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Book SynopsisOVER HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD A must-have resource for anyone who lives or works with young kids, with an introduction by Adele Faber, coauthor of How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, the international mega-bestseller The Boston Globe dubbed “The Parenting Bible.”For nearly forty years, parents have turned to How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk for its respectful and effective solutions to the unending challenges of raising children. Now, in response to growing demand, Adele’s daughter, Joanna Faber, along with Julie King, tailor How to Talk’s powerful communication skills to parents of children ages two to seven. Faber and King, each a parenting expert in her own right, share their wisdom accumulated over years of conducting How To Talk workshops with parents, teachers, and pediatricians. With a lively combination of storytelling, cartoons,

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Book Synopsis What do we as a society, and as parents in particular, owe to our children? Each chapter in Taking Responsibility for Children offers part of an answer to that question. Although they vary in the approaches they take and the conclusions they draw, each contributor explores some aspect of the moral obligations owed to children by their caregivers. Some focus primarily on the responsibilities of parents, while others focus on the responsibilities of society and government. The essays reflect a mix of concern with the practical and the philosophical aspects of taking responsibility for children, addressing such topics as parental obligations, the rights and entitlements of children, the responsibility of the state, the role and nature of public education in a liberal society, the best ways to ensure adequate child protection, the licensing of parents, children's religious education, and children's health. Taking Responsibility for Children will be of interest to philosophers, advocates for children's interests, and those interested in public policy, especially as it relates to children and families. Table of Contents Taking Responsibility for Children, edited by Samantha Brennan and Robert Noggle INTRODUCTION Taking Responsibility for Children Robert Noggle and Samantha Brennan ONE Raising Children: Who Is Responsible for What? Colin M. MacLeod TWO Parental Responsibility Jan Narveson THREE Children, Caregivers, Friends Amy Mullin FOUR Parent Licensing and the Protecting of Children Mark C. Vopat FIVE Responsibility and Children's Rights: The Case for Restricting Parental Smoking Samantha Brennan and Angela White SIX Political Liberalism and Moral Education: Reflections on Mozart v. Hawkins Marc Ramsay SEVEN Education in a Liberal Society: Implications of Ross Waren Wendling EIGHT Could There Be a Right Not to Be Born an Octuplet? Laura M. Purdy Bibliography Index Notes on Contributors Colin M. Macleod is Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy and the Faculty of Law at the University of Victoria. He is the author Liberalism, Justice and Markets (OUP 1998) and co-editor with David Archard of The Moral and Political Status of Children (OUP 2002). Amy Mullin is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Toronto. She is the author of Reconceiving Pregnancy and Childcare (Cambridge 2005), along with articles in feminist philosophy, the history of philosophy, and aesthetics. She has three children. Jan Narveson is Distinguished Professor Emeritus of the University of Waterloo, after teaching there for more than forty years. He is the author of The Libertarian Idea, Respecting Persons in Theory and Practice, Moral Matters, and various others. He is the father of three and devotes a lot of his life to organizing chamber music concerts. Laura M. Purdy received a PhD from Stanford University and is Professor of Philosophy and Ruth and Albert Koch Professor of Humanities at Wells College, where she has been based since 1979. Her areas of specialization are applied ethics, primarily bioethics, reproductive ethics, family issues, and feminism. She is author of In Their Best Interest? The Case against Equal Rights for Children and Reproducing Persons: Issues in Feminist Bioethics and co-editor of Feminist Perspectives in Medical Ethics (with Helen B. Holmes), Violence against Women: Philosophical Perspectives (with Stanley French and Wanda Teays), Embodying Bioethics: Recent Feminist Advances (with Anne Donchin), and Bioethics, Justice, and Health Care (with Wanda Teays), as well as many articles. Marc Ramsay is Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Acadia University. In addition to children's rights, his current research interests include the role of the harm principle in constitutional law and the relevance of religious beliefs to the law of torts. Mark C. Vopat is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Youngstown State University in Youngstown, Ohio. His research interests are in moral and political philosophy, particularly in the areas of children's rights, education, distributive justice, and justice and technology. He has written recently on issues of justice, religion, and a child's right to an education, as well as on issues in professional ethics. His homepage can be found at www.as.ysu.edu/~philrel/faculty/vopat/Vopat.html. Karen Wendling is Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Guelph in Guelph, Ontario. Most of her publications are on egalitarianism, broadly conceived. She also has a long-standing interest in the political development of children from unfree and unequal subjects into free and equal citizens. Angela White is a doctoral student in Philosophy at the University of Western Ontario. Her research interests are in political philosophy and social justice, health care ethics, and feminist ethics. She has published and presented work on ethical issues related to reproductive technologies, particularly in vitro fertilization and human embryo stem cell research. Her homepage is at http://publish.uwo.ca/~awhite33/.

