Gay parents/straight schools : building communication and trust / Virginia Casper, Steven B. Schultz ; foreword by Louise Derman-Sparks ; based on a collaborative study by Virginia Casper, Steven B. Schultz, and Elaine Wickens.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Casper, Virginia.

Contributor:

Schultz, Steven B.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Children of gay parents--Education--United States.

Children of gay parents.

Gay parents--United States.

Gay parents.

Gay-straight alliances in schools.

Education.

United States.

Gay-straight alliances in schools--United States.

Physical Description:

xviii, 213 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

New York : Teachers College Press, [1999]

Summary:

The authors openly address the specific educational realities and needs of lesbian- and gay-headed families. They explore 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. Featuring many direct quotes from children, teachers, administrators, and parents, 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 the different understandings about role models-- Curriculum planning that invites lesbian and gay parents into the school environment

Based on research that includes perspectives from all those involved, this timely volume provides educators and parents with solid information, wise insights, and useful strategies to ensure the best education for all our children.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-202) and index.

ISBN:

0807738255

0807738247

OCLC:

41017468