The Knowledge Gap

Discover the untold story of the root cause of America's education crisis and the cycle of poverty in "The Knowledge Gap." Author Natalie Wexler reveals a fundamental flaw in our education system: the elementary school curriculum's intense focus on decontextualized reading comprehension skills at the expense of actual knowledge. With research, history, and compelling characters, Wexler sheds light on this overlooked issue and highlights innovative educators who are creating positive change. If you want to unlock the potential of our neediest children and fix our education system, this book is a must-read.