Rowman & Littlefield Education, an imprint of the Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group, publishes books and other resources on issues and concerns of interest to educators and administrators at the K-12 level—as well as to parents, policymakers, and those interested in education at the local, state, and national levels.

Making the comprehension of all topics in education not only a priority, but a definite reality, RLE has answers to the many diverse questions regarding education:

February is Black History Month!

Our featured titles include:

Raising African American Males
Stategies and Interventions for Successful Outcomes
By Theresa Harris and George Taylor
 
“This book has widespread appeal and will attract a multiple audience with interest in educating African American males.” —Charity Welch, JABSE Editorial Board
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Reconnecting, Redirecting, and Redefining 21st Century Males
By H. E. Holliday

“Dr. Holliday's book is refreshing to read because it discusses in detail the state of boys in America and how we must go about the task of assisting them in redefining themselves in our culture. This book examines some the life transitions that most 21st century boys are making in isolation. This book identifies many of the academic, physical, emotional, and psychological adjustments many boys have been forced to navigate alone during their most vulnerable years. It also shares essential advice from experienced male elders that all young men should know and come to embrace while growing up in America.” —Julius "Dr J" Erving, hall of fame basketball player, world champion Philadelphia 76ers
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Every Closed Eye Ain't Sleep
African American Perspectives on the Achievement Gap
By Teresa Hill

Every Closed Eye Ain't Sleep examines the origins and perpetuation of the achievement gap from the perspective of the African American community.  Drawing on dialogue with African American community members, Teresa Hill advances a framework for understanding a predominant African American view of the educational process.
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Understanding Teenage Girls
Culture, Identity and Schooling
By Horace R. Hall and Andrea Brown-Thirston

This book focuses on social phenomenon that impact the lives of adolescent females of color. The authors highlight the daily challenges that African-American, Chicana, and Puerto Rican teenage girls face with respect to peer and family influences, media stereotyping, body image, community violence, pregnancy, and education.

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Cultures in Conflict:Eliminating Racial Profiling
Second Edition
By Martha R. Bireda
 
The suspension and expulsion of ethnic minority students, especially African American males, remains a critical issue in schools today. This book addresses the root causes of racial disparity in discipline.
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