Third Culture Kids : The Experience of Growing Up Among Worlds: The original, classic book on TCKs - Ruth E.Van Reken

Third Culture Kids : The Experience of Growing Up Among Worlds: The original, classic book on TCKs - Ruth E.Van Reken

Ruth E.Van Reken

£22.00
  • Pages · 480 pages
  • Publication Date · 19/10/2017
  • Genre · Social interaction
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This book is the 'bible' for anyone who wants to understand the blessings and the curses of growing up multiculturally' -Wm. Paul Young, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The ShackIn this third edition of the ground-breaking, global classic, Ruth E. Van Reken and Michael V. Pollock, son of the late original co-author, David C. Pollock have significantly updated what is widely recognized as The TCK Bible. Emphasis is on the modern TCK and addressing the impact of technology, cultural complexity, diversity & inclusion and transitions. Includes new advice for parents and others for how to support TCKs as they navigate work, relationships, social settings and their own personal development. Specific updates:� A second PolVan Cultural Identity diagram to support understanding of cultural identity � New models for identity formation � Updated explanation of unresolved grief � New material on 'highly mobile communities' addressing the needs of people who stay put while a community around them moves rapidly � Revamped Section III so readers can more easily find what is relevant to them as Adult TCKs, parents, counselors, employers, spouses, administrators, etc. � New stages and needs tool that will help families and organizations identify and meet needs � Greater emphasis on tools for educators as they grapple with demographic shifts in the classroom

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