"Hebert writes from experience." (Teacher, 2/1/02) "...grounded in theory and experience...recommended at all levels."(Choice, 9/02) "Overall The Power of Portfolios is an excellent book." (Arts andActivities, 9/02)"Provides vivid examples of the ways in which children can becomethe curators of their own work, thus not only advancing their ownlearning but helping teachers and parents understand better whatthey have learned. It's a fine contribution and one that I highlyrecommend." (Elliot W. Eisner, Lee Jacks Professor of Education andProfessor of Art, Stanford University) "At last, a book about portfolios that goes beyond thebuzzwords. Drawing on fifteen years of `hands-on' experience, BethHebert vividly conveys the educational dividends of a genuineportfolio culture." (Howard Gardner, Hobbs Professor of Cognitionand Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education) "A practical and inspiring look at how portfolios can help usunderstand and assess a child's learning. Perfect for use as afaculty book study." (Thomas J. Sergiovanni, Lillian RadfordProfessor of Education, Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas) "This book is a comprehensive guide to creating an ongoingportfolio from kindergarten to fifth grade. An additional bonus,that can be found in the book, is what can be accomplished when astaff works together for a common goal." (Lucy Biles, mediaspecialist, Gaston County Schools)