Title:
Educating Ruby: What Our Children Really Need to Learn
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
Overview:
Educating Ruby offers a compelling reimagining of what school should equip children to know and do in a rapidly changing world. Co-authored by Guy Claxton and Bill Lucas, with forewords by Professor Tanya Byron and Octavius Black, the book blends thoughtful theory with practical, classroom-ready guidance. It argues that true literacy for the 21st century goes beyond rote memorisation and exam technique; it is about cultivating confidence, curiosity, collaboration, communication, creativity, commitment and craftsmanship. Drawing on the authors Building Learning Power framework and their work with the Expansive Education Network, Educating Ruby shows how schools can achieve excellent results while developing resilient, reflective learners who view their education with honest pleasure and hopeful purpose. Accessible, evidence-informed and richly informed by voices from pupils, parents, educators and employers, this book invites teachers, families and policymakers to rethink what really matters in education today. It is a practical manifesto for those who demand both high standards and meaningful learning.
What Makes This Book Stand Out:
This isnt another exam guide. Educating Ruby places lifelong learning at the heart of the curriculum, presenting a cohesive case for viewing schooling as a journey that builds transferable skills alongside academic knowledge. Claxton and Lucas articulate a clear, actionable philosophy: learning powerour capacity to think, adapt and collaborateshould be cultivated with intention. The forewords from Tanya Byron and Octavius Black add professional gravitas, while the inclusion of real voices from students, parents, teachers and employers grounds theory in everyday classroom life. The book translates research into practical stepsclassroom routines, assessment that values thinking, and home activities that reinforce curiosityso busy educators and busy families can implement change without uprooting daily life. Its tone is hopeful yet rigorous, making a persuasive case for education that prepares children to navigate uncertainty with optimism and competence.
Who This Book Is Perfect For:
Educating Ruby speaks to a wide audience: classroom teachers seeking a broader pedagogy, school leaders shaping curriculum strategy, and parents who want to support curious, capable children at home. It also resonates with teacher trainees, tutors, and education reform Advocates looking for a credible roadmap to balance high attainment with deep understanding. If youre committed to helping children develop confidence, critical thinking and collaborative skills while still performing well in public examinations, this book provides a clear framework and practical ideas you can start using today. Its ideal for book clubs, staff development days and family study sessions that aim to align schooling with real-world learning.
Key Highlights:
- Balances strong academic outcomes with essential 21stcentury skills
- Centerpiece is the Learning Power/expansive education philosophy
- Forewords from respected education voices add credibility
- Incorporates voices from pupils, parents, educators and employers
- Provides practical, classroom-ready routines and activities
- Offers guidance for home learning that complements school work
- Engages with real-world readiness and employability
- Accessible writing that invites discussion and action
About the Author:
Guy Claxton and Bill Lucas are influential voices in education, renowned for their work on learning power and expansive education. Claxton is a longstanding author and thinker in cognitive development and learning, known for developing the Building Learning Power framework. Lucas is a respected educator and author who collaborates on initiatives around expansive education, aiming to broaden what schools value beyond test results. In Educating Ruby, they bring together decades of research and practical classroom experience to argue for an education that strengthens character and capability while maintaining high achievement. Their collaboration reflects a shared conviction: schools should nurture confident, curious, collaborative young people who approach learning with pleasure and purpose.
Why Youll Love This Book:
If youre seeking a thoughtful, rigorously grounded, yet genuinely practical approach to modern schooling, this is the book to pick up. Educating Ruby offers a clear rationale for prioritising transferable skills alongside core subjects, making it a powerful resource for teachers planning curricula, parents guiding study routines, and policymakers exploring education reform. The books inclusive perspectivefeaturing insights from students and employershelps readers see the real-world value of learning power. Its also a compelling gift for education enthusiasts, tutors and book clubs who want to spark meaningful conversations about how we prepare children for a changing world. Owning this title signals a commitment to education that is both ambitious and humane, delivering a tangible, actionable path from theory to everyday practice.
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