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Book Synopsis Shattering the Illusion is the first book to gather and comparatively analyze policies addressing child sexual abuse complaints in a selection of religious institutions in Canada. Although there is a substantial body of literature regarding Christianity and sexual abuse, very little of it focuses on religious institutions in Canada and their respective policies. In the foreword, Tracey J. Trothen summarizes the Cornwall Inquiry, out of which this book arose. She then examines the Roman Catholic Church, The United Church of Canada, the Anglican Church, the Mennonite Church, Islam, and the Canadian Unitarian Council/Unitarian Universalist Association, describing in detail the evolution and particular content of policies and procedures that address child sexual abuse complaints directed at paid and volunteer faith community representatives and/ or leaders. She identifies differences and common themes among the approaches taken by the institutions and provides a summary table for an accessible comparative overview. Child sexual abuse is not new, but the emergence of policies to address abuse complaints within religious institutions is. This book identifies significant and shared causal factors behind the emergence of policy and reviews their content carefully. This review will serve as a significant tool for furthering the development of such policies. Trade Review``The disclosures by victims and survivors of the sexual abuse they have experienced at the hands of faith leaders has shaken the foundations of our faith communities and has given us the opportunity to address this long-standing evil in our midst. Tracy J. Trothen has produced a thorough and thoughtful rendering of the history of Canadian faith communities confronting the sexual abuse of children. Her multi-faith approach adds depth to the discussion, allowing the reader to compare and contrast. We need this historical, multi-faith perspective to inform our current efforts and to learn from the past as we face the future. A very valuable contribution to the field.'' -- Rev. Dr. Marie M. Fortune, Founder and Senior Analyst at FaithTrust Institute -- 201207``The book's strongest and surely to be its most lasting contribution is its enumeration of religious institutional policies and procedures to handle complaints. Its focus on development of child sexual abuse policies in twentieth-century Canadian religious institutions makes it original.'' -- Jonathan Anuik, University of Alberta -- H-Net Reviews, April 2013``This is a wonderfully informative book, a must-read for both religious leaders and volunteers in congregational life. Tracy J. Trothen and her team of research assistants have been doing their homework and the result is a thoroughly documented overview of how Canada's major religions have responded (or failed to respond) to the issue of child sexual abuse. Each chapter is packed with facts, resources, and commentary that will help the religious professional and the committed follower alike, and at the close of the book is an excellent summary table. A great resource.'' -- Nancy Nason-Clark, Department of Sociology, University of New BrunswickTable of Contents Shattering the Illusion: Child Sexual Abuse and Canadian Religious Institutions by Tracy J. Trothen Acknowledgements Introduction 1. Child Sexual Abuse in Religious Institutions Research Methods Overview of the Chapters 2. The Roman Catholic Church in Canada Church Structure and Description of the Context Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1960-1980 Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1981-1991 Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1992-2009 Chapter Summary 3: The United Church of Canada Church Structure and Description of the Context Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1960-1980 Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1981-1991 Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1992-2009 Chapter Summary 4. The Anglican Church in Canada Church Structure and Description of the Context Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1960-1980 Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1981-1991 Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1992-2009 Chapter Summary 5. The Mennonite Church in Canada Church Structure and Description of the Context Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1960-1980 Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1981-1991 Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1992-2009 Chapter Summary 6. Islam in Canada Institutional Structure and Description of the Context Approach to Child Sexual Abuse, Including Relevant Statements, Policies. and Practices: 1960-2009 Educational Work Chapter Summary 7. The Canadian Unitarian Council/The Unitarian Universalist Association Church Structure and Description of the Context Approach to Child Sexual Abuse Including Relevant Statements, Policies, and Practices: 1960-2009 Complaints of Child Sexual Abuse and Complaints by Adults of Historical Childhood Sexual Abuse Chapter Summary 8. Gathering the Pieces Themes and Historical Shifts Relevant Differences Between the Identified Religious Institutions Future Directions Summary Table Notes Index

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Book SynopsisA marked change in traditional thinking about children and childhood was promoted by the adoption by the United Nations (in 1989) of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. In the early 90s sociologists in the United States and the UK developed Childhood Studies to promote a holistic view of children's lives, recognition of their competence and agency, and the impact and value of their everyday experiences. As a result of this impetus, different thinking has emerged about the role and recognition of children, the institutions of childhood, and the way we view and treat children in modern societies. This book focuses on research emerging from Children's Rights and Childhood Studies thinking, which has important implications for developing policies and practices to improve children's well being and rights. The author presents the implications of children's rights for six contexts of children's everyday lives: families; early childhood education; schooling; child protection services; health services; and employment.

