Product Description

In this profoundly significant book, author Michael Gurian synthesizes this current knowledge and clearly demonstrates how this distinction in hard–wiring and socialized gender differences affects how boys and girls learn. Gurian presents a new way to educate our children based on brain science, neurological development, and chemical and hormonal disparities.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #109185 in Books
• Published on: 2002-03-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 368 pages

Review
"This book will be picked up by parents eager to learn more of what Gurian has to say." (Publishers Weekly)

"...Do we need this American publication to help us find the way forward? Frankly and emphatically, yes..." (Educational Research, Summer 2002)

"...refreshing to read such an up–beat and positive book...highly recommended to teachers..." (Debate, December 2002)

Edward Zigler, Sterling Professor of Psychology, Yale University, and one of the original planners of the national Head Start program
Defying the political correctness that is today's common wisdom, Gurian and the contributing authors draw on emerging neuroscientific data to justify these perceptions. While never allowing us to lose sight of the reality of individual differences, they suggest creative ways to modify the learning environment to encourage a broader spectrum of achievement in both gender groups.

Ann F. Caron, author of Mothers to Daughters and Strong Mothers, Strong Sons
"Overflowing with challenging ideas and practical advice, Gurian's research offers parents and teachers a true gift-the knowledge and support needed to create dynamic learning environments for both boys and girls."

Customer Reviews

An interesting read
This book is very informative, for both parents and teachers of children of all ages from kindergarden to the high school. Although researched and written in America, it is relevant to the UK and looks at all spheres of learning. It looks at brain based influences on gender and how boys and girls learn differently for physical reasons due to brain development and hormones. It offers advice on how an effective classroom should be adopted to bring the best out in children, offering advice regarding challenging behaviour, dietary recommendations, discipline, SEN, emotional stress issues and the use of mentors to name a few of the many issues covered. It is an easy to read book that would be helpful for NQT's, parents, experienced teachers and those who write educational policys.