Educational: Citizenship and social education

Book SynopsisThe world''s most secretive state, North Korea is a tiny nation with a big voice on the world stage. Since its foundation in 1948, it has gained both friends and foes, and over the years has become increasingly isolated from the rest of the world. Travel is restricted in and out of the country, the government tightly controls the media and an ideology of self-reliance encourages citizens to pledge allegiance to the nation. This book looks at the challenges that lie ahead for North Korea, nationally and internationally, and asks: in an ever-changing world, can North Korea sustain its reclusive identity?

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Book SynopsisExam Board: OCRLevel: GCSESubject: Citizenship StudiesFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018An OCR endorsed textbook.Association for Citizenship Teaching Quality Mark resource. Encourage students of all abilities to develop an enthusiastic interest in contemporary UK society with knowledge-boosting activities and assessment support for the changed content and assessment criteria; produced by the leading Citizenship publisher and OCR''s Publishing Partner.- Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to fulfil their potential by working through a variety of developmental activities that are suitable for all ability levels- Provide opportunities for students to learn and practise the research, analytical, interpretative and evaluative skills required under the 2016 specification- Bring the key issues and concepts in Citizenship Studies to life using a bank of

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Book SynopsisA new boy Theo joins the school. Learn how to start a conversation and make a new friend. Meet the four friends who live on Quirky Lane and follow the stories of how they resolve conflict and strengthen their friendships. Child psychologist, Dr Kimberley O'Brien teams up with children's author Barbara Gonzales and talented illustrator Connah Brecon to create these inspiring childhood adventures and social skills stories.

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Book SynopsisA story to illustrate competition and how it can bring out the best and worst in people. Learn about group dynamics and how to join a group. Meet the four friends who live on Quirky Lane and follow the stories of how they resolve conflict and strengthen their friendships. Child psychologist, Dr Kimberley O'Brien teams up with children's author Barbara Gonzales and talented illustrator Connah Brecon to create these inspiring childhood adventures and social skills stories.

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Book SynopsisA story about honesty in friendships and the importance of compromise. Meet the four friends who live on Quirky Lane and follow the stories of how they resolve conflict and strengthen their friendships. Child psychologist, Dr Kimberley O'Brien teams up with children's author Barbara Gonzales and talented illustrator Connah Brecon to create these inspiring childhood adventures and social skills stories.

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Book SynopsisA story about being pushed out of your comfort zones. And learning about team dynamics and how to work together. Meet the four friends who live on Quirky Lane and follow the stories of how they resolve conflict and strengthen their friendships. Child psychologist, Dr Kimberley O'Brien teams up with children's author Barbara Gonzales and talented illustrator Connah Brecon to create these inspiring childhood adventures and social skills stories.

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Book SynopsisWhat makes a good friend? Learn about different characteristics and how to repair a broken friendship. Meet the four friends who live on Quirky Lane and follow the stories of how they resolve conflict and strengthen their friendships. Child psychologist, Dr Kimberley O'Brien teams up with children's author Barbara Gonzales and talented illustrator Connah Brecon to create these inspiring childhood adventures and social skills stories.

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Book SynopsisWhat happens in engineering and industry when machines break down, the wrong materials are used or the weather overpowers your invention? Inthe processes of engineering and industry, the smallest action can have a huge impact - and put your safety at risk!Cause, Effect and Chaos! explores the relationship between things, their actions and reactions, and what happens when processes don''t go according to plan. From the unfortunate to the truly catastrophic, discover how things work in the world and beyond.Each spread follows a narrative chain with fun illustrations and arrows leading the reader through a different action, process or phenomenon.This highly visual approach, with simple text, makes it the perfect series for imparting STEM and geography concepts.

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Book SynopsisTeach social-emotional competence - the foundation of school and social success - with the NEW editions of the Strong Teens™ - Grades 9 - 12 curriculum! Strong Teens is the fun and easy way to help your students develop the social-emotional skills they need to manage their challenges and succeed in school and life. Developed by a team of educational and mental health experts, this evidence-based, age-appropriate curriculum is Low cost and low tech Proven to help increase students' knowledge of social and emotional concepts and decrease their emotional and behavioral problems Easy to implement with no mental health training required Brief enough to use with any program Through engaging, thought-provoking classroom activities, students learn about emotions and the social-emotional skills they'll use for the rest of their lives: managing anger, reducing stress, solving interpersonal problems, and much more. This scientifically-based curriculum runs for 12 weeks, and lessons are easy to fit into your existing schedule (especially with the new options for breaking them into smaller chunks). Partially scripted lessons, handouts, and worksheets are included - all photocopiable and available as downloads - so teachers have everything they need to implement the program with little added cost or preparation.

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Book SynopsisOffering ideas for different ways to teach PSHE, this is a go-to resource for the busy teacher looking for creative and engaging techniques. It provides tips, case studies and strategies on planning and pitching sessions as well as weaving PSHE into other aspects of the curriculum.The practical advice includes tips for what works with pupils, ideas for group games, ways to make discussions more engaging and proven techniques for creating inspiring sessions. The book explores a range of complex PSHE topics such as social media, sex and sexuality, mental health and British values. This tried-and-tested guidance will help to give teachers the confidence to create accessible and dynamic skills-based sessions which can make a real difference to pupils.Trade ReviewIf you want to renew your approach to PSHE then look no further. This thought provoking text offers really rich support for professionals who want to creatively involve young people in the PSHE curriculum. Case studies , planning guidance and practical ideas abound, framed by a close consideration of underpinning principles which will enable practitioners to tailor their PSHE teaching to their learners. An accessible and engaging read. -- Professor Teresa Cremin, The Open UniversitySian Rowland has written a comprehensive, practical guide to teaching PSHE with passion & heart. Whether you are a teacher of PSHE or responsible for whole school provision, read this book - and learn from one of the best. -- Mal Krishnasamy, Director of MalCPD Education Consultancy & CoachingFrom how to approaches for policy and planning, to meaningful engagement with children, their families and governors, this book is one of our go to books that we'll recommend to primary schools to deliver PSHE that's fit for purpose. It's bursting with examples, ideas and real world case studies, to help you forge authentic partnerships between school, children and home. -- Lizzie Jordan, CEO & Founder Think2SpeakTable of ContentsIntroduction; 1. Looking at the bigger picture; 2. Planning your PSHE programme; 3. Teaching and learning in PSHE; 4. Making PSHE outstanding; 5. Moving beyond the PSHE curriculum; 6. Taking the next steps; Appendix I - Ten principles for teaching PSHE Education

