
Gay Parents/Straight Schools
Building Communication and Trust
Teachers' College Press
Will be published approx. on 4. June 1999
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-0-8077-3824-5 (ISBN)
Description
Gay Parents/Straight Schools openly addresses the specific educational realities and needs of lesbian- and gay-headed families. It explores why gayness is perceived as such a threat, especially to the education of young children, when it has such potential to enrich the worldviews of both children and adults. Based on research that includes perspectives from all those involved, this pioneering book delves into such issues as
communication between lesbian and gay parents and school staff
homophobia at school and at home
gender and gender role and the different understandings about role models
curriculum planning that invites lesbian and gay parents into the school environment
connecting children's family experiences with school experiences. Featuring many direct quotes from children, teachers, administrators, and parents, this timely volume provides solid information, wise insights, and useful strategies to ensure the best education for all our children.
communication between lesbian and gay parents and school staff
homophobia at school and at home
gender and gender role and the different understandings about role models
curriculum planning that invites lesbian and gay parents into the school environment
connecting children's family experiences with school experiences. Featuring many direct quotes from children, teachers, administrators, and parents, this timely volume provides solid information, wise insights, and useful strategies to ensure the best education for all our children.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 155 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
336 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8077-3824-5 (9780807738245)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Virginia Casper is a developmental psychologist and educator. She directs the Infant and Parent Development and Early Intervention Program at Bank Street College of Education. Steven Schultz (1953-1996) was also on the faculty at Bank Street College where he taught in the graduate school and directed the Pre-Service Program.
Author
Foreword
Author/originator