Is Parenthood a Right or a Privilege?

Should couples be required to obtain a license before having children? Would mandated parenting licenses infringe on parental rights? Do men have the right to refuse parenthood? To what degree do mentally disabled people face biases in parenting rights? This informative anthology tackles issues related to parenthood. Diverse voices offer various perspectives on these contentious issues, allowing readers to gain insight into the nuances of this complicated topic.

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Review: Is Parenthood a Right or a Privilege?Each well-chosen selection raises fascinating questions about the legal and ethical aspects of each issue, inviting teens' empathy with personal histories as well as facts. With up-to-date, relevant resource lists and expertly edited selections, these volumes, like others in the venerable series, are natural choices to support high-school debates and classroom discussion.Booklist, March 2011
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Grades
10-12+
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Grades
9-12+
Details:
Product type: Paperback Book
ISBN: 978-0-7377-4431-6
Author: Stefan Kiesbye
Copyright: 2009
Reading Level: Grades 10-12+
Interest Level: Grades 9-12+
Dimensions: 6" x 9"