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An A From Miss Keller
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.”
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.”
40 pages, Hardcover
First published September 29, 2015
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Patricia Polacco
91 books1,060 followersPatricia Polacco is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator with around seventy beloved and award-winning books to her credit, including The Keeping Quilt, Pink and Say, The Blessing Cup, Chicken Sunday, and Thank You, Mr. Falker. She resides in Michigan.
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November 4, 2015
If you ask any Language Arts teacher worth his or her salt who their go-to mentor writer is, chances are you will hear Patricia's name. She has a slew of picture books ripe for the writer's ears. This newest addition is no exception. It reads like a love letter for all teachers, much like her Thank You, Mr. Falkner does. In fact, I teared up at the end. Excellent read aloud to dove tail into a personal narrative unit.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
February 21, 2020
When Tricia is invited to join Miss Keller's writing class, the young girl is both thrilled and terrified. "Killer Keller" has a certain reputation: for being acerbic, demanding, and an incredibly tough grader. It was said that she never gave an A! From the first day, Tricia found herself challenged by this prickly new teacher, and she worked hard at every assignment. No matter how hard she tried however, she just couldn't create the emotional connection that Miss Keller demanded of her. Then her beloved neighbor and elderly friend, Pop Schloss, died, and Tricia found a subject about which she could truly write something memorable and moving...
Patricia Polacco strikes again with An A from Miss Keller, another of her many autobiographical picture-books paying tribute to the teachers who influenced her as a girl! I found myself blinking back tears, as I read the scenes in which Pop died and Tricia struggled with her grief. Miss Keller was clearly an intimidating but also goodhearted teacher, and I appreciated the back story about how she helped Pop Schloss' son improve his writing and go to college. I think there is an important lesson here, in that Tricia simply wasn't able to create the kind of emotionally resonant essay Miss Keller wanted, until she had the kind of subject that truly moved her. Unless the writer feels deeply, he or she cannot communicate a depth of feeling through their words, cannot, as Miss Keller demanded, makes their words "sing." This is a lovely book, one I would recommend to fellow Polacco fans, and to anyone looking for children's stories about being a writer, dealing with a demanding teacher, or coping with the loss of a friend.
Patricia Polacco strikes again with An A from Miss Keller, another of her many autobiographical picture-books paying tribute to the teachers who influenced her as a girl! I found myself blinking back tears, as I read the scenes in which Pop died and Tricia struggled with her grief. Miss Keller was clearly an intimidating but also goodhearted teacher, and I appreciated the back story about how she helped Pop Schloss' son improve his writing and go to college. I think there is an important lesson here, in that Tricia simply wasn't able to create the kind of emotionally resonant essay Miss Keller wanted, until she had the kind of subject that truly moved her. Unless the writer feels deeply, he or she cannot communicate a depth of feeling through their words, cannot, as Miss Keller demanded, makes their words "sing." This is a lovely book, one I would recommend to fellow Polacco fans, and to anyone looking for children's stories about being a writer, dealing with a demanding teacher, or coping with the loss of a friend.
November 19, 2015
I used this wonderful story with my 5th graders-both boys and girls-and they were mesmerized by the story. Polacco continues her tradition of creating stories that will tug at your heart strings. In this tale based on Polacco's own childhood, Patricia as a young girl must learn how to write with emotion or she won't pass Miss Keller's writing course. Along the way, Patricia learns that her teacher isn't as cruel as she seems and Patricia's writing exercises lead her to become closer to her beloved neighbor, Pop, who knows a secret about Miss Keller.
October 18, 2016
I hate reading your books Patricia Polacco! Your words well up in the corners of my eyes and brim over. Every attempt to choke them back just makes my head pound. What a lovely tribute to a marvelous teacher and human being. Maybe you should find that paper you wrote about Pop and publish it as well. Pop is one of those larger than life next-door heroes who win our hearts and draw us in to the fold where we remain languishing. I think this is my favorite book so far. ;)
October 10, 2015
"I am going to transform each and every one of you into a crackerjack writer! ... But if you think this class is going to be simple, head for the door right now. You are going to work harder than you have ever worked in your entire miserable little lives."
