Buzz·Posted on Nov 13, 201424 Reasons Why Elementary School Teachers Deserve More AppreciationDo you know how long it takes to get sticky tack off a wall?by Logan RhoadesBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. Being an elementary school teacher is a tough, but rewarding job. View this photo on Instagram 2. Aside from teaching the essential skills needed to advance further in life... View this photo on Instagram 3. Elementary school teachers must also find ways to encourage creativity for their students. View this photo on Instagram 4. And that's more than just introducing them to new books... View this photo on Instagram 5. Or musical instruments. View this photo on Instagram 6. It's dressing up as a character so the students connect with the story in a more personal way. View this photo on Instagram 7. Leading a book parade... View this photo on Instagram 8. Throwing a publishing party for literary achievements... View this photo on Instagram 9. Or giving each student his/her own cloud to hold. View this photo on Instagram 10. Because teachers know that the majority of a child's life will be in the classroom, so you might as well make it an enjoyable experience. 11. Which is why they spend hours decorating their rooms, doors, and the hallways of the school. 12. Or use the whole board to draw out our solar system. 13. All of which are just subtle reminders of the extra work teachers put in. View this photo on Instagram 14. We also take for granted all the life skills taught during elementary school. View this photo on Instagram 15. And often forget how meaningful and important the assignments can be. View this photo on Instagram 16. Whether it's teaching everyone to work together, be respectful, keep things clean... View this photo on Instagram 17. Or having each student contribute to the "Thankful Tree." View this photo on Instagram 18. And if you don't think that makes an impact on these kids, then you're just plain wrong. View this photo on Instagram 19. Because, at the end of the day, each classroom really is it's own family. View this photo on Instagram 20. And like all families, there are some rough patches, but there's also a certain amount of trust and comfort in that relationship. View this photo on Instagram 21. Teachers get to know their student's lives on another level. View this photo on Instagram 22. And when they're gone, they're missed. View this photo on Instagram 23. And even though those small moments of silence are wonderfully enjoyable... View this photo on Instagram 24. Nothing can replace knowing that what you do on a daily basis is actually important and could be everlasting. View this photo on Instagram