How We Can Help Every Child Succeed with Ross Greene
Summary
Guy Kawasaki interviews psychologist Ross Green about his book, *The Kids Who Aren't Okay*, which critiques punitive school discipline like corporal punishment and seclusion. Green advocates for "meeting every kid where they're at," arguing that fair does not mean equal and that educators should proactively solve underlying problems rather than reacting to behavior. He highlights successful schools in Maine that prioritize collaboration and individualized expectations, urging a systemic shift away from outdated structures that fail struggling students and demoralize teachers.
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