Paul Tough’s research as a bestselling author unearthed some staggering statistics regarding toxic stress, trauma, noise and instability faced by many students early in life — who now find it difficult to concentrate on classroom tasks.
Paul Tough’s newest book is Helping Children Succeed: What Works and Why. His previous book, How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character, was translated into 27 languages and spent more than a year on the New York Times Bestseller List. He will present a plenary session in Las Vegas.