Be the Dream: Prep for Prep Graduates Share Their Stories

By Prep for Prep (Program)

Twenty-five years ago, an elementary school teacher in the Bronx had a vision: No bright, determined, spirited child should be left behind because of the circumstances of race or poverty. Out of that... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565124162
• ISBN13: 9781565124165
• Release Date: June 2003
• Publisher: Algonquin Books
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 1.8" x 6.3"

Customer Reviews

Inspirational

"Be the Dream" is a great inspirational read on hope and success through hard work in academics as told by adults who have survived the inner city hells of America. It is a good book for teachers, who firmly believe in the potential of all their students; for students, who lose sight of their dreams because of mainstream media; for parents who are struggling to not only put food on the table, but are also battling the negative/misguided messages thrown at their kids; and for other inner city survivors who feel that they are alone in their struggle to find justice in this world.I bought a copy for my nephew who is in 10th grade. I plan to buy one for my niece who is in 11th grade, and more copies for my boss and friends who are teachers in the inner cities.I have met and spent time with some of the writers in the book and they are truly inspirational.

Must Read Inspiration Book

This anthology was an incredible read. If you are looking to be inspired, to have your hope reborn, read these stories!! You are guaranteed to look within yourself and say, "Yes, I can!"

Totally Inspiring

The stories in this book are an inspiration to people of all ages. The can-do spirit embodied by these students who chose the path of educational excellence, is a lesson in what can be achieved with the right support, encouragement and good training. When these kids succeed, we all, society writ large, benefit. And after 25 years of success, PREP FOR PREP must be doing something right. Share this book with anyone who doubts the power of possibility.

Be The Dream

A superb read about the stories of gifted minority youngsters whose lives, and the lives they have connected with, have evolved from the most challenging levels of our society with the assistance of the Prep program, community, and Mr. Simons into the talented leaders of present and future.Wondefully inspirational to all who see the need for changes in education and society and especially for those who are unaware of the many ways in which these positive goals can be accomplished today!