"This book addresses the pressing issue around why so many teens feel disconnected from their education. Drawing on extensive research, it delves into the systemic challenges within education, the impact of technology, and the growing divide between what students are taught and the skills they need for the future. Through data and real-life narratives, the authors examine how emotions influence learning. They also offer practical strategies for parents and communities to build resilience in teens and encourages us to rethink how we support young people in school and beyond.

The authors� exploration of the emotional side of learning and the invisible obstacles many teens face was eye-opening. The use of data and stories kept me engaged, while the actionable strategies for building confidence in teens felt practical and empowering. I think by using the "explorer mode," we can help teens connect with the world around them. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to better understand how to support today’s teens and help them thrive.

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"Dives into the “Why� our teens are disengaged

Excellent and relevant for parents and teachers.
I like the way this author broke down the disengaged teens into 4 categories and then discussed how each are struggling in their own way.
The research/data was plentiful and thorough. Not persuasive, just informative.
In addition, it gave plenty of suggestions to help at home/classroom that were beyond the “take away tech� philosophy.
I plan to implement a lot of this suggested metacognitive instruction with my students/children as it focused on visualizing our future selves.


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