A Teacher's Storybook - Golarz, Raymond J.
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This is a book of powerful short stories. Virtually all of them reveal an emotion filled unforgettable time in the life of a child, teacher, or caregiver. The stories were originally presented orally as parts of keynote addresses. These addresses routinely brought standing ovations for the stories contained within always touched, in a very gentle and humane way, the struggles, successes, and sensitivities that exist in us all. Some stories expose the crushing impact of deprivation and poverty; others reveal honor, empathy, and courage. Still others expose the devastating horrors of prejudice…mehr

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This is a book of powerful short stories. Virtually all of them reveal an emotion filled unforgettable time in the life of a child, teacher, or caregiver. The stories were originally presented orally as parts of keynote addresses. These addresses routinely brought standing ovations for the stories contained within always touched, in a very gentle and humane way, the struggles, successes, and sensitivities that exist in us all. Some stories expose the crushing impact of deprivation and poverty; others reveal honor, empathy, and courage. Still others expose the devastating horrors of prejudice and injustice. Finally, as you complete your journey through these pages you will find that while reading you have been holding hands with the power of believing in self, believing in others, and the power of community. You will not walk away from this book untouched. Its warm and rich stories will stay with you for years to come.
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Raymond J Golarz received his Doctorate in Education from Indiana University. He taught middle and high school, and then served as Director of Child Welfare Services working with the poor and delinquent gangs in the same neighborhoods where he spent his early childhood. He taught at St. Joseph's College, Purdue Calumet, Indiana University, and City College in Seattle. Near Chicago he taught Psychology for Law Enforcement officers for 10 years. He has been a superintendent of schools, later keynoting major conferences in virtually every state and most Canadian Provinces. He is the author or co-author of nine books including The Problem Isn't Teachers, The Power of Participation and Sweet Land of Liberty. He enjoys oil painting, and woodworking. He and his wife Marion have six children and ten grandchildren. They reside in Bloomington Indiana with their boxer dog Cooper and cat Patches. His email address is mjgolarz@live.com.