The child arrives like a mystery box…
with puzzle pieces inside
some of the pieces are missing or broken…
and others just seem to hide

But the HEART of a teacher can sort them out…
and help the child to see
the potential of greatness he has within
a picture of what he can be

Her goal isn’t just to teach knowledge…
by filling the box with more parts
it’s putting the pieces together…
to creat a work of great art

The process is painfully slow and times
some need more help than others
each child is a work in progress…
with assorted shape and colors

First she creates a classroom…
where the child can feel safe in school
where never feel threaten or afraid to try…
and kindness is always the rule

She knows that a child can achieve much more
when he feels secure inside
when he is valued and loved…
and believes in himself…
and he has a sense of pride

She models and teaches good character
and respect for one another
how to focus on strengths…not weakness…
and how to encourage each other

She gives the freedom he needs…
to make choices on his own
so he learns more responsible…
and is be able to stand alone

He’s taught to be strong and think for himself
as his soul and spirit heal
and the puzzle that’s taking inside…
has a much more positive feel

The child discovers the joy that comes
from learning something new…
and his vision grows as he begins
to see all the things he can do

A picture is formed as more pieces fit…
an image of the child within
with greater strength and confidence…
and a belief that he can win!

All because a hero was there…
in the HEART of a teacher who cared…
enabling the child to become much more…
than he ever imaged…or dared…

A teacher with a HEART for her children…
knows what teaching is all about
she may not have all the answers…
but on this…she has no doubt

When asked which subjects she loved to teach…
She answered this way and smiled…
“it’s not the subject that matter…
it’s all about teaching the CHILD”

Heart of a Teacher- A movie from Simple Truths