**An essential book for parents to help their children get the education
they need to live happy, productive lives from The New York Times
bestselling author of The Element and *Creative Schools
Parents everywhere are deeply concerned about the education of their
children, especially now, when education has become a minefield of
politics and controversy. One of the world's most influential educators,
Robinson has had countless conversations with parents about the dilemmas
they face. As a parent, what should you look for in your children's
education? How can you tell if their school is right for them and what
can you do if it isn't? In this important new book, he offers clear
principles and practical advice on how to support your child through the
K-12 education system, or outside it if you choose to homeschool or
un-school. Dispelling many myths and tackling critical schooling options
and controversies, You, Your Child, and School is a key book for
parents to learn about the kind of education their children really need
and what they can do to make sure they get it.