So why do we continue to administer this modern cod liver oil-or even demand a larger dose? Kohn's incisive analysis reveals how a set of misconceptions about learning and a misguided focus on competitiveness has left our kids with less free time, and our families with more conflict. Pointing to stories of parents who have fought back-and schools that have proved educational excellence is possible without homework-Kohn demonstrates how we can rethink what happens during and after school in order to rescue our families and our children's love of learning.

About the Author
Alfie Kohn is the author of ten previous books, including Punished by Rewards, The Schools Our Children Deserve, and Unconditional Parenting. He lives with his family in the Boston area.


Book Information
ISBN 9780738211114
Author Alfie Kohn
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Da Capo Press Inc
Publisher Hachette Books
Weight(grams) 262g
Dimensions(mm) 208mm * 142mm * 18mm