A heartfelt teacher appreciation gift for ages 4–7—perfect for storytime, graduation, or anytime a “thank you” matters most.Why We Need Teachers is a touching read-aloud picture book that celebrates the educators who shape our lives with patience, wisdom, and heart. Written by Gregory E. Lang, author of the New York Times bestselling Why a Daughter Needs a Dad, this beautifully illustrated story uses gentle rhymes and adorable animal characters to honor the role of teachers in guiding young minds.This book makes a meaningful gift for Teacher Appreciation Week, the last day of school, or back-to-school season. Its poetic lines help children express gratitude and understand the emotional power of mentorship in a way that feels warm, reassuring, and age-appropriate. The story encourages empathy and respect while offering a simple but powerful way for kids to say, “I see you. I’m grateful.”Whether given by students, parents, or entire classrooms, this book’s universal themes and charming visuals make it a lasting keepsake. It’s equally at home in a teacher’s classroom library or a child’s bedtime rotation, sparking conversations about learning, kindness, and the impact of everyday heroes.Part of the Always in My Heart series, Why We Need Teachers is a moving tribute that pairs beautifully with Gregory E. Lang’s other works, including Why the World Needs Love and Why a Son Needs a Mom.
This is Book 1 in the Why We Need Series. See all Why We Need books here.
No one has written a review for 'Why We Need Teachers'
Why not be the first to share your opinion?
Clement Clarke Moore (1799-1863) came from a prominent family - his father Benjamin Moore was the Bishop of New York who was famous for officiating at the inauguration of George Washington. The tradition of reading the poem 'Twas the Night Before Christmas on Christmas Eve has become a worldwide institution.
More about Lisa Alderson
