| View Larger Image | Lighting Their Fires: Raising Extraordinary Children in a Mixed-up, Muddled-up, Shook-up World | Hardcoverby Rafe Esquith (Author)
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| | Binding: | Hardcover | | Publisher: | Viking Adult | | Page Count: | 208 Pages | | Publication Date: | August 25, 2009 | | Sales Rank: | 4,831th |
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One of America's most celebrated educators teaches parents how to create extraordinary children-in the classroom and beyondIn his bestselling book, Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire, readers were introduced to Rafe Esquith and his extraordinary students in Hobart Elementary School's Room 56. Using his amazing and inspiring classroom techniques, Esquith has helped thousands of children learn to maximize their potential. In Lighting Their Fires, Esquith shows that children aren't born extraordinary; they become that way as a result of parents and teachers who instill values that serve them not just in school, but for the rest of their lives. Framed by a class trip to a major league baseball game, Lighting Their Fires moves inning by inning through concepts that help children build character and develop enriching lives. Whether he is highlighting the importance of time management or offering a step-by-step discussion of how children can become good decision makers, Esquith shows how parents can equip their kids with all the tools they need to find success and have fun in the process. Using examples from classic films and great books, he stresses the value of sacrifice, the importance of staying true to oneself, and the danger that television can pose to growing young minds. Lighting Their Fires is that rarest of education books: one that explains not just how to make our children great students, but how to make them thoughtful and honorable people. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 9 reviews)
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Every teacher and parent should read this book! by Carol Fordonski (STEVENSVILLE, MD, US)  5 Stars
November 20, 2009
Inspirational and a wonderful guide to help children learn and get the most out of school.
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MUST READ for parents and teachers by M. Busch 5 Stars
October 28, 2009
This book is a must read for parents of school aged kids and teachers. it helps you focus on raising kids with true values, discipline and self-satisfaction in a world that has lost these values. I can't say enough good about the book, you MUST read it. it's easy to read and broken into short sections so even if you don't like to read or don't have time, it's an easy book to read just before bed or anywhere you may have a few minutes of time. As a first time parent, i am terified about my child growing up in a value-less, self-involved society. This book helped me learn what to do to help steer my child in the right direction. i'm a bit more confident about raising my son now. thanks Mr. Esquith for taking the time to write this book!
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Everyone can benefit from this book by Diane M. Davidson (Evergreen, CO) 5 Stars
October 07, 2009
When I first heard Rafe Esquith speaking on the radio, I drove straight to a bookstore and bought his first two books, TEACH LIKE YOUR HAIR'S ON FIRE and THERE ARE NO SHORTCUTS. As a former teacher, I can tell you that they are both excellent. When I saw Mr. Esquith had written a new book and, better yet, was coming to Denver, I had to attend. With his students performing Shakespeare (beautifully) and Mr. Esquith providing (superb) comments, I was not disappointed. The evening was phenomenal, and I highly recommend that readers and book lovers of all ages, not just teachers, try to get to one of his signings.
I just finished the book yesterday, and it was amazing. He teaches kids time management. (Is this taught anywhere else? It should be.) He teaches them life skills such as getting and staying organized. He gives them a love of learning, so that they do extra reading not just because it's assigned, but because the reading itself brings intrinsic rewards. And most importantly, he teaches them values such as generosity, honesty, and humility. The kids learn these traits and keep them for a lifetime.
(Although I am a Rockies fan, I didn't even mind that the book was set at a Dodgers game. Little humor there. Please don't write to me; I am a huge admirer of Joe Torre.)
The lessons Mr. Esquith imparts can work for all ages. We can all turn off the television and read more; we can all toss the video games and play a board game; we can all be more generous, honest, and loving, not just when someone is watching. I bought four copies of this book, and plan to buy more. I highly recommend it.
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He does it with diligence and dignity by Richard W. Hudson (Miami, FL) 5 Stars
October 05, 2009
I have met Rafe Esquith twice at book signings in Miami and was amazed both times by the students who accompanied him. In this book, he addresses some essential, but often overlooked, topics related to values. I am a middle school teacher myself and often find myself falling short. When I am feeling low, I have picked up one of Rafe's books on more than one occasion. Still, I can't help but realize that the teaching of values has been crowded out of our curriculums and only the most diligent teachers are reinforcing what is truly important. What impressed me most in this book was Rafe's dignity. The chapters are framed around the nine innings of a Dodgers game that he has taken some of his students to. Twice during the game Rafe is cursed out by grown men in front of his students. On both occasions, he responds with dignity, showing that he truly walks the talk. This is a valuable text for both parents and teachers who want to do right by children in an increasingly value-absent society.
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SPEEDIEST PURCHASE EVER! by Theresa Reams 5 Stars
October 04, 2009
I can't believe how fast I received this item. It seemed like I just turned off my computer, and the item was already in my mailbox.
Thanks for the great service!
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| The Hobart Shakespeareans
Starring: Ian McKellen, Michael York
Directed By: Mel Stuart
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