Mark Mainella's book, The Teacher's Teacher, bears witness to the vibrancy and caring of America's teachers.

In this direct, hard-hitting assessment he reminds us of the challenges teachers face every day, takes us through the early history of American public education, and then lays out his message on how to be a "teacher's teacher"—one of the ones other teachers look to for inspiration and support. This inspiring book reminds us of the central role teachers play in all of our lives.

This web site offers some extra materials that aren't included in the printed book. The most important of these are the testimonial letters. These letters—sent to Mark by dozens of teachers he has known and worked with—paint a vivid picture of how individual teachers are working miracles, every day, in our public schools. Their stories show not only their own dedication, but also the strength and courage of the countless students they have touched. We also include here a final chapter that is a testimonial from Mark in return, honoring a few of the outstanding educational leaders he has known over the years. Finally, there is a list of recommended movies and books.

You can order a copy of The Teacher's Teacher online.

...read the letters.

...read the final chapter.

...see Mark's book and movie recommendations.