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As a child with Tourette's, Brad was ridiculed, beaten, mocked, and shunned. This story of unwavering determination proves anyone can make their dreams come true. Ends with 20+ motivational tips on living with a disability.
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About the Author
BRAD COHEN is a motivational speaker, teacher and author, and the recipient of Georgia’s First Class Teacher of the Year award. He founded a camp for children with Tourette’s, and has appeared on Oprah. In 2006, Front of the Class won the Independent Publisher's Education Book of the Year Award. Brad’s life is the subject of a Hallmark Hall of Fame Movie. Find Brad at www.frontoftheclassbook.com. Coauthor LISA WYSOCKY is an author, motivational speaker, and owner of a public-relations firm. Find Lisa at www.lisawysocky.com.
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"Brad Cohen's story proves how much is possible when you expect the best of everyone, especially yourself." -- Peter J. Hollenbeck, Ph.D. Professor, Purdue University
"I have observed the magic of Brad Cohen in the classroom. He has turned . . . his life into inspiration." -- Senator Johnny Isakson, Georgia
"This is a story for every underdog, for everyone who has ever stumbled in life." -- Jim Eisenreich, former Major League Baseball player with Tourette's
Book Bonus section is four-page article titled "Special Educator," reflecting the inspiration Brad Cohen brings to his classes. -- People magazine, September 12, 2005
Deciding to be a teacher at age 10, [Cohen] faced many hurdles. Award-winning teacher's latest achievement: this book. -- Instructor magazine, September 2005
First Place Winner, Best Education Book of 2005 -- Independent Publisher 'IPPY' Awards, May 10, 2006
GOLD Winner Book of the Year in Education category -- ForeWord Magazine Book Awards, May 19, 2006
While not imperceptible, the tics rate low when ticking off Cohen's impressionable qualities. Put simply, they just don't matter. -- Marietta Daily Journal, Sept. 13, 2005
[Cohen's] goal in writing the book was to educate [and to serve] as an inspiration for people with disabilities. -- Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Sept. 11, 2005
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