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Reviewed by C.R. Hurst for Readers' Favorite
Most of us can remember being asked as children, “What would you like to be when you grow up?” Few questions invite more thought than this one. Luckily, there is a 48-book series by Linda Soules that offers assistance to the undecided youngster. Her latest title is So You Want To Be A Teacher: A Kids’ Guide to Education, Classroom Life, Lesson Planning, and the Inspiring Mentors Who Help Young Minds Learn, Grow, and Shine. Written for ages 8-14, the book also explores a day in the life of a typical teacher, the many types of teachers, how to become one, and the tools of the profession, and provides names of famous teachers, fun facts, and a glossary.
What I appreciated the most about So You Want To Be A Teacher is how kid-centric it is. Linda Soules knows her audience well, with every detail designed for the middle-grade reader – from well-researched details and many colorful illustrations to the age-appropriate language and a conversational tone that never condescends. And although the book emphasizes the positive aspects of teaching, such as the daily opportunities to make a difference in a young person’s life, it also presents a few negatives: for instance, most teachers do not have the entire summer off. Many work other jobs, continue their education, or plan for the next school year. As a former educator, I highly recommend So You Want To Be a Teacher to help young readers (and their parents) gain valuable information about the job that prepares us for all our jobs. Teaching is truly that fundamental.
