The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth : Popularity, Quirk Theory, and Why Outsiders Thrive After High School (Paperback)

from LisMB

The Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth by Alexandra Robbins is an enjoyable read. This book follows the lives of several "cafeteria fringe" students and one popular, providing insight to their lives. It discusses today's bullying, how facebook and social networks play a role in their lives, and helpfu...

from amusingmother

The book begins by introducing the reader to Danielle, a shy junior who feels uncomfortable during lunch. She has nobody to sit with. There is also a history of bullying in Danielle's past. The author then introduces the reader to a total of 7 "cafeteria fringe" and follow them throughout the yea...

from AnnieHidalgo

This book was like the flip perspective on Rosalind Wiseman's Queen Bee Moms and Kingpin Dads. It made many things about high school culture suddenly comprehensible. After reading the book I just mentioned, I suppose I've been kind of stymied by the thought that kids, or perhaps just other girls ...

from meganreads

With the painstaking attention to detail and narrative developed through embedding herself within interesting populations readers have come to expect from her, Alexandra Robbins has delivered another worthwhile read. This time around she explores the experiences of unpopular kids at many high sch...

from Mykirulz

I enjoyed this book and would agree that the author paints a compelling picture of the "cafeteria fringe". The main characters were very relatable and fleshed out so you come to be invested in their lives. Parents and educators can appreciate the resources included in the book as well as a look i...