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Book SynopsisCreate an inclusive classroom for all with these fun and accessible activities for PSHE, Citizenship and Religious Education lessons. Each lesson is tailored for children working below National Curriculum levels and includes a learning objective, the resources needed, the main activity, a plenary and a consolidation activity to help support children's understanding. These subjects are key to teaching children the concepts of self-awareness, independence and community, which can be difficult to teach to children with SEN but are vital for their self-esteem and mental wellbeing.The activities in this book have been specifically designed to promote fine and gross motor skills and utilise lots of visual stimulus, which is important for working with children with SEN. This straightforward and practical book offers you 101 creative classroom activities for teaching Citizenship, PSHE and Religious Education to pupils who are working below national curriculum levels, as well as mapping the range of additional skills they will acquire.Trade ReviewAs with the other titles in the series 101 Inclusive & SEN Citizenship, PSHE & Religious Education Lessons provide a fantastically clear, simple and practical resource that can be used by teachers in all settings. Whilst there are specific learning objectives for each activity, the implicit focus of them all is on the development of self-concept and mental wellbeing. That the book covers these vital areas with activities that are fun and engaging is testament to the extensive practical experience Claire and Kate have in walking the talk. -- Jamie Galpin, Developmental Psychologist at The Bridge London TrustThis book is great for those days when the sheer volume of teaching resources online gets too overwhelming. There are a range of simple and creative ideas for classroom activities, which educators can easily sieve through, and adapt for children in their own classes. For teachers who are new to teaching Religious Education, this book also offers some helpful ways to introduce faith and belief into the classroom, and start to implement a locally agreed RE syllabus. -- Tracy Edwards, Associate Director of Teaching School, Swiss Cottage School, Development & Research CentreThis book will prove invaluable to all teachers. The lessons and activities are well thought out, well structured and easily resourced, reducing the workload of teachers and ensuring that all children can be fully included in their R.E., PSHE and Citizenship lessons. -- James Malone, Deputy Headteacher Hollingworth Primary SchoolWhat a great resource for a busy teacher! I have always found PSHE and RE sessions tricky within a special setting, but this book helps with the different aspects of these subjects and makes it work for children with SEND. The layout makes it easy to flick through the book to find ideas or activities that you are looking for.This book includes aspects of mindfulness and wellbeing which is so important for my class and the inclusion of gongs etc. is something I hadn't thought of before! -- Virginia Truss, special needs teacherTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Starters. 2. PSHE & Citizenship: Emerging. 3. PSHE & Citizenship: Developing. 4. PSHE & Citizenship: Securing. 5. Religious Education: Emerging. 6. Religious Education: Developing. 7. Religious Education: Securing.

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Book SynopsisProviding services that are culturally relevant is an ongoing challenge for practitioners, managers, and policy-makers within the social services. Culture and Child Protection is a concise exploration of the close links between social service practices and cultural values which offers a culturally sensitive model of child protection practice.The authors demonstrate the ways in which a combination of personal, professional and societal attitudes often influence practice decisions. In a context where children from ethnic minorities dominate the welfare statistics of the Western economies, the authors argue against a reliance on rigid approaches to working with particular ethnic groups. They propose effective alternative strategies that will assist social workers in responding appropriately to diverse cultural needs and circumstances. Implications of cultural difference are also considered with respect to class, socio-economic group, gender and age, reinforcing the need to recognise broader interpretations of difference within practice. This book is full of integrated examples and case studies and also discusses wider practice issues, such as working with offenders, the impact of funding restraints and the dynamic of reflexivity in practice and supervision.Culture and Child Protection is a key text that will help social workers and culture academics to understand the ways in which cultural thinking affects and shapes child protection practice.Trade ReviewThe book offers a thoughtful analysis of the complexity of child protection work and of the influence of the specific cultural contexts, of practitioners and clients alike, on effective child protection decision-making. It offers approaches for valuing both the professional initiative of workers and the inclusion of clients in service provision. -- Community CareI enjoyed reading this book. It covered more than I initially thought it would. The reader is comfortably and systematically introduced to the possibility of considering the meaning and implications of culture in child protection work. -- Te Awatea ReviewThe book has been written for both practitioners and researchers in the domain of child protection. It is also concerned, as previously mentioned, with offenders against children and such offenders are viewed in a compassionate light since very few actively seek to hurt children, albeit their offences against children are likely to be damaging. The aim of the book is to contribute positively towards the protection of children, families and improving the relationships of children, families as well as offenders against children. -- Police Journal and Internet Law Books ReviewTable of ContentsPreface. Part One: Culture and Child Protection Work. 1. Culture, the Client and the Practitioner in Child Protection Work. 2. Culturally Reflexive Responses in Abuse Work. 3. Ethnic Culture, Child Protection and the Professional Environment. Part Two: Working with Cultures in Child Protection. 4. Childhood Cultures, Care and Protection Work. 5. Family Cultures and Protecting Children. 6. Cultures of Risk, Offending and Good Lives. 7. Culturally Reflexive Theory and Practice in Child Protection. 8. Further Thoughts. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisWhat are friends and why do we need them? How do we talk to our friends and how do we listen to what they have to say? What is peer pressure and how do we deal with it? Many children identify friendships as being a vital part of achieving emotional well-being, but some children experience difficulties both initiating and maintaining friendships. This fun and accessible programme contains detailed instructions and photocopiable handouts for teaching children about friendship. The book combines group activities, individual work, homework exercises and games, and will be especially useful for groups containing children with developmental and social difficulties, such as ADHD or autism. Developed in an inclusive classroom, this programme will arm children with useful strategies to deal with difficult situations such as negative peer pressure and conflict.What is Friendship? is ideally suited for use with children aged 7-11, but can be adapted for younger children or older children with developmental difficulties. It includes all the resources required to facilitate the programme and can be delivered by any professional involved in the education or care of children.Trade ReviewThe flexibility offered by this book is therefore one of its key strengths. I certainly feel that the exercises could be used "as is" or tailored to a specific situation or context as required. On a practical level, the book could be a very helpful time-saving device for busy professionals who want a tried and tested "off the shelf" resource. However, I also think that a book like this can stimulate the generation of new ideas - serving as an "inspirational tool". -- British Psychological Society, DebateTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1: What is a Friend? Introduction. Ground Rules. What is a Friend? Who are our friends? Conclusion and homework: How do we make friends? 2: How do we Choose our Friends? Introduction and review of homework. What do we look for in a friend? Conclusion and homework: How do our friends help us? How do we help our friends? 3: How do we Communicate with our Friends? Introduction and review of homework. How do we talk to our friends? How do we listen to our friends? How do we use our bodies to show that we are listening? Conclusion and homework: What can stop us listening? 4: How do we Resolve Conflicts? Introduction and review of homework. Why do we have conflict? What can we do about conflict? How do we deal with conflict? Conclusion and homework: Conflict questionnaire. 5: How do we Deal with Peer Pressure? Introduction and review of homework. What is peer pressure? Who makes our decisions? Positive and negative peer pressure. How do we deal with negative peer pressure? Conclusion:Preparing to say goodbye. 6: What have we learnt? Introduction. Who are our friends? As decided by the group. Friendship pie. Conclusion and Goodbyes. Appendix: Extension and ideas. Handouts.

