Journey Towards the Caring Classroom, 2nd Ed

Journey Toward the Caring Classroom, 2nd Edition: Using Adventure to Create Community in the Classroom

By Laurie Frank

Overview
Journey Toward the Caring Classroom, 2nd Edition, is a transformative resource for educators and facilitators seeking to foster genuine community, trust, and social-emotional growth in their classrooms. Laurie Frank expertly bridges the worlds of conventional and experiential education, offering a practical, evidence-based approach that empowers teachers to become facilitators and equal members within a collaborative learning community. This book is designed to help every learner thrive in an environment built on respect, risk-taking, and shared goals.

Features

• Classroom as community, where every student is valued and differences are respected

• Integrates adventure and experiential education principles for dynamic, accessible learning

• Practical in-class activities, reflection prompts, and life skills exercises

• Guides groups through stages of community building with a clear developmental sequence

• Suggestions, facilitation tips, and adaptable ideas for each phase of the process

• Helps educators start and sustain their own programs with actionable planning tools

Why We Love It
Journey Toward the Caring Classroom stands out for its holistic and accessible approach to building classroom community. Laurie Frank’s blend of theory, practical activities, and facilitation insights empowers teachers to create safe, inclusive spaces where students can take risks, collaborate, and develop essential life skills. The focus on the teacher as a facilitator and equal participant nurtures a sense of belonging and shared responsibility, making it a valuable resource for anyone committed to meaningful, student-centered learning.