The Knowledge Gap
The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System--and How to Fix it
What's it about
Wondering why your child struggles with reading comprehension, even after years of practice? You're not alone. This book reveals the surprising, hidden reason behind America's reading crisis—and it’s not what you think. It's a systemic issue that starts in the earliest grades. Discover why the popular focus on reading "skills" is failing students and how a knowledge-rich curriculum is the true key to unlocking comprehension, critical thinking, and future success. Learn the practical, research-backed strategies to fix a broken system and truly prepare your child for a complex world.
Meet the author
Natalie Wexler is a nationally recognized education journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times and The Atlantic, focusing on the critical role of knowledge in learning. A former lawyer and Supreme Court clerk, Wexler's own experience volunteering in high-poverty schools revealed the profound disparities in how children are taught. This firsthand observation, combined with her rigorous journalistic investigation, led her to uncover the systemic issues at the heart of the American education crisis and champion a path forward.
What's it about
Wondering why your child struggles with reading comprehension, even after years of practice? You're not alone. This book reveals the surprising, hidden reason behind America's reading crisis—and it’s not what you think. It's a systemic issue that starts in the earliest grades. Discover why the popular focus on reading "skills" is failing students and how a knowledge-rich curriculum is the true key to unlocking comprehension, critical thinking, and future success. Learn the practical, research-backed strategies to fix a broken system and truly prepare your child for a complex world.
Meet the author
Natalie Wexler is a nationally recognized education journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times and The Atlantic, focusing on the critical role of knowledge in learning. A former lawyer and Supreme Court clerk, Wexler's own experience volunteering in high-poverty schools revealed the profound disparities in how children are taught. This firsthand observation, combined with her rigorous journalistic investigation, led her to uncover the systemic issues at the heart of the American education crisis and champion a path forward.
The Script
You've reached the end of the free preview.