This motivational book identifies what every teacher deserves and needs in order to bring joy and vitality to the work he or she was born to do. From physiological to social and emotional, to love and belonging, to esteem, learn the "must-haves" for creating a welcoming and challenging environment for students. Bringing joy back into the classroom applies to teachers who want to remind themselves every day why they do what they do, and the positive results they get from it. Told through Danny Brassell's inimitable story-and-song style, these anecdotes will remind you of the intrinsic rewards of teaching children to love learning and the powerful role you play as a model in this endeavor. This real teacher will help you bring and keep the joy all year long.