An A From Miss Keller
  • Published: 15 January 2017
  • ISBN: 9780399166914
  • Imprint: Putnam
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $37.99

An A From Miss Keller

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29 Sep 2015
Hardback
15 Jan 2017
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Every person has a teacher who was supposed to be a dragon, but turned out to be a saint! This teacher, a dragon who turned saint, taught Patricia Polacco how to write--and become the writer she is today!

How did Patricia Polacco become a writer?
 
A perfect companion to the classic Thank You, Mr. Falker, The Art of Miss Chew, and Mr. Wayne’s Masterpiece, this book celebrates a teacher who inspired a young Patricia Polacco to become the writer and storyteller she is today.
 
Trisha is nervous about being chosen for Miss Keller’s writing class. “Killer Keller” demands that her students dazzle her with their writing, and rumor has it that she has never given an A. The rumors turn out to be all too true—there’s just no pleasing Miss Keller. Then an unexpected loss leaves Trisha heartbroken. Thoughts of teachers and grades forgotten, she pours out her soul in a personal narrative. And when Miss Keller reads it, she tells Trisha, “You’ve given your words wings.”
  • Published: 15 January 2017
  • ISBN: 9780399166914
  • Imprint: Putnam
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $37.99
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Praise for An A From Miss Keller

    
Awards and honors:New York Times Bestseller List, California Book Award, Parents' Choice Award, Jefferson Cup Award, New York Times Notable Book of the Year, Bank Street Best Book, New York State Association of Educators and Librarians Best Book, CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People, IRA Teachers Choice, Michigan Notable Book, Golden Kite Award, Louisiana Young Readers Choice Award, Michigan Reading Association Author of the Year

Mr. Wayne's Masterpiece
"Readers will feel the exhilaration of the standing ovation she receives and the warmth of Mr. Wayne's praise. . . . Even the shyest readers may find themselves inspired."--Publishers Weekly
"An inspiring tale made all the more so by its roots in life."--Kirkus Reviews
"Polacco has done it again! . . . Realistic, vibrant illustrations convey a range of emotions . . . from utter terror to extreme exuberance."--School Library Journal
"Illustrations are expressive and immediate. . . . A lovely tribute to teachers and their life-changing impact on the author and countless other young people."--BCCB

The Art of Miss Chew
"The joy of artistic creation and the value of teachers who are willing to look outside the box come through clearly."--Publishers Weekly
"Full of color and movement. . . . Tells her tragedy and triumph in a very down-to-earth way."--Kirkus Reviews
"The moving memoir will resonate with any student who has struggled with reading and should also spark empathy among their classmates."--Booklist
"Heartwarming tribute. . . . Scenes that evoke both true sorrow and absolute joy."--School Library Journal

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