Monthly Archives: November 2012

THE LITERACY COOKBOOK by Sarah Tantillo

I know I’m a little biased, but if you’re looking for an excellent, easy-to-purchase holiday gift (no need to get up early or wait in any lines!), may I shamelessly recommend my new book, which is NOW available. Here’s what … Continue reading

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EXCELLENCE FOR ALL by Jack Schneider

Five pages into this 2011 book, subtitled How a New Breed of Reformers Is Transforming America’s Public Schools, Jack Schneider asserts: “This book is about understanding the world of ideas in American school reform.”  Naturally, I was hooked.  Who wouldn’t … Continue reading

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THE GENEVA TRAP by Stella Rimington

Stella Rimington is not your run-of-the-mill espionage author.  In 1968, she joined MI5, the British Security Service, and after working her way up the ladder through positions involving counter-espionage, counter-subversion, and counter-terrorism, she was appointed Director General (the first woman … Continue reading

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THE URBAN SCHOOL SYSTEM OF THE FUTURE by Andy Smarick

I recognize that a high proportion of my friends are wonks obsessed with education policy who will probably like this book, but really, other people interested in the fate of civilization should read it, too.  Andy Smarick presents a compelling … Continue reading

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