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Book SynopsisTo be successful in today's world, all children need to become competent in emotional, social and organisational skills. This book of easy-to-implement strategies will be an invaluable tool for teaching these essential life skills to children of all abilities.Each chapter provides objectives, lesson ideas, activities and photocopiable worksheets, and adopts an engaging theme appealing to a wide range of interests including science, music, cookery and sports. From developing organisational skills by making use of timetables, reports and note-taking, to promoting self-esteem by creating acrostic poems, Set for Success offers a series of structured yet fun-filled exercises that cater for all learning styles and levels of emotional and social proficiency.This practical resource is ideal for children aged 3-10, and the activities can be easily adapted for older children who need extra support in developing emotional, social and organisational skills.Trade ReviewActivities in the book concentrate on being organised, persistent, confident and sociable, as well as being able to regulate one's own emotions, attain more independence and communicate effectively. Each of the chapters in the book provide lesson ideas, aims and objectives. -- SNIPThis book is aimed at primary aged pupils and designed to help improve emotional, social and organisational skills. The philosophy of the book is that success breeds success and so with help, children are more likely to experience positive outcomes if these skills are honed. Activities in the book concentrate on being organised, persistent, confident and sociable, as well as being able to regulate one's own emotions, attain more independence and communicate effectively. Each of the chapters in the book provide lesson ideas, aims and objectives. The requirements for the activities which span many curriculum areas, such as science, technology, music, sport, literacy and numeracy, are all included. Worksheets are photocopiable and the activities cater for a range of learning styles and levels of competency. Although aimed at the primary age group many activities would be suitable for adaptation for older pupils. -- Special Needs Information PressTable of ContentsForeword. 1. Overview. 2. Getting Organised - Science Themed. 3. Being Persistent - Music Themed. 4. Becoming Confident - Numeracy Themed. 5. Sociability - Creative Arts Themed. 6. Regulating Emotions - Sports Themed. 7. Attaining Independence - Literacy Themed. 8. Communicating Effectively - Technology Themed. 9. Relaxing and Energising - Cooking Themed. 10. Rights and Responsibilities - History Themed. Conclusion. References. Puzzle Solutions.

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Book SynopsisPacked with fun sessions and practical group activities, Working with Young Women presents a multitude of opportunities for young women to build self-esteem, confidence and assertiveness. From art activities to life story work, the author offers ideas for a wide range of projects, games, discussions, drama and role-play to engage and motivate. Issues covered include body image, positive relationships, bullying, keeping safe and healthy lifestyles. This second edition has also been updated and includes a new section on gender and stereotyping. The book features guidelines for facilitating effective group work, ideas on how to get started, and evaluation techniques to end on a positive note. The activities are appropriate for all young women aged 13 to 19, and include suggestions for those who have special educational needs and adaptations for one-to-one work. This book will be essential reading for anyone working with young women, including youth workers, PSHE teachers, pupil referral unit workers, Youth Offending Teams and voluntary sector youth leaders.Trade ReviewThis book is likely to be helpful to parents as well as professionals and educationalists. Its main strength is the fact that it uses a lot of examples and gives clear instructions about how to manage the groups, and the material can be adapted for individual sessions too. Many parents and teachers might find the ways in which it addresses certain topics particularly helpful, such as those about relationships, when tackling such issues in classrooms or in conversations with children younger than 13 years... overall, this book is a very enjoyable and worthwhile read! -- Youth in MindThis book is a wonderful resource for anyone working with groups of young women whether it is in school, youth clubs or voluntary organisations. The language used is extremely clear and works well for the instructional purpose of the book... I am very impressed by the activities presented in this book and how much thought has obviously gone in to each one. The activities are thoroughly explained and include a list of resources needed which rarely run to more than basics such as paper and pens. Vanessa Rogers has obviously worked through each activity numerous times and knows that they work. She brings her extensive experience and knowledge to this resource making it an asset to those who use it. -- The SL JournalThere are some imaginative and thought-provoking ideas, many of which are likely to trigger considerable levels of discussion from participants, covering a range of topical and poignant issues which may impact, to varying degrees, on the lives of young women. There is a clear focus throughout on empowerment, which is commendable. -- British Journal of Community Justice, Sarah Hilder, Senior Lecturer in Community and Criminal Justice, De Montfort UniversityThe book is a helpful and lively resource for working with young women, pulsing energy and generating thought and discussion for participants. Clearly marked pages indicate permission to copy an use in relation to the group sessions which seek to help young women from 13-19 years old in settings as various as youth groups, clubs, schools and colleges, for PSHE teachers, youth offending teams and for voluntary sector youth leaders... A comprehensive introduction acquaints the reader with the kinds of questions likely to arise around group work with young women. Practical advice for setting up groups, size, age appropriateness, and compatibility, for example... This could be a much-used resource in many different settings because of its recognition of issues involved and its versatility. The energy and optimism underpinning the activities fit the reality of young women with future selves to develop... This book recognises and addresses the energy radiating from young women and provides a wealth of activities to embrace the many areas of life and self with which they are living, encountering, struggling with or coming to terms with. The variety of activities means great potential, great scope for developing all group members' awareness of self, individual needs, traits, highlighting positive attributes and finding support from others, identifying with the difficulties of others, and discovering similarities. This is a lively, stimulating contribution to this area of work, with awareness of the differing levels of literacy and provision for alternative methods such as art work, colours, music, as ways of working effectively... in many cases, nothing is needed, which provides the opportunity to launch straight in without spending money or time on setting up the session, an important element of this book, because when resources are scarce and funding is low, it can make the difference between a group happening and not happening... This book of exercises is stimulating and highly motivating and could be used either as a course format, spreading over a few weeks of work on single issues when working with one person. Because many of the exercises are adaptable and user friendly, this could lead to further learning and development. -- The Independent Practitioner, Mary Garland, Counsellor in a private practice in ManchesterTable of ContentsAcknowledgements/Contributors. Introduction. 1. Setting up a young women's group. 2. Getting started. 3. Self-esteem and body image. 4. Healthy lifestyles. 5. Positive relationships. 6. Gender and stereotypes. 7. Endings. Useful websites.

