Skullcaps ‘n’ Switchblades: Survival Stories of an Orthodox Jew Teaching in the Inner-City

Skullcaps ‘N Switchblades has been an exciting ride. The book has been reprinted six times and sold over 50,000 copies, which ain’t too shabby considering it was first available only in Judaic outlets. But much more important than the numbers, are the letters and feedback I receive from the readers. Some tell me that they are “non-readers” and that this book was the first one they actually read cover to cover. Others tell me that they’ve reread the book several times throughout the years. One proud fan told me he lost count after reading it more than a hundred times! And I still get emails and notices on social media how adults are now sharing the book with their children and grandchildren. I’m excited to present this expanded version of the book. The original publisher decided to remove several episodes, as they mainly dealt with some negative encounters with various school administrators. I urged for them to be included in that the relationship between teachers and the admin, and in fact, between employee and employer, is a huge part of most people’s working situations. It may even be the most important factor in determining whether you stay on or leave the job. Hope you enjoy the book and it gives you some laughs and inspiration. One huge thing I learned from my students is that we have far more that unites us than divides us. Wishing you all peace, love, and... soul! Read more