Teaching Hope: Stories from the Freedom Writer Teachers and Erin Gruwell
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Incredible stories of struggle, redemption, and the power of education from the teachers taught by Erin Gruwell and the #1 New York Times bestselling authors of The Freedom Writers Diary Don’t miss the public television documentary Freedom Writers: Stories from the Heart “These are the most influential professionals most of us will ever meet. The effects of their work will last forever.”—From the foreword by Anna Quindlen Now documented in a bestselling book, feature film, and public television documentary, the Freedom Writers phenomenon came about in 1994, when Erin Gruwell stepped into Room 203 and began her first teaching job out of college. Long Beach, California, was still reeling from the deadly violence that erupted during the Rodney King riots, and the kids in Erin’s classroom reflected the anger, resentment, and hopelessness of their community. Undaunted, Erin fostered an educational philosophy that valued and promoted diversity, tolerance, and communication, and in the process, she transformed her students’ lives, as well as her own. Erin Gruwell and the Freedom Writers went on to establish the Freedom Writers Foundation to replicate the success of Room 203 and provide all students with hope and opportunities to realize their academic potential. Since then, the foundation has trained more than 800 teachers around the world. Teaching Hope unites the voices of these Freedom Writer Teachers, who share uplifting, devastating, and poignant stories from their classrooms, stories that provide insight into the struggles and triumphs of education in all of its forms. Mirroring an academic year, these dispatches from the front lines of education take us from the anticipation of the first day to the disillusionment, challenges, and triumphs of the school year. These are the voices of teachers who persevere in the face of intolerance, rigid administration, and countless other challenges, and continue to reach out and teach those who are deemed unteachable. Their stories inspire everyone to make a difference in the world around them.
| Dimensions | 5.16 x 0.83 x 7.99 inches |
| Edition | Original |
| Isbn 10 | 0767931726 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-0767931724 |
| Item Weight | 11.4 ounces |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 384 pages |
| Publication Date | August 18, 2009 |
| Publisher | Crown |
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Raising American Education from 37th to top ten...
Teaching Hope: Stories from the Freedom Writer Teachers and Erin Gruwell Hope must be taught before there is a chance of learning subject matter. When students feel self-defeated, are hopeless, learning can't occur. Anything written by Erin Gruwell and her Freedom Writers is must reading for students, parents, all teachers, and anyone who works with or knows kids. Gruwell is easy reading but her messages can bring American education from the current thirty-seventh to the upper quarter of education in the developed countries.Side helpings of The Freedom Writers Diary and the video, The Freedom Writers, will serve complete meal of improved American education. I, actually, sleep with The Freedom Writers Diary and Teaching Hope next to my bed.Erin Gruwell and her freedom writers write with pathos and humor. She is my hero. Learn about the Freedom Writers Foundation at [...]
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Teaching Hope
This is another great book to encourage teachers to listen to their students. Erin Gruwell understands the needs of her students, and gives us inspiration to follow her lead. I have shown the Freedom Writers DVD to my senior early childhood education majors to hopefully enlighten their calling to serve the children of today to become leaders of tomorrow. In Teaching Hope, we have read excerpts in class to think about how the little things we do with and for our students makes a difference in how they perceive themselves as responsible citizens in a democratic society. Using teachers' stories with preservice teachers helps them to foresee the future, and to help them establish sound relationships with students, colleagues, and families. This book addresses the teachers' need to feel confident in working through challenging situations.
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A Must Read for Teachers
While reading this book, I have laughed, I have wept, I have remembered students long forgotten, I have relived battles with administrators who had no clue that a kid was troubled. I have remembered the resignations letter I wrote "bitching" about the tracking of minority kids in the lowest classes when they were much more capable. I have thought of Dr. Doug Ball and his inspiration for me to lean more about autism. Thanks, Doug, for telling me about this wonderful book. Wish I had the money to send each member of Congress a copy.
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Inspiring Book for Teachers
After having the opportunity to meet Erin Gruwell and listening to her speak, I felt more inspired to read her books. After reading her books, I felt inspired to teach. I bought this book for fellow teacher who worked with inner city kids to stay in school and graduate! I would recommend this book to any teacher looking for a little inspiration!
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Four Stars
Loved it!
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"Teaching Hope"
|"Teaching Hope" is a collection of real life stories about teachers, educators and community leaders. Many of these individuals have overcome hardships in order to be where they are today. This book can be used as part of curricula for a number of topics. This book helps to relate the importance of developing correct character and building lifelong relationships.
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LOVE IT
This book is exactly what I needed. I am going into the school counseling field and every time I am feeling burned out I turn into this book and feel motivated all over again. I really love this book.
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It is a collection of small stories from various teachers ...
It is a collection of small stories from various teachers. Some stories I can relate to others I didn't care for.
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An AMAZING Book
Inspiring... must be read by all teachers!! Once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down! Another triumph for Gruwell!
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Fantastic item - Thank you
A great read
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Not pristine condition
Not the best condition- I thought I ordered this new but must have ordered a used copy. Wish I could see somewhere if I did…
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