“This is an essential read for any secondary educator ready to move beyond rote memorization and toward a classroom culture where "hard" is synonymous with "engaging." Dr. Blackburn reveals that if we remove the struggle, we remove the opportunity for the student to own their learning. In her latest work, Productive Struggle in the 6-12 Classroom, Dr. Blackburn provides a vital roadmap for educators seeking to transform the learning experience for secondary students.”—Ms. Allison Wright, 7th-grade Science teacher, Freedom Middle School, Franklin, TN