This book provides a solid understanding of why boys behave as they do along with a multitude of tried-and-tested approaches for encouraging positive behaviour.This book is essential reading for teachers and all those working with children and teenagers. It helps in understanding why boys may behave as they do and why more boys have special needs, and offers practical suggestions and solutions for achieving positive outcomes for boys. It is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate Education students, PGCE students, headteachers, senior managers within schools and local education authorities, and policy makers.
Introduction; Section 1: Moulding 21st century men; 1: Equipped to be Men; 2: Believe in Boys; 3: Big Issues for Boys; 4: Media and Labelling: The Power of Stereotypes; 5: Boys will be Boys: Breaking the Spiral... making it better. Section 2: Understanding boys; 1: Testosterone Triggers; 2: Boy Wiring; 3: Knowing what boys need and sharing the responsibility; 4: What do boys need?; 5: Caring contact and communication; Section 3: Man as hunter to man as mentor; 1: Respect, Understanding and Relationships; Conclusion: A brighter future for boys; References.