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Book SynopsisWorking with Young Men offers a wealth of positive group activities to engage, motivate and meet the needs of young men.Designed to help them improve their self-esteem, raise confidence and develop leadership skills, this book is full of fun and imaginative games and activities that explore issues such as anger, peer pressure, risk-taking and emotional health and well-being. This second edition is fully revised and updated to include 22 new activities ranging from creative warm-ups that develop communication skills to visualising anger through painting and exploring positive relationships through quizzes and group work. This book will be a resource that will be used again and again by anyone working with young men, including youth workers, PSHE teachers, pupil referral unit workers, Youth Offending Teams and voluntary sector youth leaders.Trade ReviewI can thoroughly recommend this book for anyone working with groups of young men. It would be ideal for youth workers, youth offending teams, and schools. Some of the activities could be used by counsellors to supplement one-to-one work... Each activity is very simply explained, and gives the user advice on how to facilitate the session. It materials are required, they are often minimal such as flip chart, paper, or paints, but many of the activities do not require materials. Additionally, some of the pages are clearly marked to indicate permission to photocopy them, which obviously assists the youth worker... At the back of the book is a list of useful websites, including the author's own, for further information. Most of the activities would be equally useful for use with young females, though I believe there is a separate book available for them by the same author... In summary, I would say this is an excellent and helpful resource and good value for money. -- The Independent PractitionerWorking with Young Men is a useful resource book for anybody leading groups for young men. The activities are extremely varied and incorporate a wide breadth of activities that explore personal, social and emotional issues that young men face in day to day life. The activity sheets are very easy to follow. In particular, the aims of the activity, the equipment needed and the instructions are clearly are laid out. The activities could easily be applied to a range of different settings such as schools, youth clubs or even sports clubs. Mostly, they require few materials, which mean they are easy to set up and inexpensive to run... Overall, 'Working with Young men' offers inspirational ideas for experienced group leaders. The easy to follow layout of the book makes it ideal for pre-planning activities, as well as quick referencing the instructions whilst the group is running. -- Youth in MindThe activities are diverse and take into account the differences in how young men learn...From warm-ups that build confidence to more in-depth exercises, Rogers; approach is simple, creative and informative. -- Children & Young People Now, Shane Ryan, chief executive officer, Working With MenTable of ContentsAcknowledgements/contributors. Introduction. How to set up a young men's group. 1. Getting started. 2. Developing communication skills. 3. Expressing emotions. 4. Exploring values and attitudes. 5. Taking risks. 6. Working together. 7. Endings. Useful websites.

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Book SynopsisThis is a fun, imaginative and creative resource designed to help children aged 7--13 get thinking and talking about their feelings and the issues that affect their lives.It is packed full with games and activities that help children explore their emotions and express themselves positively. Activities surrounding issues such as peer relationships and friendships, bullying, offending, participation and citizenship are designed to build self-esteem, raise aspirations and increase motivation. They will also enhance emotional well-being and develop protective behaviours, encouraging children to speak out rather than act out, and helping to keep them safe and happy.This is an ideal resource for all those working with children and looking for new and exciting ideas for games and activities, including teachers, youth workers, social workers and counsellors.Trade ReviewThis interesting resource book, written by a qualified teacher and social worker, contains 45 activities exploring feelings with children and young people. Sections cover: Making the Rules; Getting to Know Each Other; Expressing Yourself; Making Friends; and Endings. There are useful resources such as a parent/guardian consent form and ideas for group rules and antioppressive practice. Many of the activities include pages that can be photocopied (indicated by a tick mark in the top corner). Fun activities include My Home, Feeling Valued, Follow the Crowd and Jealousy Bag. Each activity is clearly explained, with sections covering the aim, what is needed and how to do it. -- Play TherapyThis book is full of ideas for games and activities that can be used with individuals or groups to facilitate emotional expression and/or socialization as well as promoting self-esteem. It could be successfully used for PSHE or circle time by teachers, but is also likely to be useful for other professionals e.eg. youth workers, counselors. -- Youth in MindThe book outlines a programme of games, activities and worksheets. The programme consists of five themes:· Making the Rules· Getting to Know Each Other· Expressing Yourself· Making Friends· Endings... what makes this book useful is that these resources are accompanied by a clear aim and methodology for using each resource, almost akin to a lesson plan. -- National Centre for Guidance in Education, Ireland.This book is designed to help children and young people identify and express feelings in an honest and appropriate way, within a group setting. The exercises are drawn from the author's experience in areas of teaching and youth work both at practitioner and management level... The activities and games in this book are simple to learn and most require a minimum of preparation. They are fun and accessible, and will encourage children and young people to express themselves within a group setting. However, all practitioners would be advised to be selective when using the exercises, and always with the client group and psyche at the forefront of the work. -- Jude Kidd, Freelance dramatherapist and supervisor * Dramatherapy *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. Part 1. Making the Rules. 1. Parent/Guardian Consent. 2. Consent Form. 3. Group Rules. 4. Group Graffiti Wall. 5. Individual Contracts. 6. My Action Plan. Part 2.. Getting to Know Each Other. 7. Introduction Circle. 8. My Timeline. 9. My Desert Island. 10. Spider's Web Map. 11. Share/Not Share. 12. Secrets. 13. The Truth, The Whole Truth... 14. This is Me! 15. Attitude Scale. 16. Colours. 17. Helping Hand. 18. Would You...? 19. Feelings File. 20. Things About Me. Part 4. Expressing Yourself. 21. Picture Pairs. 22. Act Out Feelings! 23. Talk, Talk. 24. Reflective Listening. 25. Don't Laugh At Me! 26. Images. 27. Late for School! 28. That Makes Me Angry! 29. I Don't Want To! 30. My Home. 31. Name That Feeling! 32. Feeling Valued. Part 5. Making Friends. 33. Friendship Line. 34. Magic Spell for a Friend. 35. Follow the Crowd. 36. Jealousy Bag. 37. Get Knotted! 38. My Space. 39. The Bus Stop. Part 6. Endings. 40. Positive Thoughts. 41. Today I... 42. Faces. 43. Circle Time. 44. Picture This. 45. Headlines. 46. Gifts.

