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What Teachers Make: In Praise of the Greatest Job in the World Audiobook
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Former middle-school teacher and teachers' advocate Taylor Mali struck a chord with his passionate response to a man at a dinner party who asked him what kind of salary teachers make—a poetic rant that has been seen and forwarded millions of times on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.
Based on the poem that inspired a movement, What Teachers Make is Mali's sharp, funny, reflective, critical call to arms about the joys of teaching and why teachers are so vital to America today. It's a book that will be treasured and shared by every teacher in America—and everyone who's ever loved or learned from one.
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"Years ago, I read the poem, watched the video (you should, too), and thought: you go, man! And that one poem turned me on to other Mali poems, which were also powerful and beautiful. So, I was excited to see that he was using that famous poem as the narrative structure of a series of essays about teachers. This book is a keeper. And when you are done ... pass it on."
— Kevin (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Straightforward, fast-paced, and trenchant. An evocative, small book bulging with a big idea—to remind teachers that they are dearly loved.”
— Publishers Weekly -
It's a breezy listen, with Mali's writing and Verner's delivery often taking on poetic qualities.
— AudioFile -
“With everyone debating the real value of what teachers do, here’s a heartfelt explanation. A crucial book on a crucial subject; get it for believers and doubters alike.”
— Library Journal -
“An inspirational tribute to teaching and learning.”
— Booklist -
“It’s a breezy listen, with Mali’s writing and Verner’s delivery often taking on poetic qualities.”
— AudioFile -
“A valentine to teachers everywhere. Big, bright life lessons in a pocket-sized package.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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" I thought it was going to be a strictly call-to-arms speech, but it turned out to be highly informative and even gave me a few good teaching ideas. "
— Jason, 2/16/2014 -
" In truth, most teachers have written this book in their heads or in stories told at cocktail parties, but it is refreshing to see that we're not the only ones. "
— Cappy, 2/5/2014 -
" This book just seems to perpetuate the myth that the joys of educating kids should be payment enough. "
— Jenn, 1/15/2014 -
" If you've ever thought of being a teacher, admired a teacher, had a teacher...hell, if you read books, you should read this. Chock-full of insights into the world that teachers now live in, the challenges that they face, and the joy they can bring. "
— Leo, 12/18/2013 -
" I think the original spoken word piece is a lot more powerful than the extended blabbering. "
— K, 11/27/2013 -
" There are few books that can be legitimately said to deserve a 6-star rating in a 5-star system. What such a book must contain has to be overwhelmingly important and extraordinarily well-written. This is one of those books. "
— Terry, 11/25/2013 -
" A fantastic and inspirational read for all teachers or people who "think" they know what teachers do. "
— Sarah, 11/20/2013 -
" I'll keep it simple: If you are an educator, if you aspire to be an educator, if you regularly work with children in any capacity... you MUST read this book. "
— Danielle, 11/11/2013 -
" This book is wonderful to read to help re-inspire teachers. I loved it. "
— Joy, 10/26/2013 -
" As teaching books go, this was nothing that made me really laugh or cry. If you want a good teaching book, read Thirty Three Third Graders and One Class Bunny. Much more memorable! :) "
— Steph, 8/3/2013 -
" After watching his youtube video, I wanted this book. He recounts his years in the classroom. I actually took notes while reading this!!! "
— Lisa, 7/31/2013 -
" Every teacher should read this book! It reminds you why you chose to teach in the first place. "
— Danielle, 7/30/2013 -
" good book about the joy of being a teacher "
— Serendipitous, 1/30/2013 -
" Read this today while perusing the education shelves at B+N. Mali, following his renowned poetry by the same name, puts some of the most intangible aspects of teaching into words. Loved it and what it stands for. "
— Annah, 12/19/2012 -
" A great short read. If only teachers were treated with more respect and paid better.... "
— Fiona, 11/19/2012 -
" I suddenly want to buy this book for every teacher, every coach, every librarian, and especially for every F-ING ANNOYING PARENT I have ever met. :) "
— Jen, 10/27/2012 -
" A short, sweet essay collection that is part memoir, part practical teaching advice, part poetry, but that is always inspirational. "
— Andy, 8/28/2012 -
" So great! A rejuvenating read after an amazing, empowering conference. "
— Jessica, 3/30/2012 -
" Great book. Taylor Mali came to my school, St. Luke's, the day of his release party. He's a wonderful speak and a great writer. "
— Jim, 3/30/2012
About Taylor Mali
Taylor Mali is the former president of Poetry Slam, Inc., and one of the most well-known poets to have emerged from the poetry slam movement. He is the author of two books of poetry, What Learning Leaves and The Last Time as We Are, and four CDs of spoken word. He has appeared on the first two seasons of HBO’s Def Poetry Jam and won the jury prize for best one-man show at the United States Comedy Arts Festival. A passionate advocate of teachers, he travels the country recruiting the next generation of teachers with his 1,000 Teachers Campaign. Taylor lives in New York.
About Adam Verner
Adam Verner is a stage, film, television, and voice actor and an Earphones Award–winning audiobook narrator. He holds a BS in theater arts from Bradley University and an MFA from Chicago College of the Performing Arts at Roosevelt University.