Books:
* "The Sandbox Investment: The Preschool Movement and the American Mind" (2016): This book explores the history and evolution of the early childhood education movement in the United States.
* "Improbable Scholars: The Rebirth of the American University" (2012): This book examines the changing landscape of higher education, focusing on the rise of "new" universities and the challenges they face.
* "The Justice Gap: How Courts Fail Families in Need" (2007): This book analyzes the challenges faced by low-income families in navigating the legal system.
* "Shaping Children, Shaping Society: The Politics of Early Childhood Education" (1995): This book explores the political and social forces that have shaped the development of early childhood education policies.
* "Children at Risk: The Growing Challenge of Child Poverty" (1995): This book examines the causes and consequences of child poverty in the United States.
Articles and Essays:
* "The Case for Early Childhood Education: Why the U.S. Must Invest in Its Youngest Learners" (The Atlantic, 2019): This article argues for the importance of investing in early childhood education.
* "The Promise of Preschool: A National Investment in Early Childhood Education" (The New York Times, 2015): This op-ed calls for greater investment in preschool education.
* "The Future of Higher Education: A Conversation with David L. Kirp" (The Chronicle of Higher Education, 2013): This interview explores Kirp's views on the future of higher education.
Other Publications:
* Kirp has also contributed articles and essays to numerous other publications, including The New York Review of Books, The Washington Post, and The Los Angeles Times.
David L. Kirp's work is widely respected and has been influential in shaping policy debates on education and public policy. His insights into the challenges and opportunities facing American education are particularly valuable.