Description:
What's wrong with our schools? How can they be fixed? Do they need more money? Should we emphasize the basics and cut out «frills» like art classes? Is multiculturalism an important new perspective?
Now, Paul F. Cummins, a nationally respected writer and educator, offers his new book, 'For Mortal Stakes'. This is a comprehensive view of education, children and society, unique in its progressive, idealistic views combined with down-to-earth practical solutions, 'For Mortal Stakes' should become a major position paper in the national debate on educational and societal values.
This book will offer a rallying point for those who are looking for a reasoned, thoughtful, and compassionate approach to educating our children for the twenty-first century. It should serve as a wake-up call for all who are concerned about what is happening to children in today's society and schools.
Review Quotes: «'For Mortal Stakes' is rich with ideas and solutions to many of our most troublesome school problems. Educators and citizens alike will find it inspiring.» (Ted Danson, Actor and Environmental Activist)
«My father, Ralph Abernathy, and my »Uncle Martin« Luther King would have applauded Paul Cummins, this book, his life's work, and his profound contributions to humanity, as I have.» (Donzaleigh Abernathy, Actress and Human Rights Activist)
«Cummins offers new visions of education and proven paths to realize those visions.» (Jonathan Kozol)
«He øthe author! has written a compelling book for a reader with a conscience... It is easy reading, genuinely exciting and inspiring. It is also powerful. The author illustrates his ideas with true accounts of events and people, with poignant literary quotes, and with research as proof of stated facts.» (Millie Burnett, Ruth Hamm, The Orff Echo)