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by Torey L. Hayden (Author)
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  • Paperback: 333 pages
  • Publisher: Avon Books; Reissue edition (24 Jul 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 038059949X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0380599493
  • Product Dimensions: 17 x 10.4 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 192,271 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"A heartwarming book full of tenderness."-- "Library Journal""Hayden is a fine storyteller, recounting the touching bonds that form among the children and between Hayden and her students."-- "The Washington Post"

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They were all "just somebody else's kids" - four problem children placed in Torey Hayden's class because nobody knew what else to do with them. They were a motley group of children in great pain: a small boy who echoed other people's words and repeated weather forecasts; a beautiful seven-year old girl brain damaged by savage parental beatings; an angry and violent ten-year-old who had watched his stepmother murder his father; a shy twelve year old who had been cast out of Catholic school when she became pregnant. But they shared one thing in common: a remarkable teacher who would never stop caring - and who would share with them the love and understanding they had never known to help them become a family.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fantastic Page Turner!, 3 Aug 1999
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This novel is a great novel for anyone interested in working with troubled children. Torey tells a story about her life as a resource teacher in one calender year. It is easy to read, written almost like a diary. It will captivate your interest and you will want to continue reading till the end. When I read this novel, I laughed and I cried. Each event that happens in this novel has you glued to your chair spellbound. Torey tells the story in such a realistic way that it will make you happy, sad, and sometimes angry. I strongly recommend this book for anyone who has or is working with a troubled child.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An honest and moving story, 25 Oct 2005
By Mrs. J. E. Gray "Jennifer Gray" (Birmingham, UK) - See all my reviews
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This book concerns 4 children, each with their separate issues who are brought together under the care of a loving teacher for a period of time in which each child faces their fears in one way or another.

One girl cannot read due to severe beatings by her father which left her with brain damage, and at times during the book, I wanted a miracle to appear on the pages, I wanted to read that her disability had been overcome, (it never did) yet that was the beauty of the book in a way, it was honest and real, and if there had been a magical answer to everything I as the reader would not have experienced such raw emotions. I found the part where Boo is in hospital particularly harrowing.(I have purposely left out the details so as not to spoil it for someone who had not read the book)

At the end of the book I pondered the outcome for a while. It made me appreciate that we are not one life, but several, because whatever happens to each one of us; Loris inability to read, or Boo's autism as examples, affects so many people in the life around us.

It is a heartwarming book and well worth reading.

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC Reading!, 1 Jul 1999
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This is the first of Torey Hayden's books I read, and I doubt it will be the last! Her insights into the troubled minds of her students is nothing less than inspiring, and her ability to adapt to situations is equally so! I particularly enjoyed the flow of the story, as each child was entered into her class; the adaptations that she made, and the means that she used in spite of the "system", to bring each child in to the group. The only point that gives me pause, and makes me think, is the struggles she has when faced with problems. Any educator, no matter how outstanding, can only do so much. It is sad to see, and hard to realize for many, that there are just some children that we cannot "save" from society. My own hope: That when I begin teaching; that I can adapt as quickly, and reach the successes portrayed in this book. I recommend it to anyone; educator, parent, or anyone interested in children. It's a MUST read!
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5.0 out of 5 stars an excellent book
whilst reading this book i had a mix of emotions. At times i laughed untill i couldnt laugh anymore and at times i wanted to cry. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Both Sides Now
This book explores the flexibility and individuality in teaching. Different approaches to teaching mainstream as well as students with special academic needs are examined. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Both Sides Now
This book explores the flexibility and individuality in teaching. Different approaches to teaching mainstream as well as students with special academic needs are examined. Read more
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This book is yet another sterling account of Ms. Hayden's work with children. The pupils assigned to her resource room featured in this book are Claudia, who is 12 and pregnant;... Read more
Published on 8 May 2003

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I've just finished this, again, after having first read it over 15 years ago and it still stirred the same emotions in me !! Sadness, laughter and HOPE !! Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great just great!
This is the 4th Torey Hayden book I have read and I think it is one of her best. My favourite up to now has been One child, but I believe that this book is in the same league as... Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2000 by kathye@excite.co.uk

5.0 out of 5 stars the best book ever!!
This book was soooo good!! I don't think I've ever experienced emotions like when I read this book... Read more
Published on 12 Sep 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars I thought the book was entertaining and easy to read.
I thought this book was entertaining and easy to read. The book reminded me of a journal written on one year spent working as a resource teacher. Read more
Published on 9 Aug 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Remarkable Book
Somebody else's kids is a beautiful written journal by Torey Haden. I loved this book. This book was very insightful and inspiring. Read more
Published on 30 Jul 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars remarkable book
Somebody else's kids is a remarkably beautiful book. Torey hayden is an amazing teacher and a wonderful person. Once I started to read this book I couldn't put it down. Read more
Published on 30 Jul 1999

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