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Geranium on the Window Sill Just Died but Teacher You Went Right On Paperback – May 1, 1978

by Albert Cullum (Author)
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 58 ratings
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a nice paperback with illustrators from ages 8 to 63 book having 64 pages
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    64 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Harlin Quist Books
  4. Publication date
    May 1, 1978
  5. ISBN-10
    0825231051
  6. ISBN-13
    978-0825231056
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harlin Quist Books; Sixth Printing edition (May 1, 1978)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0825231051
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0825231056
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.2 ounces
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 58 ratings

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4.2 out of 5 stars
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better than very good condition!
I am using this book for a research project on progressive education books. It is really in excellent condition…..and its wisdom still true for education today.Thanks so much, mm
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shyla
5.0 out of 5 stars better than very good condition!
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2022
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I am using this book for a research project on progressive education books. It is really in excellent condition…..and its wisdom still true for education today.
Thanks so much, mm
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shyla
5.0 out of 5 stars better than very good condition!
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2022
I am using this book for a research project on progressive education books. It is really in excellent condition…..and its wisdom still true for education today.
Thanks so much, mm
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Be Hoyt
5.0 out of 5 stars A mirror on out test-driven schools
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2010
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This is a wonderful old book.

Certainly our shifting population demographics demands changes in our school systems. From where I sit school change is long overdue: so many schools try to behave just like the schools of my post-war era parents. But the pressure for change today is found behind the blunt nozzle of test scores. We do not have nor are we willing to commit the kind of money it would take to develop and administer tests that accurately showed us what students know. Instead we rely on tests that are a blend of minimum competencies and one size measures all beliefs. Teaching to these test has minimized the efforts of teachers and curriculum developers as well the school reform movement

This book speaks to the political/ educational system today in the way that it was intended to speak to individual teachers when it was published. Oil spills, elections, climate data, and economic uncertainty all provide rich reasons to provide time to stop practicing for the test and learn about the dynamic world around us. Geraniums die and hurricanes devastate regardless of tests.

Of course the challenge for us today is to do this in a way that advantages all students and provides those marginalized by the tests themselves an affective way to learn and view themselves as lifelong learners. And a solution to that complex problem will not be found in test scores alone. This book is a refreshing reminder that current rhetoric of reform serves few beyond those who use it to get elected.
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Wendy Bridgewater
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Man. I did not realize it was autographed
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2016
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Beautiful Man. I did not realize it was autographed. I over looked that delightful bit of information. So even more treasured. I remember my first grade teacher who was the crusher of small souls and whom misunderstood that to teach children is to love them. Teach kindness, empathy, patience, spontaneity, laughter by example. The rest will unfold as you move along. & children are more insightful then are given credit for. They know a imposter in teachers clothing when the door closed.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Mixed Message
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2014
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When I ordered this book I had no idea it was a collection of (very bad) "poems" about how awful (almost entirely) WOMEN teachers were back in the day. It really is very dated and quite sexist. If you are expecting a book about the art of teaching, then this is not for you! The author is a very interesting teacher with many innovative ideas on how to enliven the classroom, but this book is nothing but teacher-bashing.
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Martha Kipp
4.0 out of 5 stars Hard-to-Find Book Arrived Quickly ‘ In Good Condition
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2023
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This book, a comment on the educational professional came out in the early 70’s and in a light vein, it described some of the feelings prevalent among teachers at that time. I had received it as a gift but through numerous moves before my retirement, it had gotten lost. I searched for a replacement for several years before I found this one. I sm thrilled to have it in my library once again❣️
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kerbe
5.0 out of 5 stars Deserve to be kept in print, NEEDS to be required reading for teachers!
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2009
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This is the best book ever written about the ART of teaching. It can be seen as a parable, a mantra, or even a tao -- but it's all there -- everything you need to know about being a meaningful presence in the lives of learners.

If you ARE a teacher, read it.

If you KNOW a teacher, buy him or her a copy -- but read it first.

If you're a legislator, have someone on your staff read it to you.

If you're thinking about becoming a teacher, memorize it.
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GraceC
3.0 out of 5 stars this book is dated
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2014
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Some of the poems in this book at very dated but there are a few that are such gems that it makes purchasing this book worth it. I have used a few poems when doing PD with teachers.
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m_ariel
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must for Any Teacher's Personal Library!
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2015
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Perfect for educators and people who are involved with teaching children! Cullum's quirky wit and humor about teaching are still relevant as ever today. This book reminded me that children have their own individual personalities and its up to us, teachers, to always listen and understand them, however challenging it may be. Definitely worth reading!
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