The Homework Myth: Why Our Children Get Too Much of a Bad Thing by Kohn, Alfie - 2007

NY: Da Capo Press. As New in As New dust jacket. 2007. Stated First Edition. 1. Hard Cover. 0738210854 . First Printing. Quarter bound in publisher's white cloth over tan boards, gilt lettering on spine. 8vo. vi, 250 pp. This is a new, unopened, unmarked copy. Both the volume and the unclipped dust jacket are in perfect, pristine condition. AS NEW/AS NEW. One of the banes of childhood has always been homework, but in "The Homework Myth," renowned educator and parenting expert Alfie Kohn illustrates why this particular annoyance may be unnecessary. Though it has been universally assumed that homework promotes higher achievement, reinforces learning, and teaches study skills and independence, available research and evidence indicates that homework actually provides no academic benefits and can promote conflict among families. Kohn shows how common misconceptions about learning, a mistrust of children, and a misguided focus on competition have led to an increase in time-wasting, counterproductive homework.. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall .