What happens if you have conducted academic research on children's learning for years and consistently have findings that go against the grain of contemporary teaching practice? And what happens if you then convene an all-star cast of researchers to create principles on teaching and learning based on the research but that doesn't seem to reverse the trend either? While some might give up and stick to their knitting, so to speak, these roadblocks only seem to energize Temple psychologist Kathy Hirsh-Pasek. On Saturday, Oct. 3, the public in New York City's Central Park will have a chance to enjoy her latest endeavor: a free family event called The Ultimate Block Party.