What Do I Make as a Teacher?
Author: Taylor Mali

You want to know what I make?

I make kids wonder.

I make them question.

I make them think critically.

I make them apologize and mean it.

I make them have respect and take responsibility for their actions.

I teach them to write, and then I make them practice every day.

I make them read...A LOT!

I make them show all of their work in math and hide all of it when they write final drafts in writing workshop.

I make them experience music and art and the joy in performance, so their lives are rich, full of kindness and culture, and they take pride in
themselves and their accomplishments.

I make my classroom a place where all of my students feel safe and welcome.

I make them understand that if they use the gifts that they are given, work hard, and follow their hearts, then they can succeed in life.

You want to know what I make?
- I make a difference!

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