The Purple Deer and The Joy of Becoming a Teacher

About the Book

The Purple Deer and the Joy of Becoming a Teacher is a guide for people who want to make a difference in life, or who feel that something is missing in their own lives, or who want to be fulfilled by embarking on a career full of excitement and adventure. The book is aimed at established professionals contemplating a career change, new college graduates unsure of a career path, or even education majors looking for a resource to help them as they begin their teaching.

Beyond offering inspiration and encouragement, the book provides the aspiring or novice teacher a great deal of practical advice about motivating students, planning exciting lessons, managing the classroom, dealing with behavior problems, working with parents, dealing with school administrators, working with other teachers-in short, it's a guide to establishing a solid foundation on which to build a satisfying career.

About the Author

Laura Hodges is a middle school teacher in Tallahassee, Florida, who has taught both math and science, leading her students to explore the wonder of our world. Besides teaching, she enjoys hiking, camping, reading, traveling to national parks, and spending time with her family.