How Children Fail

First published in the mid-1960s, How Children Fail by John Holt sparked an ongoing education reform movement. In the 1982 edition, Holt offers fresh insights into children's exploration of the world and addresses persistent issues in classroom learning, grading, and testing, all while emphasizing the importance of trust and authority in education. His profound understanding of children and clear, thoughtful writing have established this work, along with its companion volume, How Children Learn, as timeless classics in the field of education.