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Book SynopsisFor young people, alcohol can be easy to access, but how do they know how much is safe to drink? What if they don't want to drink but all their friends do? Do they know what the effects of drinking alcohol are? This hands-on resource will help young people understand all the facts about alcohol, encourage them to think about and discuss the issues, and help them make positive choices. It is packed with engaging and imaginative activities that explore issues such as safe drinking, peer pressure, risks, the effects of alcohol, and alcohol and the media. Activities range from fun group games and challenging quizzes to role-plays and thought-provoking discussions, and are suitable for young people aged 13–19, in groups or one-on-one. This second edition is fully updated and contains many new activities.This resource will be invaluable for anyone working with young people, including teachers, youth workers, alcohol support workers, social workers, and youth offending teams.Trade ReviewI will be accessing Vanessa Rogers' other texts on cyber bullying and relationships in the hope that they are as practical and innovative as I found aspects of this book to be. -- Association for Social Workers inn Aotearoa New ZealandTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. About the Author. Introduction. Warm-ups. Activities. Review Tips. Ground rules. Alcohol Information. Short history of alcohol. Alcohol - the effects. Drinking responsibly. UK and Republic of Ireland units and legal information. USA units and legal information. Canada units and legal information. Australia units and legal information. Tips for safer drinking . Warm ups. Pour Me a Drink! Alcohol Ball. Categories. Taking Risks. Hot Seat Circle. Hangman. Alcohol Wordsearch. Did You Know? Name the Country. Activities. Exploring Positive and Negative Peer Pressure. Have a Drink. Influencing Exercise. More Likely or Less Likely? Why Drink? Alcohol Value Maps. Alcohol Drama. Mixed Messages. What's in a Drink? If I Made the Law. Society - who does alcohol harm most? Bottles. Alcohol Body Map. Control Measures Discussion. Understanding Units. Alcohol and Gender. Alcohol and the Media. Helping Hand. Would Have / Should Have. A Day in the Life. Emergency Room. Soap Street. Review Tips. 43. True or False Review. Three Things Circle. One Thing. Word Box. 47. Review Quiz. Review Quiz Answers. Additional Support.

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Book SynopsisMany teenagers will come into contact with drugs, but do they know all the facts about drugs? What should they do if they feel pressured into taking drugs? Do they know the effects of taking drugs, and what the consequences might be?This resource is packed with activities that inform young people about drugs, encourage them to think and talk about their values and attitudes to drugs, and help them make positive choices. The engaging activities explore different types of drugs and their effects, and issues such as risks, consequences, peer pressure, attitudes to drug-taking, and drugs and the media. This second edition is fully updated and contains many new activities.With fun and imaginative activities ranging from ice-breakers and quizzes to role-play and poster-making, this book is suitable for use with young people aged 13–19, in groups and on-to-one. Teachers, youth workers, drug support workers, youth offending teams and social workers will all find this an invaluable resource.Trade ReviewThis is clearly written and easily accessed workbook that sensibly includes both legal and illegal drugs, written by an author who clearly know her subject and her audience... straightforward and accessible, the activities are laid out well and easy to follow, with lots of tips and suggestions. -- BACP Children & Young PeopleThere is a diverse collection of activities suitable for use with young people aged 13-19, covering a wide range of drugs, and divided into Warm-Ups, Activities and Review Tips. They are simple, stimulating and imaginative, allowing every reader to choose those appropriate for their own setting. -- Nasen Special MagazineTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. About the Author. Introduction. Ground rules. Part 1. Drugs Information. 1. Drug classification. 2. Illegal drugs and health risks. 3. Prescription drugs. 4. Over the counter drugs (OTC). 5. Herbal remedies. 6. Legal highs. 7. UK and Northern Ireland – Drug Misuse Act (1971). 8. USA – Controlled Substances Act (1970). 9. Involving parents and carers. Part 2. Warm Ups. 10. Definitions. 11. Stereotypes. 12. Drug Chair Swap. 13. Drug Pairs. 14. Describe It! 15. I Heard. 16. Drugs Wordsearch. 17. Word Scramble. 18. Drug Quiz. 19. Drugs in Sport Warm Up. 20. Work Scatter. Part 3. Activities. 21. Challenging the Stereotypes. 22. Drug Risk Continuum. 23. Making Decisions. 24. How I Learn. 25. Drugs – Problems and Benefits. 26. Acceptable/Unacceptable. 27. What Happens Next? 28. Drugs Jenga. 29. Exploring Attitudes to Cannabis. 30. Why Do Drugs? 31. Legal Highs. 32. Basic Drug Sorting Game.33. Posters. 34. Risks and Skills. 35. Media Watch. 36. Drugs, Alcohol and the Media. 37. Drugs and Medicine. 38. Prescription, Herbal, OTC or Neither? 39. Stimulant, Depressant or Hallucinogen? 40. Finding Out About Drugs. 41. Drugs in Sport Debate. 42. Walk On By? 43. Building Support Circles. Part 4. Review Tips. 44. Be Safe. 45. Drugs Bag. 46. Three Things. Additional Support.

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Book SynopsisFor many young people, smoking is everywhere – people on television and in films smoke, their parents might smoke, and many of their friends will probably smoke. If everyone else is doing it, why shouldn't they?This resource is packed with activities that inform young people about the facts and help them to think and talk about all the issues related to smoking so that they can make positive, informed choices. The activities consider how smoking can affect health, addiction, how to cope with peer pressure, smoking and the media, young people's attitudes to smoking, and smoking and society. Activities on giving up smoking, support and motivation are also included.These fun but informative activities will be great to use with young people aged 13–19, in groups and on-to-one. Teachers, youth workers, drug support workers, youth offending teams and social workers will all find this an invaluable resource.Trade ReviewThe book is a great way for teachers to introduce the topic and provide young people with factual information about smoking, including some of the health risks and media perceptions. -- Youth in MindHer book, subtitled Activities to explore smoking issues with young people, supports the development of creative youth work and social education... an ideal aid to youth workers who want to enable young people to make an informed choice as to whether or not to smoke. -- BACP Children & Young PeopleVanessa Rogers has written a book full of resources and activities to help teachers inform and educate young people... This book is equally helpful in PSHE sessions, one-to-one conversations or whenever the topic of smoking is raised in class. -- Special MagazineTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. About the Author. Introduction. Ground rules. Part 1. Tobacco Information. Part 2. Warm Ups. Part 3. Making Decisions About Smoking. Part 4. Health. Part 5. Marketing and the Role of the Media. Part 6. The Global Perspective. Part 7. Review Tips. Additional Support.

