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Rosalind Wiseman

    Rosalind Wiseman is an internationally recognized expert on children, teens, parenting, bullying, and ethical leadership. Her writing focuses on building communities based on mutual respect and responsibility. Her work delves deeply into the social dynamics of adolescence, offering strategies for navigating complex interpersonal relationships. Through her publications and programs, she helps students, parents, and educators create safer and more respectful environments.

    Queen Bees & Wannabes
    Masterminds and Wingmen
    The Distance Learning Playbook for Parents
    Courageous Discomfort
    Owning Up
    • Owning Up

      Empowering Adolescents to Create Cultures of Dignity and Confront Social Cruelty and Injustice

      • 480 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      Fostering dignity and respect is essential in addressing and mitigating youth aggression. The book explores effective strategies and practical approaches for educators, parents, and community leaders to cultivate a supportive environment. It emphasizes the importance of understanding underlying issues that contribute to aggressive behavior and offers tools to promote positive interactions among youth. By focusing on respect and dignity, the book aims to empower young individuals to make better choices and build healthier relationships.

      Owning Up
      4.4
    • "For anyone who wants to have better, more productive discussions about racism, COURAGEOUS DISCOMFORT is an empowering handbook that teaches you how to do just that. In these pages, authors (and best friends), Shanterra McBride, who is Black, and Rosalind Wiseman, who is white, discuss their own friendship and tap into their decades of anti-racism work to answer the 20 uncomfortable-but-critical questions about race they get asked most often, including: Should I see color?; I'm a good person-how can I be racist?; What if I say something wrong?; What kind of apology makes a difference? These 20 questions-as-chapters invite you into the conversation without judgment and inspire thoughtful reflection and discussion. There will be moments when you will laugh or cringe at the ridiculous or awkward things you read. But the truth is, there is no perfect solution or script for every maybe-racist, sort-of-racist, or blatantly racist situation. And that's OK: making mistakes is just an opportunity to do better next time. But doing this work will empower us to have the relationships we really want to have, including the relationship we want to have with ourselves"--

      Courageous Discomfort
      4.3
    • Parent involvement is crucial for a child's education, especially during the pandemic and remote learning. Education experts Doug Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie, alongside parenting expert Rosalind Wiseman, offer a comprehensive guide to support children's academic, social, and emotional growth in any learning environment without overwhelming parents. This essential resource equips you with tools to create a conducive learning environment, establish routines, and prioritize self-care for both you and your child. It emphasizes maximizing your support for learning by focusing on effective educational practices. The guide also helps children develop cognitive attitudes and habits that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and responsibility for their own learning. Additionally, it addresses the importance of social and emotional learning skills, aiding children in navigating social interactions, building friendships, and regulating emotions during challenging times. The book outlines strategies for effectively navigating virtual learning environments, ensuring that the needs and expectations of teachers, parents, and students are aligned for impactful learning experiences.

      The Distance Learning Playbook for Parents
      3.5
    • Masterminds and Wingmen

      Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker-Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World

      • 377 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      This landmark book reveals how boys think, providing insights for parents, educators, and coaches to help them navigate common challenges. Do you find it difficult to engage your son, student, or athlete, often receiving vague responses like “It’s nothing” or “I’m good”? Do you suspect he’s being bullied but he avoids your help? Have you reminded him that schoolwork comes before video games, only to see him reach for the controller as soon as you leave? Welcome to Boy World, where asking for help or showing vulnerability is often seen as impossible. In this world, sports and video games are paramount, while academic effort may be ridiculed by peers. Social hierarchies and unwritten rules govern interactions, making it crucial for you to understand these dynamics for your boy’s relationships and future. This guide, developed with input from middle- and high-school editors, offers a unique look at the reality boys face today. Rosalind Wiseman challenges assumptions and provides innovative strategies to help boys cultivate a positive, authentic sense of self. This knowledge is essential for anyone who cares about boys and wants to support their growth effectively.

      Masterminds and Wingmen
      4.1
    • Queen Bees & Wannabes

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Queen Bees and Wannabes: a parents guide to helping your daughter survive cliques, gossip, boyfriends, and other realities of adolscence

      Queen Bees & Wannabes
      3.8