Dr. Mel Levine, the #1 New York Times best-selling author of A Mind at a Time, presents a compelling argument against labeling children as "lazy." According to Dr. Levine, all children want to be productive, but many are unable to surmount low expectations placed upon them by parents and teachers who ignore the real problems. The Myth of Laziness identifies these problems and offers a wealth of suggestions for helping children achieve their potential.