To get the year off to a good start, take a look at some inspiring teacher stories and some great humor and joke sites. And think about having tissues ready, as some stories are real tearjerkers.

As usual, Reach Every Child is the place to start. And remember, we cannot monitor what other sites offer, so it is best to use your good judgment.

Top 11 traits of a good teacher

Are you an average teacher?

Send in the clowns
Fun stories and cartoons about teaching

ClassroomKlassics
Fun and sometimes sad stories about teaching

Inspirations/Humor
Interesting collection of inspiration stories

New Year's Resolutions Lesson Plan
Using New Years as a lesson

Teacher Inspiration
Submitted stories on educational topics

Motivating quotes and poems for teachers

Inspiration for Teachers

Inspirational Quotes for Teachers and Learners

MotivateUs.com

THT: Inspirational Stories

Top 10 Inspirational Movies for Educators

Three traits of good teachers from India

The Hindu: Making of a Good Teacher

The Hindu: Mark of a Good Teacher