Includes bibliographical references (pages [251]-256) and index.
Contents
Physical maltreatment in the classroom -- Psychological maltreatment in the classroom -- Attacks on children's senses of justice and democracy -- Drugs, dogs and discipline : double messages in the schoolhouse -- Morality, sex, and censorship -- Toxic punishments, laws, and litigation -- Taking stand : what to do if your child is maltreated in school -- Taking action : understanding the playing field and how to make it even -- How can schools be democratic and stop maltreatment?