Richard Selznick

About the Author

Richard Selznick is an author and advocate for children who struggle academically, socially, or emotionally in school. His work focuses on helping parents and educators understand learning challenges with compassion, clarity, and practical insight. Through accessible guidance, Selznick encourages adults to look beyond labels, recognize each child’s strengths, and create supportive paths toward confidence and progress. His writing bridges educational understanding and family support, offering reassurance to those navigating discouragement, frustration, and uncertainty. He is the author of The Shut-Down Learner: Helping Your Academically Discouraged Child, a resource for families seeking constructive ways to help children reengage with learning.