"Killer Keller" is the toughest teacher in the whole school and she seems to be focused in on Patricia. "You have the words, Patricia. You have to give them wings." Pop, her neighbor, tells Patricia that Miss Keller must really see something in Patricia and that's why she's pushing her. But Patricia still struggles to write something that Miss Keller will like. And when Miss Keller strongly suggests that Patricia write a personal narrative for her final essay because her writing "still lacks emotional connection with the reader", Patricia can't even think of a topic that would be emotional enough. And that's when life steps in and gives her an emotional experience of which she can express her feelings through her writing.
An inspirational story about the power of words, the craft of writing and the support of passionate adults. "The reader needs to FEEL what you feel, Miss Barber, but not in the ordinary way. Be daring, unexpected, surprising ... original!"
"Killer Keller" is the toughest teacher in the whole school and she seems to be focused in on Patricia. "You have the words, Patricia. You have to give them wings." Pop, her neighbor, tells Patricia that Miss Keller must really see something in Patricia and that's why she's pushing her. But Patricia still struggles to write something that Miss Keller will like. And when Miss Keller strongly suggests that Patricia write a personal narrative for her final essay because her writing "still lacks emotional connection with the reader", Patricia can't even think of a topic that would be emotional enough. And that's when life steps in and gives her an emotional experience of which she can express her feelings through her writing.
An inspirational story about the power of words, the craft of writing and the support of passionate adults. "The reader needs to FEEL what you feel, Miss Barber, but not in the ordinary way. Be daring, unexpected, surprising ... original!"
December 2, 2016
I love Polacco's work especially her stories about her school experiences and teachers that touched her. This is the story of her teacher Miss Keller who helped guide her to become a better writer, helping her learn to choose the right word and make her "words soar". I also really loved her neighbor, Pop. I loved how he described his deceased wife...so beautiful that even the sun and moon would poke their heads through the window to catch a glimpse of her. Pop is such a kind and caring man. And while Miss Keller is a demanding teacher with high expectations, she has a deep love for her students and their well-being.
Miss Keller reminds me of one of my beloved English teachers...Mrs. Hinderland in freshman English. She died a couple of years ago and it was touching to read the tributes written by students...she touched a lot of lives and many of us have clear memories of what she taught. It was a challenging class but helped me become successful in future English classes in high school and college.
Beautiful.
Miss Keller reminds me of one of my beloved English teachers...Mrs. Hinderland in freshman English. She died a couple of years ago and it was touching to read the tributes written by students...she touched a lot of lives and many of us have clear memories of what she taught. It was a challenging class but helped me become successful in future English classes in high school and college.
Beautiful.
January 9, 2016
Young Patricia is scared to death of the dreaded Killer Keller as everyone called the hardest teacher in the school. Nothing she wrote was good enough for Miss Keller. Patricia’s next door neighbor, old Pop the baker, agreed that she was one tough cookie! Patricia went to Pop for many assignments, but she never got higher than a C on her papers. One afternoon, while the neighborhood kids were baking in Pop’s kitchen, he told them a story about Miss Keller. A story about how she had inspired his son to become a writer and had helped him get through college. No matter how tough she was, Miss Keller was still a hero to Pop. Then one day, just before her final assignment was due, Pop died. Patricia felt like the sun had left the sky. For her personal essay, she wrote a story about Pop. This was the one that finally earned her an A. http://julianaleewriter.com/books-ali...
November 17, 2015
Patricia Polacco never fails to bring out the emotions in me. "An A From Miss Keller" is the sixth in a series of books written about the teachers she had when she was young. We brought Patricia Polacco to the elementary school where I taught and her presence is as powerful as her many stories. Suffice it to say the Patricia Polacco IS story. Polacco gets to the basics that when a teacher believes in a student and pushes that student to find his/her "gift", the student's view of his/her world changes.
Certainly, one could use this book, and the series, to study how individuals impact one another. The book could be used in an author/illustrator study, or just as a stand alone story about the importance of words and writing.
Thank you Patricia Polacco for sharing your stories with us.
Certainly, one could use this book, and the series, to study how individuals impact one another. The book could be used in an author/illustrator study, or just as a stand alone story about the importance of words and writing.
Thank you Patricia Polacco for sharing your stories with us.
