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If you're curious about Acton Academy Lakewood, these books, videos, and articles provide a deeper look at the ideas behind our school.
You don't need to agree with every perspective to benefit from the conversation. We simply hope these resources help you think more deeply about education, childhood, and what prepares young people for a meaningful life.
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If you only read one book about Acton Academy, make it this one.
It tells the story of how the first Acton Academy began and explains many of the ideas that continue to shape schools across the Acton network.
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Abigail Shrier explores why many well-intentioned parenting and educational trends may be undermining children's resilience, independence, and long-term well-being.
Zach Lahn, co-founder of Wonder, an Acton Academy, explains how the Acton Academy model works in practice, illustrating many of the same experiences and systems families encounter at Acton Academy Lakewood.
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The Acton Academy Story
How the Acton model began and why families around the world have embraced it.
The Hero's Journey at Acton Academy
A closer look at the learner experience.
Most Likely to Succeed
A compelling look at why many educators believe school should evolve.
Sal Khan — Let's Teach for Mastery, Not Test Scores
Why mastery learning changes everything.
One minute with Jocko Willink: How do you learn to be courageous?
A brief but powerful reminder that courage isn't something we're born with—it's something we develop by facing difficult things.