Author: David Pollock, Ruth van Reken and Michael Pollock

Publication Date: 2017

ISBN: 978-1473657663
Extent: 480 pp

Description from bookseller:

“In this 3rd edition of the ground-breaking, global classic, Ruth E. Van Reken and Michael V. Pollock, son of the late original co-author, David C. Pollock have significantly updated what is widely recognized as The TCK Bible. Emphasis is on the modern TCK and addressing the impact of technology, cultural complexity, diversity & inclusion and transitions. Includes new advice for parents and others for how to support TCKs as they navigate work, relationships, social settings and their own personal development. Specific updates:

  • A second PolVan Cultural Identity diagram to support understanding of cultural identity
  • New models for identity formation
  • Updated explanation of unresolved grief
  • New material on ‘highly mobile communities’ addressing the needs of people who stay put while a community around them moves rapidly
  • Revamped Section III so readers can more easily find what is relevant to them as Adult TCKs, parents, counselors, employers, spouses, administrators, etc.
  • New “stages and needs” tool that will help families and organizations identify and meet needs
  • Greater emphasis on tools for educators as they grapple with demographic shifts in the classroom.”

Bookseller link: https://www.amazon.com/Third-Culture-Kids-3rd-Growing-dp-1473657660/dp/1473657660/ref=dp_ob_title_bk

Key reason(s) to include in the MobileWorlds library:

This is really THE classic book on Third Culture Kids (not to be confused with “third cultures” more generally).

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