The Art of Being a Teacher

De: J. Sharpe

Narrado por: Paul MacEoghain

Teaching isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure, a juggling act, and sometimes a full-on comedy show. From managing black ice playground dramas to dodging awkward questions like “Do you live at school, Miss?” The Art of Being a Teacher is your laugh-out-loud funny guide to the wonderful chaos of the classroom.

Packed with relatable scenarios, cheeky humour, and heartfelt moments, this book will have you nodding, chuckling, and occasionally groaning in solidarity. It’s the perfect blend of comedy and wisdom, celebrating the highs, the lows, and the utterly bizarre moments that make teaching unforgettable.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• The Seven Types of Kids You’ll Have in Every Class
• The Existential Dread of Standardised Testing
• Why Your Marker Will Die Exactly Five Minutes Into a Lesson
• The Joy of Explaining Something Five Times in a Row
• Classroom Pets: The Mistake You'll Only Make Once
• Surviving the Germ Apocalypse: How Not to Catch the Plague from 30 Children
• Marking Papers: The Endless Horror Movie You Star In

Whether you’re an infant school teacher surviving the glitter explosion of art lessons or a primary school teacher wrestling with the existential dread of standardised testing, this book is your reminder that you’re not alone.

The Art of Being a Teacher is your ultimate classroom survival guide. Pour yourself a cuppa, grab a biscuit (or three), and prepare to laugh, commiserate, and fall in love with teaching all over again.

This funny and heartwarming book makes the perfect gift for any teacher—whether they’re in the trenches of the classroom, leaving at the end of term, or retiring and reminiscing about their favourite teaching moments. It’s the ideal way to show appreciation for their hard work, dedication, and the wonderful chaos they experience during the school day.

©2025 J. Sharpe (P)2025 J. Sharpe