I’ve been getting a lot of mail from teachers who are using Bystander in their classrooms. From early on, that was my hope for this book — a talking book, a valuable conversation starter in the hands of a good teacher and a lively classroom. I’m happy to see that it’s been embraced in the 5th grade, as well some 4th-grade classrooms. Overall, most readers seem to be in grades 6-8.
Here’s a sampling of emails from teachers I’ve received over the past few weeks. As always, some personal info has been deleted to protect the innocent . . .
Hi James,
I’m a 4th grade teacher in Iowa. Today I started reading Bystander aloud to the class. I think this is my 3rd year in a row reading the book and I LOVE IT!!! As the kids were listening their mouths were ajar. (I love that!)
Thanks for sharing your awesome talent –- with such an important message.
Cheers,
K
And from Hawaii . . .
Dear Mr Preller,
My name is ____ ______ and I am a 5th grade teacher on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. I am currently reading the book with my students and I have some students who would like to write you some “fan-mail” and replies to reading your book. On your web site you do not have an address in which we could mail you. Could you possibly email me your address?
Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks so much!
Love the book! My students cannot put it down!
Sincerely,
G
I replied: James Preller, 12 Brookside Drive, Delmar, NY 12054.
I also might have added something about being available for school visits. Aloha, baby.
Hi James! I teach fifth grade and we read Bystander as a class. They LOVED LOVED LOVED it. You are a rock star. One of my students took the initiative to write you a letter but I cannot find the address to send it. He even included a self-addressed stamped envelope in the hopes of hearing from you. Can you please send me the address? I would really appreciate it.
V
And lastly, from the Windy City . . .
Mr. Preller,
I would like to inquire about having you come to visit our middle school in late Augus
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