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The founders of the United States were well aware of religious differences in the new nation. Oppression had forced varied European religious groups to seek homes elsewhere, some in the new world of America. Governmental pressures toward conformity in religion had in the past led to corruption and civil strife. Thus, Congress made a dual assertion in its First Amendment to the Constitution: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof." However, the ethical foundations of American society--and therefore its laws--intermingle...

Talking it Over is a book written for parents, for teachers, and for guidance counselors, intended as a tool for character development. It emphasizes building supportive climates that promote ethical development, while stressing listening, dialogue, and problem solving. In particular, it places an emphasis on adults working with children to define their beliefs, set goals, and articulate objectives. Parents and educational professionals will view this book as a tool that will help them engage children in conversations about ideas that matter. The book contains sets of worksheets, definitions,...

The mission of educational leadership seems to have shifted from one of culture growth to one of standardized testing. This handbook suggests methods for educational leaders to evaluate and redirect their schools to a broader curriculum that engages the minds of students and teachers.