May 16, 2015
I don't know how she does it, but every time I read a Polacco book I either end up in tears or chills. This one was tears.
Patricia starts the school year off with a very strict teacher. This teacher tells her that she is going to make each student in the class a fantastic writer.
As days pass, Patricia struggles to give Miss Keller what she wants. She either doesn't have the right words or not enough depth. Because of this, she seeks help from Pop, an older friend, who helps her see the good in Miss Keller, while telling her stories about his life.
Ultimately this is a book about improving upon your strengths and pulling from within to achieve this feat. It also shows the sweet, but rare friendship between a elderly person and a child.
Patricia starts the school year off with a very strict teacher. This teacher tells her that she is going to make each student in the class a fantastic writer.
As days pass, Patricia struggles to give Miss Keller what she wants. She either doesn't have the right words or not enough depth. Because of this, she seeks help from Pop, an older friend, who helps her see the good in Miss Keller, while telling her stories about his life.
Ultimately this is a book about improving upon your strengths and pulling from within to achieve this feat. It also shows the sweet, but rare friendship between a elderly person and a child.
October 9, 2017
I would give this book a million stars if I could!
February 14, 2018
Some students instinctively know how to get the most personal attention and investment from each teacher. Others could benefit from an example, such as the story in this picture book.
'An A From Miss Keller' shows students how to allow a teacher to push them to excellence. It also shows students that when a teacher does do that, the teacher (Miss Keller in the book), may be trying to challenge a student past the student's assumed idea of their own ability. Where is Miss Keller pushing the student named Patricia in this book? Toward greatness.
In the story, Miss Keller is trying to get her student to write with strong emotions. 'Miss Barber, you used the word 'love' to describe your cat, your skirt, your neighbor, a pile of pancakes...and your mother. Do you feel the same about a plate of pancakes as you do your mother?...' The teacher then goes on to teach how to use a thesaurus to precisely define a feeling using different words. Teaching kids how to express and appreciate nuance in language is more important than ever!
What is delightfully sneaky about this book is Patricia Polacco demonstrates how to write with such strong emotion in the text. By the end, I had to go hunt down some Kleenex! This book is so moving, I am not sure I could read it out loud without crying.
On the back cover, I read it is one of a series of books celebrating six different types of teachers. Students would understand how to get the most from their school by reading or experiencing each one in a classroom setting.
'An A From Miss Keller' shows students how to allow a teacher to push them to excellence. It also shows students that when a teacher does do that, the teacher (Miss Keller in the book), may be trying to challenge a student past the student's assumed idea of their own ability. Where is Miss Keller pushing the student named Patricia in this book? Toward greatness.
In the story, Miss Keller is trying to get her student to write with strong emotions. 'Miss Barber, you used the word 'love' to describe your cat, your skirt, your neighbor, a pile of pancakes...and your mother. Do you feel the same about a plate of pancakes as you do your mother?...' The teacher then goes on to teach how to use a thesaurus to precisely define a feeling using different words. Teaching kids how to express and appreciate nuance in language is more important than ever!
What is delightfully sneaky about this book is Patricia Polacco demonstrates how to write with such strong emotion in the text. By the end, I had to go hunt down some Kleenex! This book is so moving, I am not sure I could read it out loud without crying.
On the back cover, I read it is one of a series of books celebrating six different types of teachers. Students would understand how to get the most from their school by reading or experiencing each one in a classroom setting.
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September 6, 2019A wonderful book about writing and a teacher that encourages a student or two to become wonderful writers. She talks about how you use different words to mean different things. Amazing book!! I cried.
December 6, 2021
This realistic fiction story is one that tugs at your heart! Author Patricia Polacco did a great job writing this picture book. The illustrator used pencils and markers to create beautiful images to go along with the story. I highly recommend this book to students as they can relate to struggling in school and also with navigating the unexpected loss of a loved one.
