The document summarizes key points from the book "Many Children Left Behind" which criticizes the No Child Left Behind Act. The book was authored by several education experts and reformers. It argues that NCLB sets unrealistic standards for schools, especially those in low-income areas, and punishes them if they cannot meet goals. It also claims NCLB has reduced the focus on critical thinking in some states and its standards do not consider student growth or school diversity. The book presents alternatives that could transform NCLB into a more supportive law.