Our review of : Making Sense

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne is a novel about an 8-year-old boy, Bruno, who is forced to relocate from Berlin to Poland with his family during World War II. Growing increasingly bored and frustrated at their secluded country home, Bruno sneaks away one day into the forbidden territory next door where [...]

Dumbing Us Down is a scathing indictment of the modern education system, written by former New York City public school teacher John Taylor Gatto. In it, he argues that compulsory schooling does more to indoctrinate children into accepting unquestioningly the prevailing social order than it does to educate them in critical thinking and independence. For [...]

If you are looking for an enjoyable and effortless way to learn Spanish, this book is perfect for you! It includes grammar, common phrases, vocabulary and words, conversations, dialogues and short stories that will help you increase your fluency quickly. Whether you are traveling to a Spanish-speaking country or want to use Spanish in your [...]

In Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain, Zaretta Hammond offers a powerful new framework for culturally responsive teaching (CRT) that is firmly grounded in neuroscience. Drawing on evidence from brain research, she provides teachers with concrete strategies they can use to ensure that all students are authentically engaged in learning and achieving rigorous academic goals. [...]

How to Take Smart Notes is a concise guide to an effective note-taking technique. The book is written by Sonke Ahrens, who used this approach as a student and academic, and has since taught it to students and professionals around the world. The key premise of How to Take Smart Notes is that notes should [...]

In Save the Cat! Writes a Novel, Jessica Brody provides everything you need to know about crafting a novel, from creating memorable characters and building tension to developing themes and plotting your story. Drawing on her years of experience as an author and teacher, Brody lays out the basics in an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide that [...]

This book by Jane McGonigal is all about how to imagine the future and be prepared for it. She believes that through envisioning what we want, we can make it a reality. Through exercises and real-world examples, she shows us how to use our imaginations to create positive change in ourselves and the world around [...]

This is a heartwarming story of a young boy, who due to difficult family circumstances, is forced to grow up fast. He takes care of his little sister and finds solace in the Rocky Mountains near their home. The boy has a deep connection with nature, which helps him deal with the challenges of life. [...]

The Personal MBA is a guide to business mastery written by Josh Kaufman. The book lays out the key concepts essential to understanding how business works, and provides simple techniques for applying that knowledge. Kaufman offers readers a step-by-step program for becoming their own CEO, with sections on accounting, finance, marketing, operations management, and more. [...]

This book is about how to use the power of storytelling to engage, teach, persuade and change your life. Author Matt Dicks draws on his own experiences as a teacher and storyteller to provide guidance for using stories in everyday life. He offers advice on finding and telling your personal story, engaging an audience, teaching [...]

This book provides parents with a guide to help them raise critical thinkers in the digital age. It covers topics such as how to instill questioning mindsets, how to deal with cyberbullying and fake news, and ways for parents to encourage their children’s creativity and curiosity. For who is this book for ? This book [...]

Chip Heath’s “Made to Stick” is a great read for anyone interested in learning why some ideas survive and others die. Through anecdotal stories and scientific research, Heath provides a framework for understanding what makes an idea stick. He offers tips on how to make your own messages more memorable, ensuring that your important ideas [...]