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June 14, 2016Do you remember Patricia Polacco? What did learn about Patricia as a student? What about as an author? [Student response.] This is another one of her memoirs about another memorable person in her life. How is this similar to another Polacco book we have read? [Student response.] What can you tell about Miss Keller from the cover? What if I told you they called her Killer Keller. What does that make you think [Lead students to converse about tough teachers.] I had a teacher like Killer Keller when I was in 7th grade. Her name was Mrs. Lee. She looked like the sweetest teacher in the world, with honey blonde hair and skirts everyday but she was one of the hardest graders I ever had. Whenever I finished a story, my piece would be written up with red ink. It was as if she used up the whole pen on my paper. How do you think it made me feel? How do you think Miss Keller’s students feel? It makes me wonder why Polacco would write a book about a teacher who would make students feel rotten. [Student response.] I want you to notice how Miss Keller compares to Mr. Wayne and notice what Killer Keller does that makes an impact on Patricia.
My opening moves (Fountas & Pinnell, 2006, p. 226) included:
- Activates background knowledge of the author
- Acknowledges connections some readers will be making
- Draws attentions to character traits shown in the illustrations.
- Shares a personal connection
Rational:
An A from Miss Keller is another text a part of the Polacco author unit. This text also will be used as a mentor text with the memoir/narrative unit because Polacco tells a story of how a memorable person made an impact on her life. What the students will enjoy about this text is the difference in character traits between Mr. Wayne (Polacco, 2014) and Miss Keller, but both make a positive impact on Polacco’s life.
Pinnell, G. S., & Fountas, I. C. (2006). Engaging readers in thinking and talking about texts through interactive read aloud. Teaching for comprehending and fluency: Thinking, talking, and writing about reading, k-8. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann Publishing.
Polacco, P. (2014). Mr. Wayne’s Masterpiece. G.P. Putnam's Sons.
My opening moves (Fountas & Pinnell, 2006, p. 226) included:
- Activates background knowledge of the author
- Acknowledges connections some readers will be making
- Draws attentions to character traits shown in the illustrations.
- Shares a personal connection
Rational:
An A from Miss Keller is another text a part of the Polacco author unit. This text also will be used as a mentor text with the memoir/narrative unit because Polacco tells a story of how a memorable person made an impact on her life. What the students will enjoy about this text is the difference in character traits between Mr. Wayne (Polacco, 2014) and Miss Keller, but both make a positive impact on Polacco’s life.
Pinnell, G. S., & Fountas, I. C. (2006). Engaging readers in thinking and talking about texts through interactive read aloud. Teaching for comprehending and fluency: Thinking, talking, and writing about reading, k-8. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann Publishing.
Polacco, P. (2014). Mr. Wayne’s Masterpiece. G.P. Putnam's Sons.
December 7, 2015
Fans of this talented woman have learned how she conquered challenges with reading, dealt with bullying, and found her niche through her artwork. But never before has she shared the influences that formed her as a writer and gifted storyteller. In this picture book, illustrated vividly with markers and pencils, she tells the story of two important teachers in her life: Miss Keller and Pop Schloss. Her writing teacher has a reputation for pushing her students hard and not giving A's on writing assignments. On the first day of class, she unveils her expectations in this fashion: "...dazzle me. Impress me. Send me into ecstasy with your brilliance" (unpaged). The students are excited but also extremely intimidated, and Trisha finds solace talking to Pop, a talented neighborhood baker who encourages her in various ways. Only after his death does she find the words to express her feelings in a way that impresses her teacher. This is a song of praise to the importance of the teachers in our lives and would be a wonderful book to remind teachers that they can make a difference. Additionally, the wonderfully creative writing activities she assigns are ideal for sharing with budding writers since they challenge them to think more deeply and notice more details. Add this one to a collection of teacher stories from the same talented storyteller, and readers will have six examples of how influential--and different--teachers can be: Thank You, Mr. Falker, Mr. Lincoln's Way, The Junkyard Wonders, The Art of Miss Ches, and Mr. Wayne's Masterpiece, all of which portray teachers in a positive light. In this book, I particularly liked how Miss Keller had high expectations and turned out to be kind-hearted, nevertheless. Just because someone doesn't give out A's like Halloween candy doesn't mean he/she doesn't care.
August 22, 2017
Whew...this one...actually hurts, a bit. A young girl finds that she can't get her stickler of a teacher to approve of her schoolwork. Especially her writing. Keller is known for never giving A's, and has cultivated an almost witch-like reputation. But the girl gets support from her kindly neighbor, who tells her stories of Keller's younger days. Then, a few days before a major assignment is due, the neighbor dies and the girl finds the only way she can express her grief is by writing about the good man she knew.
