Revised Edition of Einstein Never Used Flashcards coming January 20, 2025

Kathy’s award-winning book, Einstein Never Used Flashcards, will be released in a newly revised edition on January 20, 2025. Winner of Best Psychology Book and the Books for a Better Life Award, the book has been widely praised by leading experts in psychology and education, as highlighted below.

“An authoritative, up-to-date playbook on why we should raise our children to be learn-it-alls, not know-it-alls — plus practical advice on how parents can do that!”
— Angela Duckworth, Rosa Lee and Egbert Chang Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and New York Times bestselling author of Grit

“A compelling case to stop drilling — and start making learning fun… This book is a breath of fresh air. It’s anchored in strong science, it’s full of practical tips for parents and teachers, and it’s more relevant than ever.”
— Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking

“Einstein Never Used Flashcards offers an exceptionally clear-eyed — and reassuring — guide to what really matters for your child’s development and how to cultivate a growth mindset. It heralds the return of joyful parenting and real learning — mistakes and all!”
— Carol S. Dweck, PhD, Lewis and Virginia Eaton Professor of Psychology at Stanford University and author of Mindset

“Einstein Never Used Flashcards changed how we think about children and learning. In this outstanding new edition, Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Roberta Golinkoff take on our screen-saturated world, showing how play, curiosity, and human connection still matter most. Smart, humane, and deeply practical, this is essential reading for parents, teachers, and anyone who cares about how children grow.”
— Paul Bloom, Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto and Yale University, and author of Psych: The Story of the Human Mind

“Remaking Tomorrow Podcast: S9, Episode 6 Robert Pianta, University of Virginia” – Podcast, November 6, 2025

“Robert Pianta, professor of early childhood education at University of Virginia and co-author of Kids on Earth: The Learning Potential of 5 Billion Minds, joins Gregg Behr and returning guest host Kathy Hirsh-Pasek to talk about findings from interviewing the world’s kids and how school systems can be transformed using elements found in “not school” learning spaces.” LISTEN HERE…

“Remaking Tomorrow Podcast: S9, Episode 7 Ellen Roche & Kathy Hirsh-Pasek” – Podcast, November 13, 2025

“Ellen Roche, neuroscientist and co-director of Trust for Learning, and Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, author and professor of psychology at Temple University, join Gregg Behr to share the details behind a statement they and other leading scientists issued about the risks of generative AI toys and programs on the social and neurological development of babies from 0-3.” – LISTEN HERE

“Talking the Talk: Helping Kids Find Their Words” – aParentlyspeaking Podcast #111, November 16, 2025

“Language is how kids connect with the world—and as parents, we all want to help them find their voice. In the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner talks with child development experts Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Dr. Roberta Michnick Golinkoff , who are back for a second visit after their episode on their best -selling book,  Einstein Never Used Flashcards.” LISTEN HERE….