Drawing from one of the authors' doctoral dissertation written at George Mason University, the authors identify strategies used by exemplary teachers and principals to humanize classroom environments and enable their low socioeconomic status and minority students to overcome the challenges of poverty, cultural differences, and school readiness to succeed academically. In addition to pedagogical techniques, the book also suggests management strategies for implementing changes. No index is provided. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)