She gets an !. And thus, the girl learns the value of depressing literature. Or of daring your teacher to mark down a paper about a dead person. Either or.
This book is not so likely to be bought for a household. For one, it's about death, which is more of a "borrow it when needed" subject. For another, the entire thing, death ignored, is a downer. A young girl struggling in school, with no reason to expect her teacher to lighten up, even as the girl's work improves? This sounds like the kind of situation where parents would actually sue the school. If you think death or bad grades need to be covered for your kids, feel free to check it out from your library, but don't feel pressured to purchase. No sense buying something that will only be used once.
She gets an !. And thus, the girl learns the value of depressing literature. Or of daring your teacher to mark down a paper about a dead person. Either or.
This book is not so likely to be bought for a household. For one, it's about death, which is more of a "borrow it when needed" subject. For another, the entire thing, death ignored, is a downer. A young girl struggling in school, with no reason to expect her teacher to lighten up, even as the girl's work improves? This sounds like the kind of situation where parents would actually sue the school. If you think death or bad grades need to be covered for your kids, feel free to check it out from your library, but don't feel pressured to purchase. No sense buying something that will only be used once.
April 3, 2016
The Keeping Quilt was one of my favorites as kid, but I haven't read much Patricia Polacco in years. I should probably get on that.
An A From Miss Keller is about Patricia struggling to impress her English teacher. It's clear that the teacher's especially hard on Patricia because she sees a lot of potential in her. Miss Keller reminded me of my 8th grade English teacher, who refused to coddle me the first few weeks of school. She knew I loved to write and cared about doing the best I could in English, so she was very critical. At first, I thought she was unfair, but by the end of the year I was grateful to her because I know my writing improved, and after a month or so I knew what she expected of me and As came easier. So, thanks Mrs. Cannon, for knowing I could do even better than my best.
This book is a tear-jerker, as that gif suggests. So maybe don't read it in public if you don't want anyone to know you have feelings.
March 10, 2016
Okay, Patricia Polacco has never written a book I didn't love - and this is no exception. I love her stories, her art, and especially the way she infuses her stories with life. If you don't have little ones and have never experienced her stories, stop now and go read some! I loved the story of the tough teacher "Killer Keller" who demanded more from her young student and pushed her hard because she knew that the child had more to give! She reminded me of some of the teachers I had - especially Mrs. Sampson my 12th grade English teacher, Mr. M, the college professor who was know for never giving 100% on anything, and others. Great book to share with a kid who has one of those tough teachers! (Jacinta Rene Brooks - I tried to be that for you, but never to the point of marking a C on any of your writing!)
October 29, 2015
Here is another story about Trisha, now older and in a special writing class. Flattered to be chosen for this special class, Trisha wonders whether she can withstand the scrutiny and criticism of harsh Miss Keller, who, it is rumored, never gives an A. When her assignments feel impossible and she's certain she will never excel in the class, Trisha receives encouragement from her neighbor, Pop, whose two sons both endured the class. But no matter what, Trisha fails to capture the emotional connection necessary when writing personal narratives, and with her term paper looming, she is uncertain how she ever will.
August 12, 2016
Okay, Patricia Polacco has never written a book I didn't love - and this is no exception. I love her stories, her art, and especially the way she infuses her stories with life. If you don't have little ones and have never experienced her stories, stop now and go read some! I loved the story of the tough teacher "Killer Keller" who demanded more from her young student and pushed her hard because she knew that the child had more to give! She reminded me of some of the teachers I had - especially Mrs. Sampson my 12th grade English teacher, Mr. M, the college professor who was know for never giving 100% on anything, and others. Great book to share with a kid who has one of those tough teachers!
October 25, 2015
Many thanks to Miss Keller for helping to raise up one of the finest authors in the world of children's literature! Patricia Polacco delivers a personal narrative that allows her readers one more look at her journey to becoming a writer. This book is another wonderful tribute to teachers who love their students to excellence by setting high (but realistic) standards. It is also a tribute to those students who don't back down, but rather accept the challenges offered to them. Kudos to Miss Keller and to one of her finest students, Patricia Polacco!
