Intended for K-8 principals and administrators, this volume focuses on the physiology of learning and how that knowledge can be used in refining the curriculum, formulating instructional methods, and performing an assessment of their success. Sousa (consultant in educational neuroscience) also includes a chapter on working with students who have learning disabilities, are gifted and talented, or are learning English as a second language (ESL). A brief glossary and list of relevant organizations is included. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)