An inspirational reflection on the way we bring up children that will resonate with all parents.

David McCullough, Jr's high-school graduation address, dubbed You Are Not Specialwhen it went viral on YouTube, was a tonic for parents, students, and educators alike. Now he expands on that speech with wit and a perspective earned from raising four children and teaching high-school students for nearly 30 years.

In this humorous and insightful book, McCullough takes a hard look at helicopter parents, questionable educational goals, professional university coaching, electronic distractions, and more -- and advocates for a life of passionate engagement.