Steve wasn’t interested in studying because he believed no one cared about him until he met Miss White. It was her care instead of her criticism and punishment that changed Steve’s whole life.
This reminded me of my mathematics teacher Mr. Zhang, one that I particularly liked and respected in my junior school years.
I was doing poorly in mathematics at that time. As a result, I was always feeling down. However, after each test, Mr. Zhang would always announce in class that I had made some progress. Of course, every time I would feel a little embarrassed, and pleased too. And I would make up my mind to work harder in future in order not to disappoint my teacher. So, after one year, I really made amazing progress in that subject. It was Mr. Zhang’s praise that helped me make it. His encouragement changed my life at school and will influence me all my life. I’ve come to realize that I can do anything well as long as I don’t lose heart.
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