How Children Fail Author:John Holt John Holt was an educational visionary and supporter of radical education reform back in the 60's and 70's before it was popular. This is one of his most popular works along with: How Children Learn, Learning all the Time, and Teach Your Own. John was voted New York State Teacher of the Year, and then soon after quit and was very outspoken abo... more »ut what he felt were serious problems with the methods and attitudes of teachers and administrators in our nation's schools. This book is something of a bible for those who believe that children are capable of Real Learning only when allowed to discover the wonder of the world from their creative and intelligent inner selves, not the external rewards of test scores and adult approval. Very popular with homeschoolers and those interested in alternative education.« less