school violence

A thoughtful discussion of violence in schools, complete with examples of incidents and suggestions for coping.

Discusses the problem of coping with increasing violence in the community and in the schools.

Presents a practical guidebook for teachers that includes strategies for developing a bully-free classroom, and contains activities and lessons that deal with problem solving, standard of behavior, and more.

"Examines the tragic shooting at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999, including detailed reports of the horrific events, background on the killers, and the aftermath of the shooting"--Provided by publisher.

A guide for parents and teachers on child bullying that explains how to tell if a child is being bullied, how to change bullying behavior, how to help bystanders become active in solving the problem, and how to evaluate school policies.

Presents twelve debate-style essays on such aspects of school violence prevention as anti-bullying programs, zero-tolerance policies, gun control, society's expectations of boys, and religion.

Micah Newton learns a lesson about the importance of education when he discovers the identity of the person who stole the school's championship football trophy and slashed the jackets of the Wildcats team members.

Examines the increasing acts of violence and vandalism committed at school by students and others.

Discusses gun violence as it relates to teens, provides a look at the gun control debate, and offers strategies to help young people give up guns and use other problem solving techniques.