Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Runaways Runaways Keith Elliot Greenberg Discusses why some young people run away from troubled homes and what can happen to them and tells the stories of several teenagers who found help at Noah's Ark, a shelter run by Sister Dolores Garta… OL14919477W
Street kids Street kids R. Barri Flowers "This book explores the problem of street kids in America. Precipitating factors that lead to homelessness are explored. These children often become the victims of sexual exploitation by pimps, prost… OL15520358W
Educational experiences of hidden homeless teenagers Educational experiences of hidden homeless teenagers Ronald E. Hallett "Homeless youth face countless barriers limiting their ability to complete a high school diploma and transition to postsecondary education. Their experiences vary widely based on family, access to so… OL16282732W
Ragged Dick Ragged Dick Horatio Alger, Jr. "Ragged Dick" was contributed as a serial story to the pages of the Schoolmate, a well-known juvenile magazine, during the year 1867. While in course of publication, it was received with so many evid… OL2341714W
Youth justice and the new street urchins in Canada Youth justice and the new street urchins in Canada Kathy Sharon Powelson "Over the last ten years, the number of street youth in Canadian cities has increased significantly. Concerns have been raised about how best to manage this group, many of whom are homeless, drug-add… OL29228233W
Working with young homeless people Working with young homeless people Phil Robinson "This guide provides information and advice on how to understand the needs of these young people, and how to ensure they are supported effectively." "Key issues covered include the relationship betwe… OL5451475W