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"Mergen. . . has written a book that is both scholarly and accessible. Recommended for research collections in child study, recreation, and American culture." Library Journal

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This book reveals the desperate plight of the poor, neglected, illegitimate, and abused children in an Irish society that claimed to "cherish" and hold them sacred, but in fact marginalized and ignored them. -- .

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Having established laws removing many children from the marketplace, turn-of-the-century America was discovering new, sentimental criteria to determine a child's monetary worth. This book traces the emergence of the modern child, at once economically 'useless' and emotionally 'priceless,' from the late 1800s to the 1930s.

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Two experts tackle one of the most formidable and pervasive developmental issues facing children today: Sensory Integration Dysfunction. Illustrations throughout.

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This unique research tool will lead researchers and practitioners to published materials and documents that can provide answers needed for making informed decisions regarding issues related to today's children.

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Critically examines modern day views and practices related to children and childhood. This book discusses how Western society conceptualizes and often idealizes children as being fragile, innocent and 'incompetent' (or 'immature').

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Critically examines modern day views and practices related to children and childhood. This book discusses how Western society conceptualizes and often idealizes children as being fragile, innocent and 'incompetent' (or 'immature').

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Looks at the way we approach the complex the relationship between childhood, families and the state, and explores the contested nature of the terms 'childhood', 'family' and 'state'. This book discusses theoretical and practice-based perspectives within the context of key developments.

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Addi doesn't understand why her big brother Charlie can't talk to her. When her mom tells her that Charlie lost his words, Addi, with some help from her younger brother, embarks on a mission to find them. She looks all over and tries everything she can think of to find Charlie's lost words. In the end, she learns there is more to communication than just words.

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Big Brother Byron and Little Sister Jazzmin loves school! Byron is always excited and ready to go learn new things and play with his friends. Jazzmin has a few challenges, but her friends are very helpful. She is also able to learn and have fun.

Come along as the journey continues. See how everyone works together to overcome obstacles and make school an enjoyable educational experience!

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This book examines representative works of science fiction, children's literature, and popular culture to show how these works reflect the process of growing up in a technological world.

The volume looks at the simple picture books and comic books that appeal to small children;

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A study of factors shaping the decisions and life experiences of homeless and runaway girls who are either pregnant or mothers already. Social bond theory is used as a framework for thoughts on developing prevention and intervention programmes for at-risk girls. Actual case studies are included.

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As the first complete portrait of U.S. adolescents, this resource provides information long needed by researchers working in this critical field of study. The extensive collection of data contained in this definitive resource will give readers the information they need to accurately assess the status of adolescents in America today.

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Tommy is a new tooth fairy, trying to find his place among the other fairies. He's not very good at his job. It's not until he meets a special little boy named Jimmy that he understands what it truly means to be a tooth fairy. Through his new friend Jimmy; Tommy learns what empathy means and being kind to others is truly about.

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The first comprehensive account of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) in Ireland -- .

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This innovative and interdisciplinary collection of essays considers examples of monstrous children since the 16th century to the present, spanning real-life and popular culture, to exhibit the manifestation of the Western cultural anxiety around the problematic, anomalous child as naughty, dangerous, or just plain evil.

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This study looks into how children learn about the 'first R'raceand challenges the current assumptions with case-study examples from three child-care centers. Parents and teachers will find this remarkable study reveals that the answer to how children learn about race might be more startling than could be imagined.

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The Impulsive, Disorganized Child: Solutions for Parenting Kids with Executive Functioning Difficulties helps parents pinpoint weak executive functions in their children, then learn how to help their kids overcome these deficits with practical, easy solutions.

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"An engaging account of the controversies generated by horror that examines some of the most high-profile media debates around the issue of whether or not horror texts corrupt children."--