The book shows high regard for the complexity of teaching and shows an even higher regard for the promise and academic potential of the students we?ve made most vulnerable in our school systems if we choose to act on what we know. Every teacher education program in the country should read this book.

Author: LaShawn Routé Chatmon, Executive Director Published On: 2014-08-12

“All students can and will learn at high levels when provided the type of instruction described in this book . This work calls us to action by mandating that we move beyond looking for student outcomes that rely heavily on the regurgitation of memorized facts to applying the information learned to new situations.  Each child?s life outcomes are dependent on their ability to think critically.  Dr. Hammond does just that in this book.  She uses her mind well, writes effectively and provides analysis on the connection between brain-based science and culturally responsive instruction.  This is a must read for those wishing to have a mindset shift and aptly implement rigorous instructional practices to support all students.” Author: Kendra Ferguson, Chief of Schools Published On: 2014-08-26

” All children are capable of higher order thinking and capable of producing intellectually advanced work if provided the opportunity to learn by caring and capable adults. The research was explained by Hammond. She shows how this can be done even in schools that have grown accustomed to failure. At a time when the nation is trying to close the racial achievement gap, this book will be an important resource. Author: Pedro Noguera, Professor, NYU –This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

The book shows high regard for the complexity of teaching and shows an even higher regard for the promise and academic potential of the students we?ve made most vulnerable in our school systems if we choose to act on what we know. Every teacher education program in the country should read this book.

(LaShawn Routé Chatmon, Executive Director 2014-08-12)

“All students can and will learn at high levels when provided the type of instruction described in this book . This work calls us to action by mandating that we move beyond looking for student outcomes that rely heavily on the regurgitation of memorized facts to applying the information learned to new situations.  Each child?s life outcomes are dependent on their ability to think critically.  Dr. Hammond does just that in this book.  She uses her mind well, writes effectively and provides analysis on the connection between brain-based science and culturally responsive instruction.  This is a must read for those wishing to have a mindset shift and aptly implement rigorous instructional practices to support all students.” (Kendra Ferguson, Chief of Schools 2014-08-26)

” All children are capable of higher order thinking and capable of producing intellectually advanced work if provided the opportunity to learn by caring and capable adults. The research was explained by Hammond. She shows how this can be done even in schools that have grown accustomed to failure. At a time when the nation is trying to close the racial achievement gap, this book will be an important resource. (Pedro Noguera, Professor, NYU) –This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.