“They Call Me Mom,” by Pete Springer is a real gem! Don’t be fooled by its easy readability; this book is jam-packed with powerful advice. What makes “They call Me Mom” so special? First, Pete Springer’s passion for teaching lights up the entire book. His core values are clearly articulated. But the real treasures in this book are revealed through thoughtful, funny, and honest anecdotes from his 30 year career.
Springer’s book is divided into the main issues faced by both new or experienced teachers: how to organize your class, work effectively with students and their families, and work collaboratively with colleagues. The chapters on frustrations and humorous events are yummy icing on the cake.
Pete Springer is not just a great teacher, he’s a natural writer. “They Call Me Mom” would make a perfect Christmas present for your teacher friends (or your kiddo’s teachers)! His blog is also a great read, with news about his successful efforts to publish, volunteer, and support educators. He tells some powerfully encouraging stories of the many reasons to be grateful in the midst of difficult circumstances.
Thanks again to Sally at Smorgasborg for introducing us to this awesome educator!
Thank you so much for your kind words about my book, Katherine. Like you, I am a supporter of education, teachers, and kids. I don’t know if you are a Facebook person (I really wasn’t for years until I realized it was the best way I could get in touch with some of my old students) but I started a Facebook group called Supporters of Teachers. Because I don’t know what I’m doing half the time when it comes to technology, (better to laugh at one’s self than to cry) I somehow made it a closed group, but I’ll try to add you if you want to join this very exclusive (I’m being sarcastic) club. https://www.facebook.com/groups/281121539162065/?ref=bookmarks
I’m pretty new to the blogging world, but one similarity I’ve noticed between educators and bloggers is they look out for and help one another. Thank you for all that you do in education, particularly for children in special education.
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It was such a pleasure to read your book and I would love to be added to your exclusive club. 😎 That’s too funny! But I know what you’re talking about with FB pages. It opens in a different and weird view when it’s yours. I had to start one so my posts could go to FB and I hate the formatting. Plus FB tries to wheedle $$ from me to ‘boost’ my posts. Oh well.
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Reblogged this on Pete Springer and commented:
I just received an excellent review from Teacher Katharine. If teaching, children, and education are important to you, please take a look at her blog: https://teachezwell.me/ Katharine is inspiring—now entering her sixth decade in education as a special education teacher.
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Gosh, you are so kind!!! But I’m just finishing my 5th decade this year. Whew! Give me a few months to get to the 6th!
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CONGRATULATIONS on this wonderful review! It’s clear that teaching floats your boat, just as it did mine. A great life career.
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Thank you! Teaching is the BEST!
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I hear you, Noelle. I describe teaching as the hardest and most rewarding job I ever had. Thank you for your kind remarks.
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Lovely to see this review of Pete’s book.
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He’s quite amazing!
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Thanks, Robbie. You always take the time to reach out with a kind word to your fellow bloggers.
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I love seeing us all doing well with our writing, Pete.
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what a wonderful review. I have enjoyed reading Pete’s blog for the past few months.
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Thank you! It’s easy to review an excellent book. Pete is such a natural writer! His blog is awesome.
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I agree; Pete’s blog is a great read.
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As you already know, Jim, I never miss your daily blog post. I have to imagine there are some days when you have trouble coming up with an idea. I think what I like most is you write about such a wide variety of topics. (as you describe, a bit quirky) That’s why they appeal to me.
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thank you, Pete! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
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