simple ways to live an eco-friendly lifestyle, manifesting your intentions with a darling deck of kawaii tarot cards, or finding calm in a beautiful journal, Rock Point delivers content in an inspired and innovative way through a range of formats with broad appeal.