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Book SynopsisMeet Danny - a boy with a peanut allergy. He explains that peanut allergies can be very serious, but once you know how to manage them, they don't have to get in the way of living a fun and full life. Danny talks about what a peanut allergy is, what do to in an emergency, and how his friends and family can help him to live a nut free life. He also shares advice on coping with a peanut allergy on special occasions and trips away.This illustrated book is ideally suited for readers aged 7 and upwards, and will be an excellent way to increase awareness about peanut allergies, in the classroom or at home. It also includes clear, useful information for parents and professionals.Trade ReviewPeanut and nut allergies are an increasing problem in the UK and elsewhere. Whilst this is actually a very manageable condition, and most people with peanut allergies don't have regular allergic reactions, the fear of severe reactions can have a very negative impact on children their families and friends. This short book by Sharon Dempsey presents the child's view of what it's like to be diagnosed with peanut allergy and the impact on home and school life. I recommend it to anyone who has a newly diagnosed nut allergy in their families and to their carers and schools. -- Dr David Edgar, Head of the Regional Immunology Service for Northern Ireland, Royal Hospitals, BelfastCommunication is an essential piece of any food allergen management strategy. Sharon Dempsey's new book "Can I tell you about my Peanut Allergy?" can help serve as a guide to opening up the lines of communication when dealing with a peanut allergy. Written from a young person's perspective, the book introduces you to Danny and the many scenarios he must face when living in a peanut-filled world while trying to avoid peanuts. The book illustrates the importance of advocating, communicating and being responsible for oneself while giving insight into helping a peanut-allergic individual manage their allergy and responding to potential allergic reactions. -- Jamie Kabourek, Registered Dietician, Resource Manager, Food Allergy Research and Resource Program, University of NebraskaTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Introducing Danny who has nut allergy. 2. Understanding nut allergy and how my body reacts. 3. Dealing with aspects of nut allergy that make me feel worried. 4. Understanding anaphylaxis and my adrenaline pen. 5. Special occasions. 6. Food labelling. 7. Dealing with nut allergy at school. 8. Eating out. 9. Travelling with nut allergy. 10. Why it is important to tell my friends and teachers about nut allergy. 11. Further information about nut allergy. 12. Advice for friends on how to help me. 13. Advice on how to help me at school. 14. Advice for parents. 15. Advice on eating out and travelling. 16. What to do in an emergency. 17. Nut allergy facts and figures. 18. Additional notes. Recommend reading, websites and organisations.

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Book SynopsisComics are perfect for working with young people. More than just sci-fi and superheroes, they can help young people to explore the issues affecting them and to express their own ideas.Introducing the comic participation model, this practical photocopiable resource explains why comics are so relatable and engaging for young people. It looks at the different applications of comics, from simple doodle games to communicate one-on-one, to panel comics that relay entire stories. Five sample comics created in collaboration with young people are included, covering issues such as mental health, sexuality, trauma and bullying. There is also a practical how-to guide in comic form for creating a comic on any subject regardless of artistic ability, and accompanying session plans and worksheets that can be adapted to suit the needs of any individual.Trade ReviewLife is a mess of moments and emotions, particularly when you're a teenager. This book shows us how comics can help young people to detangle their experiences, stringing stories together with images to reveal internal worlds. Drew's sensitive book is brimming with comics, worksheets, games and advice to help you harness the power of comics in youth work. -- Karrie Fransman, graphic novelist and comic creator, author of The House That Groaned and Death of the ArtistThis is a must read for anyone who cares about people. Jenny Drew successfully uses the comics form to present experiences of young people in a way that invites us to reflect on how cultural issues can impact lives. Her provision of the historical and social context and inclusion of workshop templates and resources offers insight into how such pressures can be understood and addressed. -- Nicola Streetan, author of Billy, Me & YouTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Notes on the text. Foreword by a young collaborator. Part 1: Working with comics and young people. 1. Introduction. 2. The therapeutic application of the arts. 3. The Comic Participation Model. 4. How to use the comics in this book. Part : Six comics. Allen - the story of a young carer. Brian - the story of a young person with ADHD. Emily - the story of a young person exploring her sexual identity. Jay - the story of a transgender person. Lauren - the story of someone with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Cartoon Your Life - A comic about how to make a comic. Part 3: Practical resources. The Safe Spoken Word - a workshop on how to share stories safely. Lesson plans and worksheets. Young carers and mental health (Allen). ADHD (Brian). LGB issues and homophobia (Emily). Gender (Jay). Trauma and resilience (Lauren). Answers to Quizzes. References.

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Book SynopsisCoping with life's stresses is difficult for everybody, but can be especially challenging for teenagers, who often feel isolated and misunderstood. Creative expression through art, craft, and writing is a natural and effective way of helping young people to explore and communicate personal identity.This book is bursting with art and journal activities, creative challenges, and miniature projects for bedrooms and other personal spaces, all of which help teenagers to understand and express who they are and what is important to them. These fun ideas can be tailored to suit the individual, and require minimal equipment and even less artistic know-how, so can be enjoyed by all. The book concludes with a useful section for counselors and other professionals who work with young people, which explains how these activities can be incorporated into treatment goals.This imaginative and insightful book is a useful resource for all therapists, social workers, and counselors who wish to encourage self-expression in teenagers.Trade ReviewThe book is readable and provides simple, well applicable and enforceable assignments. -- Tijdschrift voor vakterapie (google translate)Table of ContentsIntroduction. Creative Hunting and Gathering. Part I. Art Projects and Creative Challenges. Part II. Journaling. Part III: Miniature Projects for Personal Spaces. Key Treatment Areas. Suggested Activities. Goals.

