Tools of the Mind gives teachers the tools to ensure every child becomes a successful learner, developing the
underlying cognitive, social and emotional skills needed to reach his or her
highest potential.
Although econometric analyses of these early childhood interventions suggest a
high return on investment, the salient features of these programs (child - centered vs family - centered vs community - centered) and the mechanisms
underlying their success (promoting
cognitive vs non-
cognitive skills) remain a topic of debate.18 — 20