Tricky Old Teacher Mary Better

Most teachers are remembered for what they taught—dates, formulas, or grammar rules. But the "tricky" ones? They are remembered for how they made us think

Every single one of them, to this day, sends Mrs. Kowalski a Christmas card. That is the power of tricky old teacher Mary. tricky old teacher mary better

And if you are a parent, the next time a teacher sends home a harsh grade or a tough comment, do not storm the school. Call the teacher. Ask: "Are you a tricky Mary?" If she says yes, shake her hand. Buy her a coffee. She is doing your job for you. Most teachers are remembered for what they taught—dates,