Thank You, Mr. Falker
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Thank You, Mr. Falker Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Patricia Polacco (Author), Lauren Davis (Narrator), Listening Library (Publisher)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 1,529 ratings
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The real-life classic story of a dyslexic girl and the teacher who would not let her fail. A perfect gift for teachers and for students of any age.

Patricia Polacco is now one of America's most loved children's book creators, but once upon a time she was a little girl named Trisha starting school. Trisha could paint and draw beautifully, but when she looked at words on a page, all she could see was jumble. It took a very special teacher to recognize little Trisha's dyslexia: Mr. Falker, who encouraged her to overcome her reading disability. Patricia Polacco will never forget him, and neither will we.

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  1. Listening Length
    18 minutes
  2. Author
    Patricia Polacco
  3. Narrator
    Lauren Davis
  4. Audible release date
    October 10, 2017
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Listening Library
  7. ASIN
    B07611DRD2
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 18 minutes
Author Patricia Polacco
Narrator Lauren Davis
Audible.com Release Date October 10, 2017
Publisher Listening Library
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B07611DRD2
Best Sellers Rank #141,824 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#723 in Children's Books on Bullying
#2,380 in Growing Up & Facts of Life for Children
#3,731 in Children's Self-Esteem Books

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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1,529 global ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars A classic and important read aloud
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023
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I love this book. I have read it many many times over the years to many classrooms full of kids with varying abilities. This book never ceases to evoke an emotional reaction from kids. It's based on the author's (Patricia Pollacco) experiences as a child with severe learning disabilities. Kids who struggle can really relate to her being bullied and made fun of. I love the happy, true ending of a teacher caring enough to find out what Patricia's difficulties were and helping her learn to read. And of course, Patricia becomes a talented prolific writer and illustrator of many many wonderful books. Lots of great activities on the internet for lessons to go along with this book as well.
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Adina Cohen
5.0 out of 5 stars A sweet story about learning differently
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2023
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Beautiful story about a girl who doesn’t understand why she doesn’t understand or grasp reading the same way as her peers. Having that one adult that believes in you- well that’s all it takes. So cheers to all the teachers who make a difference!
The ending is so sweet, you might tear up.
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Cristie Harper
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible book with a great story.
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2023
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I am a 27 year teacher and this is the 3rd copy I have purchased of this book as well as many Patricia Polacco books. It was delivered super quickly. Props to the seller.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2023
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This sweet story is especially inspiring for children with dyslexia.
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5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE this book
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2023
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What a gem… it’s a favorite beginning of the year read aloud. My fourth graders had tears in their eyes.
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Brooke Stewart
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful message
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2021
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Teachers make such a difference especially when they go the extra mile, which most do or they wouldn’t be teachers. I struggled in school and would have loved a mr falker. I know my children have encountered more mr falkers and ms plessys. Lovely book as a gift.
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Amava
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful story of acceptance and remediation for dyslexia
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2023
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My dyslexic daughter is navigating her diagnosis and this story was helpful for her to read about another girl who overcame her learning difference. Well written and captivating illustrations.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Can one man make a difference just doing his "job"???
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2016
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I am collecting Patricia Polacco books for my children. We received our first, "bun bun button" in the mail through a program called Books from Birth that is sponsored by Dolly Parton. Children who are signed up at birth for this free program receive one book per month till they are five years and go to school. (Excellent Charity but that's another review) This is her story. It is amazing to think that something as ordinary as a day at school and as simple as a teacher who tries can change the life of one person. And that this one person can in turn change the life of millions of people through her writing. Had he not cared, and she never learned, my children and I would have never sat down and read this amazing stories that are told through her children's books. Our lives are fuller because of her. Her life is fuller because of him. (Mr. Falker) One kind act or one caring heart, can make a difference......this is a tribute to that truth. It is an excellent book. All of hers are. Patricia Polacco never fails to touch the heart.
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DBecker
5.0 out of 5 stars Teach about Differences
Reviewed in Germany on September 11, 2022
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This is a great piece of children's literature to use at the beginning of the school year to teach students about learning differences. We reference Trisha often and students with dyslexia proudly said they were like the main character.
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María
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy bueno
Reviewed in Spain on September 29, 2019
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Muy bonito. Llegó a tiempo, sólo que la portada estaba algo arrugada, pero todo bien.
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Braeburn54
5.0 out of 5 stars Moving
Reviewed in France on May 17, 2015
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Very moving and very inspiring
The illustrations are subtle. The loneliness of the heroin, the vicious circle of disappointing/ hiding/ etc... and a teacher who believes in you, whom I hope every one in her or his life will meet at least once...
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Mrs H M Hollingdale
5.0 out of 5 stars A great conversation starter with children
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2015
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I read this to my daughter and it opened up a conversation she had never let me talk to her before about. We had a good cry and we now are building her confidence
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くまもん
5.0 out of 5 stars ナイス　ストーリー
Reviewed in Japan on February 10, 2015
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学力の遅延やいじめ問題は古今東西変わらないものですが、教育者としての信念と行動から
解決できる部分も大きいと思います。学校で教える立場にある先生たちには是非読んで欲しい
本です。著者自身の熱い思いが伝わってくると思います。絵も味わいがあってよかったです。
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