More than ever before, students need guidance and support from the adults in their lives. Here, author Jay D' Ambrosio suggests practical approaches for connecting with young people at the level of the heart through the utilization of myths, stories, movies, and songs. He contends that Story speaks to both students and adults on a spiritual dimension and will help adult readers better comprehend the condition of those challenges common to adolescence. Throughout each chapter, this book explores the wisdom necessary to face such trials that can be found in Homer's Odyssey and other great stories. Rethinking Adolescence includes: * Discussion topics and answers for use with adolescents * Recommendations of movies and stories that are effective in dealing with various issues This book should be useful to parents, teachers, youth workers, counselors, clergy, and mentors.

Book Information
ISBN 9781578864768
Author Jay D'Ambrosio
Format Hardback
Page Count 166
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield Education
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 367g