Julie Hartman puts a special box in her classroom and tells the students that they can anonymously ask her advice on any subject. She will answer and help in any way that she can. She is surprised to discover the myriad of problems facing her high school students. They are dealing with psychiatric disorders, infidelity, abandonment and more. Her attempts to help could put her own job in jeopardy.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The author shares her knowledge, empathy, and experience to enrich her readers' lives. The protagonist Julie Hartman guides her students through many of life's challenges in a way that is both inspiring and heartwarming. Don’t pass this book by; it’s well-worth your time!
You won't want to miss the first novel written by Susan Raike. You will quickly become absorbed in the world of Julie Hartman and her high school students. The Caring Box reveals the complexity and seriousness of issues facing adolescents. The reader will gain insight into dilemmas that teachers face. The Caring Box is well-written and thought-provoking. Put it at the top of your reading list!