San Antonio College Library

"This book makes a significant contribution in two areas: the ethical foundations of legal rights of children and the practical reform of our present law regarding juveniles. ... The book provides an overview of the current legal status of the child under U.S. law, an analysis of relevant Supreme Court decisions, and an extended critique of the philosophical arguments for treating children differently from adults under the law"--Jacket.

Despair over the reported inadequacies of public education leads many people to consider religious schools as an alternative. James G. Dwyer demonstrates, however, that religious schooling is almost completely unregulated and that common pedagogical practices in fundamentalist Christian and Catholic schools may be damaging to children. Courts, legal and political theorists, and the public typically argue that families and religious communities are...

"This sweeping account analyzes the theory and policies that have shaped today's child protection system. This book will challenge all those concerned with children's welfare to move toward real solutions that will make life better for America's most vulnerable children."--Jacket.