Contemporary Issues Companion - School Violence (Hardcover Edition)

From School Library JournalGrade 8 Up-An array of essays, personal accounts, case studies, statistical articles, and commentaries on this important topic. The introduction defines school violence in its historical context and includes current statistics and legislation. Separate sections are devoted to the nature and causes of school violence and means of prevention. Each selection is introduced with a summary paragraph as well as with a biographical blurb about its author. Several pieces were written in reaction to the Columbine shootings. This title will be useful for reports, speeches, debates, and research papers. Younger students may find Francha Roff Menhard's School Violence (Enslow, 2000) or Gus Gedatus's Violence at School (Capstone, 2000) more suited to their needs. An annotated list of related organizations is appended.Sylvia V. Meisner, Allen Middle School, Greensboro, NCCopyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.Product DescriptionDespite evidence that school violence is in decline, a string of highly publicized mass shootings in American schools has inspired a sense of panic in parents and school officials. Contributors provide insight into the possible causes of violent behavior in students and suggest potential remedies.Review"This thoughtful, lucidly written work presents an evenhanded discussion of five major issues. The best organized introduction for the student needing report or debate material. The abundantly footnoted text quotes many primary sources and draws upon scientific examples to illuminate the questions. Informative...black-and-white photographs accompany the text. The appended list of organizations and the generally current list of books for further reading are both annotated."-- School Library Journal (December 2000) (School Library Journal 20001201)"Many of the articles were written by professional journalists, but some are more personal. Titles should find a place and school libraries."-- School Library Journal (June 2002) (School Library Journal 20020601)"There are plenty of dynamic opinions from professionals with firsthand knowledge of the topic."-- Booklist (May 2002) (Booklist 20020501)
Author: Grapes, Bryan J.

Publisher: Greenhaven Press

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0737703326

ISBN-13: 9780737703320