youth with social disabilities

"Introduces games as an effective and dynamic tool to teach restorative justice practices. Grounded in an understanding of restorative pedagogy and experiential learning strategies, the games included in this book provide a way for learners to experience and more deeply understand restorative practices while building relationships and improving skills"--.

Tells the stories of ten young people who were raised in the foster care system, discussing what happened to them after they turned eighteen and were no longer eligible for the benefits of family or government support, and offers suggestions on how best to respond to the needs of these new adults.

Shares anecdotes from the childhoods, teen years, and young adult lives of three men from Newark, New Jersey, who made a pledge to each other in high school to stay safe from drugs, gangs, and crime, and work to become doctors--a goal they have successfully achieved.

Explains the latest findings related to the benefits and risks of mentoring, both for the mentor and the student they are trying to help.

Tia, who works during the summer at a "scared straight" ranch for at-risk teenagers and dreams of becoming a psychologist, tries to bond with a young man named Sage, who rebuffs her attempts until he is blamed for a theft.

Looks at ways in which volunteers can help disadvantaged youth, discussing tutoring, book drives, fund-raising, and other ideas, and includes a list of resources and suggestions for further reading.

Shares anecdotes from the childhoods, teen years, and young adult lives of three men from Newark, New Jersey, who made a pledge to each other in high school to stay safe from drugs, gangs, and crime, and work to become doctors--a goal they have successfully achieved.