146 pages
228 mm x 145mm
ISBN-10: 1 85856 277 5
ISBN-13: 978 1 85856 277 3
May 2003


'I found the analysis of girls' views most interesting and absorbing, their accounts of what is important in their lives and learning, how they perceive barriers to learning and the effects of 'significant others' - British Journal of Educational Studies

'This is a short and beautiful book...read it, put it into action, and let's see what happens'. Times Educational Supplement

The preoccupation with behaviour rather than emotional needs biases the assessment procedures in favour of boys and the voices of girls too often go unheard. Yet girls have equally serious and numerous needs. The action research and group development work at the heart of this standards fund project were conducted by teacher researchers committed to the girls they teach and the development of research practice.
Two reports from the London borough of Newham form the basis for this book: 'Girls' voices: are they on the agenda?' and 'Engaged voices: participatory approaches to supporting girls' learning and emotional development'. The result is a telling study, rooted in the real concerns of pupils and schools.

For teaching and non-teaching staff in schools, especially mentors, and for policy makers, academics, educational psychologists and the DfES.
Leora Cruddas worked as an officer of Newham LEA and is now at the General Teaching Council. Lynda Haddock is head of behaviour support services in Newham.