Framework for Understanding Poverty

from leighanne85

Very eye-opening. Recommended to teachers and anyone who deals with kids and families.

from AR_bookbird

Reading again to get prepped for introducing to my class in the fall. It is an important book when read with other books focusing on children and families.

from Scarchin

The frustration many teachers have with most struggling students is well explained in this book. The "achievement gap" is broken down into a fundamental disconnect between the value systems and world views of the economically disadvantaged in the system of public education.If, as a teacher, you h...

from wwjules

Fascinating! Everyone who works in education, social services, and the legal system should read this. It is crucial for people to understand that the predominant culture in the US is not the only culture, and that learning how people think and what they value is critical to understanding their ch...

from engpunk77

I think this should be a must-read for educators, and it looks like my school district has embraced all of the tips that have been suggested: the after-school homework period built into the day, the social skills workshops, the programs offered by the guidance department, the organization remedia...