Boys and Girls Learn Differently! A Guide for Teachers and Parents - Couverture souple

Michael Gurian′s Boys and Girls Learn Differently explains the biological factors behind male/female learning, what these differences consist of at various developmental stages and most importantly, how this information can be used to build a student′s self–esteem and facilitate learning. Gurian points out that there are no hard and fast "gender rules," but that brain–based research indicates certain tendencies. For eample, he writes, "Boys tend to be deductive in their conceptualizations?girls tend to favor inductive thinking." Gurian outlines what he calls the "ultimate" learning environment for both boys and girls from preschool through high school. He reminds us what it is like to be a sensitive nine–year–old to a turbulent teen and points out that by understanding what are children are going through at different stages in their lives, adults can more effectively help them achieve in school? (Linda Stankard, BookPage August 2001)

"Boys and Girls Learn Differently! offers valuable and much–needed tools to provide boys and girls with true equal educational opportunities. The new techniques Michael Gurian presents here will transform our classrooms and the way parents teach their children in very positive ways." (John Gray, author, Children Are from Heaven and Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus)

"From the beginning of time, parents and sensitive teachers have observed differences in the behavior, learning styles, and focused interests of girls and boys. 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." (Edward Zigler, Sterling Professor of Psychology, Yale University, and one of the original planners of the national Head Start program)

"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." (Ann F. Caron, author of Mothers to Daughters and Strong Mothers, Strong Sons)

"The insights and innovations in Boys and Girls Learn Differently! have been applied in our classrooms with phenomenal success, leading to better academic performance and better behavior. I highly recommend this book to all parents, teachers, and school administrators." (Dan Colgan, superintendent of schools, St. Joseph, Missouri)

"...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)

"...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)

The 10th Anniversary Edition of the Groundbreaking Classic

For Understanding Gender Differences in the Classroom

With this edition, author Michael Gurian and educator Kathy Stevens have revised and updated Gurian′s highly acclaimed book Boys and Girls Learn Differently! That classic work clearly demonstrated how the distinction in hard wiring and socialized gender differences affects how boys and girls learn. In this new edition, Gurian and Stevens present a proven method for educating our children based on both the latest research in brain science and leading–edge practical strategies.

The innovations presented in this book were applied in the classroom and proven successful, with significant improvements in test scores, student behavior, and teacher effectiveness, during a two–year study Gurian and his colleagues conducted in six Missouri school districts. This revised edition also includes new information on a wealth of topics including how to design successful classrooms for both boys and girls in elementary, secondary, middle, and high school.

Praise for the first edition of Boys and Girls Learn Differently!

"Guidance on how to create ′ultimate classrooms′ at all grade levels."
Chicago Tribune

"Calls for many changes if we are to make schools the best that they can be."
American Secondary Education

"Provides guidelines for brain–based innovations that will motivate and inspire everyone teachers, parents, policymakers, and caretakers interested in educating kids."
The African Sun Times

"Combines theory and practical suggestions in an effective, readable text. Recommended."
Library Talk