Examines the life and times of the nineteenth-century Frenchman who developed the system of raised dots by which blind people read and write.

"During the school year, we often spend more time with our teachers than anyone else. But how much do we really know about the men and women behind report cards and recess? This title uses exciting photos and informative text to provide a comprehensive overview of the special people who help them learn" --

It's Poetry Month and Ms. Coco, who runs the gifted and talented program, is poetry crazy!

"Born in 551 BC, Confucius was a young man when he set his heart and mind on learning as much as he could. By his thirties, he'd become a brilliant teacher who shared his knowledge of several subjects, including arithmetic, history, and poetry, with his students. Confucius wanted to make sure that everyone in China had access to an education and devoted his whole life to learning and teaching so he could transform and improve society. His lessons--now...

A group of students visits Ms. Crawford's fourth grade class in order to learn what it is like to be a teacher.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces teachers to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

In this book, beginning readers are introduced to a variety of teachers and the tools they use to help their students learn.

Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about how teachers serve their community. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.

A simple look at different kind of teachers and the work that they do.

An Appalachian girl, Arizona Houston Hughes, grows up to become a teacher who influences generations of schoolchildren.