Fighting: Deal with It Without Coming to Blows - Softcover

Slavens, Elaine

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1550287915 ISBN 13: 9781550287912

Publisher: James Lorimer, 2004

Synopsis

Schoolyard fights used to be viewed as an inevitable part of growing up, especially for boys. But escalating violence in schools-including many incidents involving weapons-has made conflict resolution among young people a serious issue across the country. All people experience feelings of anger and hostility, but as we mature we learn how to control these feelings and find positive outlets for them. Fighting was written for students when they need to understand and manage aggression-their own, or someone else's-in order to avoid getting into physical fights.

About this title

About the Author

ELAINE SLAVENS is the former Consultant of Guidance and Social/Personal Skills for the Toronto District School Board and was previously Conflict Resolution Advisor for the Toronto Board of Education. This book reflects her deep and sympathetic understanding of young people and her experience with issues of conflict in school settings. The Deal With It Series helps adolescents cope with conflicts in everyday life and aims to promote peaceful homes, schools, and communities.

Review

"This book is recommended for several reasons. The excellent use of white space, illustrations and different fonts helps keep the reader's attention. The question and answer section will appeal to young adults. ... This is a simple, direct approach to a common problem in some high schools. Recommended." (S.W. Ohio Young Adult Materials Review Group 2005-01-18)

"Text is simple and uses the popular language of tweens and young teens. Short sections and a good variety of presentation formats will keep the reader's attention, while sound advice, sample scenarios and suggestions for altering behaviour, without sounding preachy, will give young people plenty of ideas for gaining control of their own behaviours." (CM Magazine 2005-03-18)

"... a strong stand-alone book. (it) ... not only focuses on the instigator and defender, but also reminds witnesses of their social responsibility. Just because one does not get into a fight, does not mean that one can ignore the problem. The excellence of this well-done series makes this reviewer anxious to see forthcoming books." (Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) 2005-01-02)

About this edition

• Publisher: James Lorimer
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1550287915
• ISBN 13: 9781550287912
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Murray Steven