The Dangerous Boys: A Must-Read for Parents and Educators
![Jese Leos](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/author/stephen-king.jpg)
In her groundbreaking book, The Dangerous Boys, Elizabeth JoJo explores the complex and often dangerous world of boys. JoJo argues that boys are facing a unique set of challenges today, from toxic masculinity to the pressure to succeed. These challenges can lead to a variety of problems, including violence, substance abuse, and mental health issues.
4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 52870 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 277 pages |
JoJo draws on her own experiences as a mother and educator to provide a nuanced and compassionate look at the lives of boys. She interviews boys from all walks of life, and she offers practical advice for parents and educators on how to help boys navigate the challenges they face.
The Dangerous Boys is a must-read for anyone who cares about the well-being of boys. It is a powerful and timely book that will change the way we think about boys and the challenges they face.
Toxic Masculinity
One of the most pressing challenges that boys face today is toxic masculinity. Toxic masculinity is a set of harmful cultural beliefs about what it means to be a man. These beliefs include the idea that men should be tough, aggressive, and unemotional. They also include the belief that men should be dominant over women and that violence is an acceptable way to solve problems.
Toxic masculinity can have a devastating impact on boys. It can lead to violence, substance abuse, and mental health issues. It can also make it difficult for boys to form healthy relationships with women and other men.
There are a number of things that parents and educators can do to help boys resist toxic masculinity. One important step is to challenge the harmful stereotypes that boys are often exposed to. We need to teach boys that it is okay to be vulnerable and that there are many different ways to be a man.
The Pressure to Succeed
Another major challenge that boys face today is the pressure to succeed. Boys are often expected to be successful in school, sports, and other activities. This pressure can be overwhelming, and it can lead to a number of problems, including anxiety, depression, and eating disFree Downloads.
Parents and educators need to help boys understand that success is not the most important thing in life. We need to teach boys that it is okay to fail, and that there are many different paths to success.
Helping Boys Navigate the Challenges They Face
The challenges that boys face today are real and they are serious. However, there are a number of things that parents and educators can do to help boys navigate these challenges and become healthy, happy, and successful adults.
Here are a few tips:
- Challenge the harmful stereotypes that boys are often exposed to.
- Teach boys that it is okay to be vulnerable and that there are many different ways to be a man.
- Help boys understand that success is not the most important thing in life.
- Teach boys that it is okay to fail, and that there are many different paths to success.
- Encourage boys to talk about their feelings and to seek help when they need it.
- Provide boys with positive role models who can show them what it means to be a healthy, happy, and successful man.
The Dangerous Boys is a powerful and timely book that will change the way we think about boys and the challenges they face. It is a must-read for anyone who cares about the well-being of boys.
About the Author
Elizabeth JoJo is a writer, educator, and mother of two boys. She has written extensively about the challenges that boys face today. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Atlantic. She is the author of the book The Dangerous Boys: How Boys Can Survive and Thrive in a World of Toxic Masculinity.
4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 52870 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 277 pages |
Do you want to contribute by writing guest posts on this blog?
Please contact us and send us a resume of previous articles that you have written.
Book
Novel
Page
Chapter
Text
Story
Genre
Reader
Library
Paperback
E-book
Magazine
Newspaper
Paragraph
Sentence
Bookmark
Shelf
Glossary
Bibliography
Foreword
Preface
Synopsis
Annotation
Footnote
Manuscript
Scroll
Codex
Tome
Bestseller
Classics
Library card
Narrative
Biography
Autobiography
Memoir
Reference
Encyclopedia
Cindy Richard
Colin Bryar
Cynthia Chen Mcternan
Dan Robson
Daniel Maldonado
Corey Wade
Corey R Tabor
Cynthia Swanson
Craig M Kershaw
Corey Walden
D K Fynn
Daffodil Campbell
Dale Dougherty
Claire Josephine
Craig A Mcdonough
Claire Sierra
Danica Walker
Dan Morain
Clark Norton
Daniel P Huerta
Light bulbAdvertise smarter! Our strategic ad space ensures maximum exposure. Reserve your spot today!
![The Simple Six: The Easy Way To Get In Shape And Stay In Shape For The Rest Of Your Life](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/small-image/unlock-the-secret-the-easy-way-to-transform-your-body-and-maintain-fitness-forever.jpeg)
![Corey Green profile picture](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/author/corey-green.jpg)
- Jamie BellFollow ·15.6k
- Norman ButlerFollow ·12.3k
- Garrett PowellFollow ·15.3k
- Xavier BellFollow ·3.8k
- Mark TwainFollow ·10.9k
- Jacob FosterFollow ·13.8k
- Derrick HughesFollow ·6.8k
- Johnny TurnerFollow ·18k
![Saving Spending Investing Giving: A Veteran Investment Advisor Reflects On Money](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/small-image/veteran-investment-advisor-reflects-on-money.jpeg)
![Donald Ward profile picture](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/author/donald-ward.jpg)
Veteran Investment Advisor Reflects On Money
Unlocking Financial Wisdom...
![University Of Berkshire Hathaway: 30 Years Of Lessons Learned From Warren Buffett Charlie Munger At The Annual Shareholders Meeting](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/small-image/unlock-the-secrets-of-value-investing-with-university-of-berkshire-hathaway.jpeg)
![Fernando Pessoa profile picture](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/author/fernando-pessoa.jpg)
Unlock the Secrets of Value Investing with "University of...
In the realm of investing, there stands an...
![AP Spanish Flashcards Third Edition: Up To Date Review And Practice (Barron S Test Prep)](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/small-image/master-spanish-vocabulary-with-ap-spanish-flashcards-third-edition-your-ultimate-language-learning-companion.jpeg)
![Jorge Luis Borges profile picture](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/author/jorge-luis-borges.jpg)
Master Spanish Vocabulary with Ap Spanish Flashcards...
Are you eager to expand your Spanish...
![Fantasy Tabletop Role Playing Game Tricks: Play Like A Pro](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/small-image/play-like-a-pro-the-ultimate-guide-to-becoming-a-master-of-your-craft.jpeg)
![Roger Turner profile picture](https://librarycard.bccbooking.com/author/roger-turner.jpg)
Play Like a Pro: The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Master...
Are you ready to...
4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 52870 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 277 pages |