Philomel Books Thank You, Mr. Falker

In Thank You, Mr. Falker, Patricia Polacco shares a poignant and personal story that highlights the power of understanding and encouragement in the face of challenges. The narrative follows young Trisha, an artistic girl with a talent for painting and drawing, who struggles with reading due to dyslexia. As she begins school, Trisha feels lost when words appear as a confusing jumble, leaving her frustrated and overwhelmed. The turning point in Trisha's life comes when she meets Mr. Falker, a compassionate teacher who sees beyond her struggles and recognizes her potential. His unwavering support and belief in her abilities inspire Trisha to confront her reading difficulties head-on. Polacco's heartfelt tribute to Mr. Falker underscores the vital role educators play in nurturing and empowering their students. With its beautiful illustrations and uplifting message, Thank You, Mr. Falker serves as an inspiring reminder of resilience and the importance of acknowledging the impact of a good teacher. This deluxe slipcased edition, which includes a personal letter from Polacco to readers, makes a meaningful gift for both children in need of encouragement and teachers who are dedicated to making a difference in their students' lives.

Muy bonito. Llegó a tiempo, sólo que la portada estaba algo arrugada, pero todo bien.

This is a great piece of children's literature to use at the beginning of the school year to teach students about learning differences. We reference Trisha often and students with dyslexia proudly said they were like the main character.

Very moving and very inspiring The illustrations are subtle. The loneliness of the heroin, the vicious circle of disappointing/ hiding/ etc... and a teacher who believes in you, whom I hope every one in her or his life will meet at least once...

学力の遅延やいじめ問題は古今東西変わらないものですが、教育者としての信念と行動から 解決できる部分も大きいと思います。学校で教える立場にある先生たちには是非読んで欲しい 本です。著者自身の熱い思いが伝わってくると思います。絵も味わいがあってよかったです。