Originally published in 1998. This book offers a balanced overview of the issues surrounding boys and education. It looks beyond the often hysterical debate in the popular media to analyse what is happening with boys in the school system and how this can be understood. The authors argue that popular constructions of masculinity affect boys in all parts of their lives: in families, peer groups and work cultures - at home, at school, at work and at leisure. Offering insight into key issues such as literacy, sport, bad behaviour, sexuality, race and ethnicity, and popular culture, this book also looks at programs and approaches to working with boys which have been successful.

What changes more than the weather? Only the size of the smiles on the faces of this book's readers. You'll giggle, guffaw, and gasp with glee as you pore through the pages of this beautifully illustrated, charming story. If you think that a book called "It's Raining, It's Pouring" can't also be warm and sunny, just look inside!

Do you want to do your best when it means the most? Of course There's one thing that's vital for you to know: You will never perform better than your mind will allow. That's where this book makes all the difference. It gives you the focus and confidence to get the edge in every test, whether sports, school, interviews, or sales. If you read this book, it's an advantage for you. If your opponent reads this book, it's a must for you.