middle school education

Presents a brief history of middle schools, discussing the social and educational rationals for their creation in the early twentieth century, and features sixteen essays in which scholars assess the progress that have been made as a result of the middle school movement, as well as the areas in which middle schools are failing.

"A counselor and popular Washington Post contributor offers a new take on grades 6-8 as a distinct developmental phase--and the perfect time to set up kids to thrive"--Provided by publisher.

Mai Pham cannot wait to return to school after holiday break and hang out with her new friend Carson, but now Carson wants to her to sing in the talent show.

Describes the RULER approach to social and emotional learning, which focuses on recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing, and regulation emotions, and offers tips for creating upper elementary classroom environments that support it.

Provides advice and lessons to engage middle school students and encourage collaboration, self-awareness, and compassion in the middle school classroom.

"A nonfiction guide to middle school... Covering topics like bullying, peer pressure, grades, dealing with difficult parents, and love and romance, this book reaches kids at a deeper level during an age when they are often considered too young to appreciate it. Readers will learn to find their own voice, begin to explore their genuine identity, and definitely laugh out loud along the way."--Publisher.

Presents a guide to middle school for young students written by a middle-school teacher. Uses humor to discuss issues such as peer pressure, bullying, homework, relationships, and self-confidence.

Explores the issues surrounding middle school education, discussing the many controversies and challenges middle schools and teachers face at the turn of the twenty-first century.