Troublemakers: Lessons in Freedom from Young Children at School, written by former teacher Carla Shalaby, presents the stories of four young children who have been labeled by their teachers, parents, and schools as “troublemakers.” Shalaby shares poignant moments that highlight the wit, brilliance, and desire of each of these children to be seen and heard. She challenges our perceptions of what leads children to be viewed as willful, outspoken, or attention-seeking in the classroom.
