child psychology

Examines the culture of fear created by media, parents, schools, and the legal profession surrounding bullying and childhood aggression. Discusses how the language used to describe social dynamics between children affect adults' and students' ability to deal with bullying. Offers suggestions for better school practices and policies.

All parents want their children to be successful in school, sports, and extracurricular activities. But it's not just giving your kids praise or setting them in the right direction. Research shows that success is often dependent on mindset. Hard work, perseverance, and effort are all hallmarks of a growth mindset.

Presents a guide for teachers on how to prepare students for success in the real world.

"The rules keep getting in the way of Noodle's fun. There are so many rules -- too many rules! And Noodle struggles because he doesn't think many of them actually apply to him. Will Noodle's mother and teacher convince him that rules are meant to help, not harm, him?"--Publisher.

Explores body shaming and how to prevent it.

"This book offers simple, ready-to-use, and evidence-proven mindfulness techniques to help educators manage the stresses of the classroom, cultivate an exceptional learning environment, and revitalize both their teaching and their student's knowledge acquisition"--Back cover.

There is a lot going on in his life that thirteen-year-old Tony Miglione does not really understand--like why his parents suddenly have money enough to buy a house on Long Island, why his mother has changed, why his rich friend Joel shoplifts, why he is obsessed with Joel's sixteen-year-old sister, and why he is having terrible stomach pains.

Discusses the author's experiences raising an effeminate son who may be gay.