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Book SynopsisChild Welfare Policy and Practice - Issues and Lessons Emerging from Current Research explores the implications of recent research for all those concerned with child welfare and social work. It addresses the present concerns as expressed by Government bodies and central Government enquiries regarding the services and policies relating to children in need of care and attention.The book deals with social care issues that are common within the UK as well as covering specific aspects of Scottish and Irish child welfare. The current areas of concern covered by the contributors include:the development of children's service plansoperationalisation of recent child care legislationmanagement of the transition of young people with disabilities from childhood to adulthooduse of live video links with child witnesses.The book also discusses the results of a long term, follow-up study of twenty years duration of failure-to-thrive children.In conclusion the book puts forward recommendations for influencing future policy and practice in child care. It is essential reading for social work students, social work policy-makers, day care and social workers, teachers, doctors, lawyers and psychologists.Trade ReviewThis is a timely moment for the publication of such a volume; not only has significant political change taken place across the UK, but many of the research studies being reported have taken place subsequent to the implementation of the Children (Scotland) Act 1995 and the Children (Northern Ireland) Order 1995... The value of a comparative perspective is perhaps particularly evident in the chapters describing recent initiatives in policy and practice, including the implementation of children's services plans and looked after children assessment and action records. -- Community CareA central aim of the book is to demonstrate the importance of research evidence in informing practice and policy in respect of children in need. To a very large degree it achieves this aim. Overall this book should be helpful to busy professionals as it provides useful summaries of research. -- YoungMinds MagazineTable of Contents1. Issues Emerging from Child Care Research: Post-implementation of the Children Act (1989) Dorota Iwaniec, Queens University of Belfast and Malcolm Hill, University of Glasgow. 2. The Legal and Policy Context for Children's Services in Scotland and Northern Ireland, Angus Skinner, Social Work Services Inspectorate, Scotland and Kevin McCoy, Social Services Inspectorate, Belfast. 3. Communication, Co-operation or Collaboration? The Involvement of Voluntary Organisations in the First Scottish Children's Services Plans, Kay Tisdall, University of Edinburgh, Bernadette Monaghan, SACRO, Edinburgh and Malcolm Hill, University of Glasgow. 4. Operationalising the Definition of Children in Need from UK Child Care Legislation, Patrick McCrystal, The Queen's University of Belfast. 5. Needs-based Planning for Family and Child Care Services in Northern Ireland: Problems and Possibilities, Andrew Percy, The Queen's University of Belfast. 6. Understanding and Developing Family Support in Northern Ireland: The Challenge to Policy, Practice and Research, Kathryn Higgins, The Queen's University of Belfast. 7. Making Progress? The Transition to Adulthood for Disabled Young People in Northern Ireland, Marina Monteith, The Queen's University of Belfast. 8. The Looking After Children Records System: An Evaluation of the Scottish Pilot, Suzanne Wheelaghan and Malcolm Hill, University of Glasgow. 9. Educating Accommodated Children, Moira Borland, University of Glasgow. 10. Confusion and Perceptions: Social Work Conceptions Regarding Black Children in Scotland, Satnam Singh, Vijay Patel and Patricia Falconer, Barnardo's Scotland. 11. From Childhood to Adulthood: The Outcomes of a Twenty-Year Follow-up of Children who Failed to Thrive, Dorota Iwaniec, The Queen's University of Belfast. 12. Visual Signal in Child-Child and Adult-Child Communication: Implications for the Use of the Live Link with Child Witnesses, Gywneth Doherty-Sneddon, University of Stirling, Sandra McAuley and Ozlem Carrera. 13. Law, Policy, Practice and Research in Child and Family Social Work, Malcolm Hill, University of Glasgow and Dorota Iwaniec, The Queen's University of Belfast. The Contributors. References. Subject Index. Author Index.

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Book SynopsisInterdisciplinary Thinking for Schools: Ethical Dilemmas MYP 1, 2 & 3 is not your average textbook resource. Innovative ethical design projects illustrated with spectacular artwork will connect students to exciting and purposeful learning. Rich primary research includes interviews with the following visionaries: Alberto Alessi, Astronomer Royal Martin Rees, Dr. Jane Goodall, Jared Della Valle and the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation. The interdisciplinary units have been written with a focus on creativity, critical thinking and exploration of embedded ethical dilemmas. Our strategies support the growth of an innovative and student-centered curriculum to generate real world, sustainable solutions to problems in keeping with the IB MYP philosophy.

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Book SynopsisSexuality is an important but challenging issue for schools to address. Adolescents need to know about reproduction and the power of procreation, but mainstream teaching can offer a very raw view of sexuality and gender.This book, a wonderful antidote to the mainstream, brings together insights from several experienced Waldorf teachers, who share their approaches to the subject. Full of wisdom and perception, these contributions add up to an invaluable resources for teachers facing similar challenges.The book also includes a full survey of child development in this area, giving useful background information which will underpin the curriculum.Suitable for Classes 7 to 12.

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Book SynopsisSince the 1980s, intense political and cultural battles have been waged between believers in abstinence until marriage and advocates for comprehensive sex education. Drawing on ethnographic research in five states, the author reveals important differences and surprising commonalities shared by purported antagonists in the sex education wars.Trade Review"The Sex Education Debates is a comprehensive analysis of US sex education debates, policies, and classroom practice. With incisive readings of the field data, Nancy Kendall offers a rigorous engagement with issues of structural and other social inequalities. Her analysis makes a significant contribution." (Jessica Fields, San Francisco State University)"

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Book SynopsisThe Social and Emotional Aspects of Learning (SEAL) programme is a UK government initiative designed to help children and young people develop social and emotional intelligence. This book is a collection of 42 SEAL-themed assemblies, a resource for primary school teachers and clergy who wish to implement the SEAL curriculum.

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Book SynopsisThis new addition to the SPCK Assemblies series is a collection of assemblies that will help teachers to celebrate with all their children throughout the school year, no matter which faith they belong to. The book features assemblies dedicated to the festivals of nine major world religions.

