San Antonio College Library

In this collection of essays, Nel Noddings examines alternatives to prevailing models of character education -- a sympathetic approach based on an ethic of care. Covering both stories in the classroom and controversial issues in education, Noddings describes the similarities and differences between character education and care ethics ... examines how moral education might be infused throughout the curriculum ... and calls for greater cooperation across...

New middle school students share what is it like to try to make new friends and fit in, and their concerns about being bullied. They describe how lunchtime is different at middle school compared to elementary school and how it is a good opportunity to meet new people. Hear what it is like trying to find classrooms and about the pressures to get good grades and be popular.

Hear what students are concerned and excited about in their transition from elementary school to middle school, such as getting between classes, using a locker, avoiding tardies, having a different teacher for each subject, and being more responsible.

This book confronts the culture of cruelty that is devastating our society. Filled with insights, personal stories, anecdotal material, and strategies that are directed to the widest audience possible, it urges us to become change agents and empower children to transform their pain, rage, and revenge to empathy, kindness, and healing. Topics tackled include physical, verbal, emotional, sexual, cyber, sibling, and even summer camp bullying. What sets...

"Results from numerous surveys indicate that many students do not feel safe in school. This condition exacts an academic as well as a psychological toll because, as the authors remind us, children must feel safe in order to learn. The authors of Preventing Bullying and School Violence contend that inadequate attention has been given to the role of mental health professionals in preventing bullying and school violence. They propose a collaborative,...