Mary Bigler's Lessons Learned: Teaching and Speaking by May Bigler

by Mary Bigler

Mary Bigler's Lessons Learned is a compelling examination of what Mary has learned as a student, teacher and speaker. Her amusing, insightful and inspiring stories gleaned from a lifetime in the classroom and on the speaking circuit are addressed to all teachers everywhere. She will charm you with her humor, optimism and thoughtfulness. With wit, warmth and wisdom, she explores both the joys and the tribulations of teaching and celebrates renowned educators as well as the unsung heroes who teach next door to us or down the hall. She magically weaves her experiences, philosophy, observations, values and enthusiasm in such a way as to light up your eyes, tickle your funny bone, touch your heart and elevate your soul. It is a privilege to read the riveting lessons that this extraordinary educator has learned. It should be required reading for every teacher, administrator, and parent -- for anyone who cares about raising and educating young people. Whether you -learning, teaching or speaking -teacher, administrator or parent -novice or veteran Mary Bigler's Lessons Learned *Put a twinkle in your eye, a smile on your lips and a glow in your heart *Empower you to make learning fun and exciting *Give you parenting and teaching treasures *Help you to get your students to believe in themselves *Connect you to talented, caring educators *Add adventure to your classroom *Inspire you to do your best each and every day Don't miss this opportunity to experience the best of Mary's stories while she lightens your load, brightens your life, and re-kindles your passion for the wonderful and vital career that you have chosen.

239 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Jenn Kroll · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mary Bigler is a former K-12 teacher(univeristy professor)and is a Language Arts guru of Education.She speaks at many insevices and teachers educators workshops in MI. She is a fabulous story teller and these stories will inspire you, make you cry and crack up....even if you are not in education. A collection of short stories that are a quick heart warming read!

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quick and easy read with stories that will make you laugh and inspire you to continue to be a caring and valuable teacher.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short but inspirational read. Especially good for teachers that could use some encouragement. If you ever get a chance to hear her speak, go! She is a marvelous motivational speaker.

[Allie Danielson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very cute look back at a lifetime of teaching.