Focusing on activists in the Christian fundamentalist movement, this work explains why they object to particular educational policies and practices. It also explores ways that educators might respond, suggesting means by which they might accommodate diversity in religious views.

"It takes a whole village to educate a child--unless the villagers disagree. This cogent analysis of our contemporary disagreements about the role of religion and values in education makes it clear that unless rapprochement takes place, the village public schools will disappear." --David C. Berliner, professor of curriculum and instruction and professor of psychology in education, College of Education, Arizona State University, Tempe"School Wars is a catalyst for those truly seeking common ground around the issues of purpose and governance of public schools. Must reading for educators, parents, and community members looking to make sense of the emotions and conflicts within our schools." --Cile Chavez, educational consultant and former superintAndent, Littleton Public Schools, ColoradoSchool Wars takes an objective look at the controversy surrounding religion and education, and offers educators, community leaders, and parents a better way to understand and respond to the differing world views that lie at the center of this ongoing debate.