Tough Audiobook (Unabridged)

" The title should be different. If you are looking for a parenting book about how children succeed, this ain't it. The author has a long list of reasons about how children don't succeed and supporting scientific studied and examples. Author basically blames single mothers, poverty, abuse and bad parenting. I eventually had to abandon the book and chalk it up to being duped by the title. "

" There were some interesting stories and idea in this book, but overall it was disjointed. I am not sure I really learned anything or have a clear idea what the author's point was. "

" Tough provided a thought-provoking introduction to important issues in education reform. As someone who hasn't done much reading on this subject, I can't say how many of his conclusions are unique or revolutionary, but I did appreciate the mixture of background information and original reporting. I also enjoyed the last section of the book, which brought the issues to a more personal level. "

" Liked it. Not really earth shattering stuff......kind of thought all of this was true anyway but every teacher and parent would benefit from reading it. "

" Nothing truly groundbreaking "

" Compelling and exceptionally well-written. "

" A must read for every educator...Yes! But also for parents! Steeped in well placed data and concludes with a refreshing appraisal of current trends in education reform. "

" One of the top 2 or 3 books I've read on the topic of education. Provides a great blueprint for how we should approach the education of our children. "

" A good look at character building as a part of education. A sad commentary on today's society where this is neglected in the home situation. "

" I was a little disappointed. I did not really learn anything new. I gave it 2 stars because it was obviously a labor of love for the author. "

" Decent book uses quite a bit of research. Interesting read. "

" This is a book that MUST be read by EVERYONE but especially parents and teachers - If we all could take the time to engage with books like this, we could solve our education crisis. "

" Good info, but I wanted him to tell me specifically how to make my kids grittier. "

" Superb book. There's something in here for everyone. "

" I thought this book was very interesting, and confirming for someone like me who isn't really a natural scholar but made it through college! I think what it has to say about nurturing and the importance of perseverance and other important character traits is important for parents to know about. "