About this Book

Disney's American Teacher Awards annually recognize exemplary representatives of the teaching profession. These awards were created to give extraordinary teachers the recognition they truly deserve but rarely receive-teachers who find creative ways to stimulate curiosity, engage the imagination and pass the joy of learning on to each of their students. Thirty-six teachers who exemplify innovative approaches to teaching that serve as models for the school community are selected and honored each year.

Drawing from the letters of recommendation written by parents and students, Teachers Making a Difference contains wonderful accounts of teachers who inspire a joy of learning in their students. The letters tell of teachers who create a classroom "where learning comes to life"-learning environments in which students and teacher explore, imagine, and engage in a variety of stimulating ideas and experiences.