Elizabeth D Dore Knihy

Learn how to be more responsive to the diversity among your middle schoolers. This important book, co-published with the Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE), helps you understand racial, ethnic, linguistic, socioeconomic, gender, intellectual, and social aspects of diversity, and consider how they relate to the unique needs and development of young adolescents. Each chapter begins with a brief case study, followed by background information, questions to consider, practical strategies, and appendices with additional resources. With the helpful advice in this book, you'll be better prepared to create a more equitable learning environment for all.

Focusing on the diverse needs of middle school students, this book offers insights into various forms of diversity, including racial, ethnic, linguistic, and socioeconomic factors. It emphasizes the importance of understanding gender, intellectual, and social differences to enhance responsiveness in educational settings. Co-published with the Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE), it serves as a valuable resource for educators aiming to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all students.

The story of the decline of the Cuban Revolution over the last four decades, told through the lives of five ordinary Cuban citizens.