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Book SynopsisAims to provide a fresh contemporary approach to media education. Fleming's text sets out to chart a detailed map of contemporary media studies and also shows how a busy teacher can move around this map. The text is supported by a range of examples, from the classroom, media and other texts.Trade Review"Here is a scholarly, closely argued affirmation of the place of media studies in the curriculum. This enthusiastic advocacy of subject and style makes it a work that perfectly meets the moment." Times Educational Supplement "Media Teaching provides a fresh contemporary approach to media education which will be welcomed by all students and teachers of media." "It should become an indispensable resource for teachers of media studies and those engaged in media education across the curriculum." "Media Teaching will be essential reading for all teachers of media studies, film studies, communication studies and for those undertaking elements of media education across a range of curriculum contexts. MetroTable of ContentsList of Figures. List of Tables. Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1. Talking Media: Language Games and Learning Outcomes. 2. Thinking Media: Public Communication and Modes of Experience. 3. Broadcast Media: The Organization of Audio-Visual Aids. 4. Broadcasting and Popular Culture. 5. Print Media: The Organization of the Instantaneous. 6. Popular Culture and the Boundaries of Sociability. Appendix I. Appendix II. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe increasing ethnic, racial, cultural, religious, and language diversity in nations throughout the world is forcing educators and policymakers to rethink existing notions of citizenship and nationality. To experience cultural democracy and freedom, a nation must be unified around a set of democratic values such as justice and equality that balance unity and diversity and protect the rights of diverse groups. Diversity and Citizenship Education: Global Perspectives brings together in one comprehensive volume a group of international experts on the topic of diversity and citizenship education. These experts discuss and identify the shared issues and possibilities that exist when educating for national unity and cultural diversity. Diversity and Citizenship Education: Global Perspectives presents compelling case studies and examples of successful programs and practices from twelve nations, discusses problems that arise when societies are highly stratified along race, cultuTrade Review"…provides a solid basis for discussing these issues with faculty and administrators." (NACADA, 03/11/08) “Just such an excellent resource . . .this book is valuable in its attention to curriculum and to a lesser extent, pedagogy . . ." (The National Teaching and Learning Forum) This volume is essential reading for all scholars and students of the academic field of citizenship education. (London Review of Education, Vol. 6, March 2008) This superbly edited volume provides an extremely coherent treatment of diversity and citizenship in the 21st century, perhaps largely owing to the fact that it grew out of a small, focused conferences of heralding thinkings on this topic from 12 countries. (Intercultural Education)Table of ContentsForeword (Will Kymlicka). Preface (James A. Banks). Contributors and Conference Participants. Reviewers. PART ONE: Crosscutting Issues and Concepts. Introduction: Democratic Citizenship Education in Multicultural Societies (James A. Banks). 1. Migration, Citizenship, and Education (Stephen Castles). 2. Higher Learning: Educational Availability and Flexible Citizenship in Global Space (Aihwa Ong). 3. Unity and Diversity in Democratic Multicultural Education: Creative and Destructive Tensions (Amy Gutmann). PART TWO: The United States and Canada. 4. Culture Versus Citizenship: The Challenge of Racialized Citizenship in the United States (Gloria Ladson-Billings). 5. Citizenship and Multicultural Education in Canada: From Assimilation to Social Cohesion (Reva Joshee). PART THREE: South Africa and Brazil. 6. Citizenship Education and Political Literacy in South Africa (Kogila A. Moodley and Heribert Adam). 7. Citizenship and Education in Brazil: The Contribution of Indian Peoples and Blacks in the Struggle for Citizenship and Recognition (Petronilha Beatriz Gonçalves e Silva). PART FOUR: England, Germany, and Russia). 8. Diversity and Citizenship Education in England (Peter Figueroa). 9. Ethnic Diversity and Citizenship Education in Germany (Sigrid Luchtenberg). 10. Citizenship Education and Ethnic Issues in Russia (Isak D. Froumin). PART FIVE: Japan, India, and China. 11. Expanding the Borders of the Nation: Ethnic Diversity and Citizenship Education in Japan (Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu). 12. Crisis of Citizenship Education in the Indian Republic: Contestation Between Cultural Monists and Pluralists (T. K. Oommen). 13. Ethnic Diversity and Citizenship Education in the People’s Republic of China (Wan Minggang). PART SIX: Israel and Palestine. 14. Diversity and Citizenship Education in Israel (Moshe Tatar). 15. Educating for Citizenship in the New Palestine (Fouad Moughrabi). PART SEVEN: Curriculum for Diversity, Democracy, and Citizenship Education. 16. Diversity, Globalization, and Democratic Education: Curriculum Possibilities (Walter C. Parker). Diversity, Democracy, Globalization, and Citizenship: A Bibliography. Name Index. Subject Index.

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Book SynopsisThe most globalized city in India, Mumbai is a world center for financial, manufacturing, and service industries. This work provides a comprehensive overview of this urban magnet - from its establishment as a rich port for the Portuguese in 1534 to its 21st-century role as an information technology powerhouse.

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Book SynopsisAims to introduce students to basic principles of forensic toxicology and the role of poisons in forensic science. This book emphasises on the common drugs and poisons that are encountered by a practicing forensic toxicologist and the approach to determining their medicolegal role in establishing the cause of death and disease.

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Book SynopsisAs national security advisor and secretary of state under President Richard Nixon, and secretary of state for Gerald Ford, Kissinger played a pivotal role in American foreign policy. This work provides coverage of the life and work of one of the 20th century's greatest diplomats with selected writings, related sidebars, and balanced commentary.

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Book SynopsisThe term 'white-collar crime' refers to crimes committed by people in respectable social and professional positions, who commit a crime in the course of doing their job or by using the advantage of their position. This book explains the common types of crime committed, ranging from simple fraud to embezzling to insider trading.

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Book SynopsisExamines unresolved crimes by reviewing what police and experts in forensic science did (or failed to do) while trying to resolve each crime. This book covers cases such as Jack the Ripper, unidentified serial killer; the murder of Elizabeth Short (The Black Dahlia); and, the assassination of John F Kennedy, officially solved but often disputed.

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Book SynopsisBased in Ethiopia, the Africa Union, established in July 2002, is the successor to the Organization of African Unity, created in 1963. The AU aims include promoting democracy, human rights, and sustainable economic development across Africa, especially by increasing foreign investment through the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD).Table of Contentssidebars.; chronology.; footnotes.; bibliography.; further reading.; web sites.; index.

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Book SynopsisHere, Walter Parker offers a contribution to the debate between proponents of multicultural education and those who favour a cultural literacy approach. Parker demonstrates that educating for democratic citizenship in a multicultural society includes a fundamental respect for diversity.Trade Review“At a moment in time when our connection to the nation seems superficial and jingoistic, Walter Parker offers us a vehicle to reach our ideal of deliberative, committed civic participation for every citizen. This book explores the hard work of citizen-making in a diverse and complex society where individual and group interests often are in conflict. Parker makes us realize that in a democracy ‘public’ is not a dirty word and schooling should not be punishment.” ― Gloria Ladson-Billings, University of Wisconsin, Madison“This book deals in an engaging and thought-provoking way with both social realities and democratic possibilities―exactly what I try to do in my classroom.”―Wendy Ewbank, teacher, Seattle Girls’ School

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Book SynopsisIn this book, Thornton details why teachers must develop strong skills in curriculum planning and teaching methods in order for effective instruction to occur.

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Book SynopsisAn eight-volume set examining the development of costume and fashion and the social history that gave rise to it. It depicts the changing styles, processes, and trends - from the first people to wear clothes in the last Ice Age to the courtly fashion of medieval Europe to the globalization of Western style - that led us to the clothing of today.

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Book SynopsisAn eight-volume set examining the development of costume and fashion and the social history that gave rise to it. It depicts the changing styles, processes, and trends - from the first people to wear clothes in the last Ice Age to the courtly fashion of medieval Europe to the globalization of Western style - that led us to the clothing of today.

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Book SynopsisAn eight-volume set examining the development of costume and fashion and the social history that gave rise to it. It depicts the changing styles, processes, and trends - from the first people to wear clothes in the last Ice Age to the courtly fashion of medieval Europe to the globalization of Western style - that led us to the clothing of today.

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Book SynopsisExamines the role of fashion as it made its way through the Great Depression, exploring the social and cultural aspects of history through a softer lens. Cheaper fabrics that imitated luxury items such as nylon and artificial silks became popular, along with clothing that featured a more muted palette and longer, more flowing lines.

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