This collection documents John Holt's work as an education reformer, particularly his pioneering work in alternative education, home schooling, and youth rights. Holt published several books on education, among them How Children Fail (1964) and How Children Learn (1967), as well as the newsletter Growing Without Schooling, and much of the collection relates to these publications. Also included are Holt's published articles, book reviews, and reviews of Holt's work. In addition to his writing, the collection documents Holt's personal appearances throughout the United States and Europe. The collection contains correspondence, articles, newspaper clippings, newsletters, and audio cassettes.