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Book SynopsisBorn in the Netherlands at a time when girls are to be housewives and mothers and nothing else, Hendrika de Vries is a “daddy’s girl” until her father is deported from Nazi-occupied Amsterdam to a POW camp in Germany and her mother joins the Resistance. In the aftermath of her father’s departure, Hendrika watches as freedoms formerly taken for granted are eroded with escalating brutality by men with swastika armbands who aim to exterminate those they deem “inferior” and those who do not obey. As time goes on, Hendrika absorbs her mother’s strength and faith, and learns about moral choice and forced silence. She sees her hidden Jewish “stepsister” betrayed, and her mother interrogated at gunpoint. She and her mother suffer near starvation, and they narrowly escape death on the day of liberation. But they survive it all—and through these harrowing experiences, Hendrika discovers the woman she wants to become.

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Book SynopsisElizabeth Barker spent years planning and working hard to achieve her version of the American dream - one that is supposed to culminate in parenthood and the role of supermom. But when her first child is born with Down syndrome and a fatal heart condition, her dream suddenly becomes a nightmare. And that’s only the beginning… Liz’s new reality is a detoured obstacle course of life altering encounters, medical mishaps, a breast cancer diagnosis, and cruel hardships. From the moment of her daughter’s birth, she is pummeled with life lessons that no schooling or formal education could have ever taught her. Can Liz keep her sanity and some semblance of her former self alive and well through all of this? Changed by Chance is a courageous story of soul searching introspection about how this champion acquired the necessary life skills to Triumph over Tragedy. Her inspiring journey offers a roadmap to others who may face their own bumps in the road.Trade Review“[Changed by Chance] is a heartbreaking, inspirational story of perseverance through a maelstrom of tragic events that Barker manages to triumph over. The experiences in this book seem almost too harrowing to be true, yet the author’s intelligent, clear prose will keep readers grounded. It’s food for thought for every reader.” —Kirkus Reviews “This stunningly honest and intimate memoir is a moving and inspiring testament to the enduring power of love to strengthen us and heal us after even the most challenging of obstacles have been thrown our way. Liz Barker is the mom we all would wish to be.” —Emily Perl Kingsley, Sesame Street writer for 45 years “Elizabeth Barker had to learn the hard way about being an advocate for health care. Readers will gain inspiration from her tenacity, courage, and passion, and the positive att itude that enabled her to live beyond the loss of her child, as well as part of herself, with a breast cancer diagnosis.” —Jean Sachs, MSS, MLSP, CEO of Living Beyond Breast Cancer “This stunningly honest and intimate memoir is a moving and inspiring testament to the enduring power of love to strengthen us and heal us after even the most challenging of obstacles have been thrown our way.” —Emily Perl Kingsley, author and Emmy-award-winning writer for Sesame Street “Elizabeth Barker’s remarkable story offers valuable life lessons and inspirations. It reminds us to greet others with open hearts and empathy because you simply don’t know the obstacles that they have overcome. It is a compelling tribute to a truly special child.” —Catie Tobin, Head Correspondent, RBC Wealth Management “Liz’s story is so real and relatable. You will be struck by her candor and inspired by her strength. Her 'Angel Moments,' as she describes them, reminds us that we really are spiritual beings having a human experience. You will read some rather amazing, magical moments of synchronicity and foreshadowing. Her grateful attitude has fueled her with positive energy to attract good things despite being challenged by many, many difficult moments in her life. She has definitely 'Triumphed Over Tragedy' and continues on a positive journey. She reminds us all that we can triumph too.” —Nancy P. Ottaviano, WinningEDGE, www.WinningEdgeEvents.com

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Book SynopsisIndie Reader Discovery Awards Winner for Parenting National Indie Excellence Award Finalist Hollywood Book Festival 2016 Honorable mention in general non-fiction Bookvana 2016 Finalist in Parenting/Family Bronze Medal Winner Inspirational Memoir-Female Living Now Book Awards-Books for Better Living When LeeAndra Chergey is told that her son, Ryan, is no longer considered “normal,” she and her family are forced into a new way of handling the outside world. Together, Chergey’s family and a team of carefully chosen therapists put in years of hard work, and eventually teach Ryan to speak and express emotions. Through it all, Chergey follows her heart—and in the process, she learns that being “normal” is not nearly as important as providing your child with a life full of joy, love, and acceptance. Tender and candid, Make A Wish For Me is a story of accepting and tackling a disability stigmatized and misunderstood by society.

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