February 11, 2016
Young Patricia is in a writing class taught by Miss Keller. Although she feels like she turns in her best work, Miss Keller is very demanding and Patricia can't seem to get a grade better than a C. She wants Patricia to put more feeling into her writing. When Patricia chooses to talk to her neighbor Pop about Miss Keller, and then use him as the source for a paper, things begin to change for her in her class.
Another wonderful tribute to teachers. Thank you Patricia for all the love letters.
Another wonderful tribute to teachers. Thank you Patricia for all the love letters.
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March 20, 2016Picture Book #3
This book was about Patricia, who was in an english/writing class. She got the hardest teacher, Ms. Keller. Ms. Keller was always extra hard on her and always said her writing was not good enough. For her final paper, Ms. Keller said she needed to use more emotion. Her previous papers were very good, but lacked emotion. When her paper was due, her neighbor and person who helped her throughout the year, Pop, passed away. That night, she wrote the best paper and finally got an A on it.
This book was about Patricia, who was in an english/writing class. She got the hardest teacher, Ms. Keller. Ms. Keller was always extra hard on her and always said her writing was not good enough. For her final paper, Ms. Keller said she needed to use more emotion. Her previous papers were very good, but lacked emotion. When her paper was due, her neighbor and person who helped her throughout the year, Pop, passed away. That night, she wrote the best paper and finally got an A on it.
April 12, 2016
Wow! What an awesome picture book! Patricia Polacco has written several picture books that are such beautiful tributes to the important teachers in her life. This one tells of "Killer Keller" one of the toughest writing teachers ever. She was very demanding and known for never giving an A. When Tricia suffers a devastating loss, she puts all of her emotions into her writing. This is an emotional book that had me reaching for the tissues and I loved it. I need to get my own copy of this one, for sure!
November 6, 2016
Another amazing book from Patricia Polacco. Being a new teacher myself, I wish I had money to purchase all of her "teacher sextet" as I am so inspired by the small moment stories that she shares in her writing. This book really hit home with me as I had my own version of "Miss Keller" in high school AP comp and she pushed me to find my passion and then allow that passion to write my words. It was through her guidance that I had a few small pieces of my own work published... and I will never forget the impact that she had on my life.
December 18, 2015
Some days it may seem like parents and children do not respect teachers and the value of high standards. Polacco has shown us why high standards matter. Great caring teachers help educate future writers, doctors, scientists, parents and a multitude of other vocational choices. This reader is thankful Polacco had a teacher like Miss Keller, one who cared enough to demand she do her best and then some.
Share this book with the young writers in your life, or the old ones for that matter.
Share this book with the young writers in your life, or the old ones for that matter.
March 26, 2016
As the title of the book indicates, it's not easy to get An A from Miss Keller. The tough as nails writing teacher pushes Trisha almost to the breaking point to help give Trisha's words wings. It'll take an unexpected loss to help uncover another layer (an "emotional connection with the reader") in her writing. But thankfully Miss Keller believes in her student enough to see in Trisha what Trisha may not see in herself.
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March 17, 2016Picture Book #5
This book is about Patricia has a writing class with Miss Keller who comes off as a very hard and strict teacher. She practically takes Patricia under her wing without Patricia realizing it. All while Miss Keller is hard on Patricia's writing, Patricia always turned to Pop for advice and use him as her inspiration. Pop ends up dying towards the end of the book and the gave Patricia everything she needed to write an A essay for Miss Keller.
This book is about Patricia has a writing class with Miss Keller who comes off as a very hard and strict teacher. She practically takes Patricia under her wing without Patricia realizing it. All while Miss Keller is hard on Patricia's writing, Patricia always turned to Pop for advice and use him as her inspiration. Pop ends up dying towards the end of the book and the gave Patricia everything she needed to write an A essay for Miss Keller.
November 29, 2015
Patricia Polacco does it again! What a fabulous story. I love these insights into how she became the author that she is. So great to share with students, so they see everyone had to work to get where they are. And what an amazing tribute to the special people in her life! Definitely need to buy this one too! Read all of Polacco's books- you won't be sorry!
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