Every child is intelligent, resourceful, competent, and driven toward relationship with other people and the world. But not every child grows up believing this about himself. Not every child is invited to show these things to the world. These days, academic...
On a four hour flight from LA to Atlanta last month, I sat beside a bright, well-educated young couple and their 16-month-old daughter. We exchanged pleasantries, which included what everyone does for a living. Once they learned what I do, the parents peppered me with...