Teen Incarceration: From Cell Bars to Ankle Bracelets

by Patrick Jones

In the United States, the conversation about teen incarceration has moved from one extreme to another. For centuries, execution of juvenile offenders was legal. By the twenty-first century, the US Supreme Court had moved closer to banning all executions of minors, regardless of the severity of the crime. Since the 1990s, the US juvenile justice system has moved away from harsh punishment and toward alternative evidence-based models that include education, skills building, and therapy.

In Teen Incarceration , readers meet former teen incarcerees who now lead exemplary lives. Learn how juvenile justice works in the United States and meet the people working to reform the system.

Genres: Nonfiction, Sociology, Social Justice

120 pages, Library Binding

Published August 1, 2016

About the author

Patrick Jones is the author of five realistic teen novels, most recently Stolen Car((Walker / Bloomsbury, 2008). His first young adult novel Things Change (Walker & Company, 2004) was named by the Young Adult Library Services Association as a best book for reluctant readers, and was runner-up in the Teen Buckeye Book Award selected by Ohio teens. His second novel Nailed was published by Walker / Bloomsbury in spring 2006 and was a runner-up for the Great Lake Book Award. His 2007 novel, Chasing Tail Lights, is nominated for the Minnesota Books Awards. His most recent (and last) professional publication is Connecting with Reluctant Readers (Neal-Schuman, 2006). In 2006, he won lifetime achievement awards from both the Catholic Library Association, and the American Library Association. Jones is a frequent speaker at library conferences, having visited all fifty states, as well as in Canada, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. Jones grew up in Flint, Michigan, but now lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Read more at his web page www.connectingya.com, including FAQs about Things Change and Nailed (perfect for book reports!). NOTE: After a bruising experience with another author, he's limited his reviews on Good Reads to only raves as not to disturb the "fellowship" of YA writers.

Reviews

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

Seven thousand stars. All the stars. Cogent, readable, well-organized, compassionate rundown of what we do - and have done in the past - with kids who get in serious trouble, written by a librarian with many years of experience with juvenile offenders. Lots of case studies and quotes bring the facts and figures to life. Highly recommended.

[The Keepers of the Books · Rating 3 out of 5]

In the United States, the handling of juvenile offender has gone from one extreme to another. For centuries, it was legal to execute minors. Now day, based off of neuroscience, juvenile justice has move more towards alternative forms of punishment like restorative justice models. In this book. The author explores the history of juvenile justice, how former incarcerees have changed as a result, and a look at what life is like behind bars.

The layout is well-done, the information is eye-opening and helpful. Included are primary sources like photographs, quotes, and studies that shed light on the school to prison pipeline amongst a few other things. Although the information isn’t that objective, the evidence used to back up the author’s claims is diverse and would be helpful for those doing argumentative essays or who need to research a current issue. Included are source notes, sources for further information, glossary, and an index for sue with common core standards.

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[Cindy Mitchell *Kiss the Book* · Rating 4 out of 5]

Jones, Patrick, Teen Incarceration: From Cell Bars to Ankle Bracelets. Pgs. 120. erner Publishing, 2017. $37.32. INFORMATION.

In the United States, the handling of juvenile offender has gone from one extreme to another. For centuries, it was legal to execute minors. Now day, based off of neuroscience, juvenile justice has move more towards alternative forms of punishment like restorative justice models. In this book. The author explores the history of juvenile justice, how former incarcerees have changed as a result, and a look at what life is like behind bars.

The layout is well-done, the information is eye-opening and helpful. Included are primary sources like photographs, quotes, and studies that shed light on the school to prison pipeline amongst a few other things. Although the information isn’t that objective, the evidence used to back up the author’s claims is diverse and would be helpful for those doing argumentative essays or who need to research a current issue. Included are source notes, sources for further information, glossary, and an index for sue with common core standards.

MS, HS. ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Jessica M, Library Media Specialist, Olympus Jr. High.
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[Lucifer706 · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is a really good book for someone who wants a longish book with many facts about the juvenile detention system. It also is very interesting because it has many personal stories has images and you learn a lot. It tells you about the many different laws that involve juvenile imprisonment and different court rulings that changed the laws. You also don’t just learn about stuff that happened this decade, you learn about many different laws and court rulings that have happened over the years. Also it tells you the major people who improved the system and the people who made the system worse. The book also tells you about the many different juvenile systems.

[Kaylyn Ahn · Rating 5 out of 5]

why does this have such a low average star rating?
This is definitely not the right word I'm looking for, but it's very digestible. Or is the word consumable? I don't know at this point. I read this a bit ago and it was kind of my starting point when it came to studying juvenile justice. It describes the history as well as stories of incarcerated children, balancing an informative side as well as the emotional impact of an inhumane, overly punitive system. It's a very powerful and short book. I would definitely recommend it.

[NCHS Library]

From Follett: In the United States, the conversation about teen incarceration has moved from one extreme to another. For centuries, execution of juvenile offenders was legal. By the twenty-first century, the US Supreme Court had moved closer to banning all executions of minors, regardless of the severity of the crime. Since the 1990s, the US juvenile justice system has moved away from harsh punishment and toward alternative evidence-based models that include education, skills building, and therapy.

[Brandi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Succinct yet thorough look at the history of juvenile incarceration in America. Jones’ assertions on what types of juvenile justice work are based on scientific evidence, as seen in the extensive back matter. Jones also includes a great list of recommended fiction and nonfiction titles as well as films for readers who want to learn more. Suitable for both middle and high school, highly recommended.

[Zahnii (Suzanne) Artis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very insightful coverage both looking historically at how juvenile detention evolved and at modern day. References to research indicate that punitive based "programs" don't have positive lasting effects while more therapeutic settings are more effective. Seems obvious, but there is lots of evidence in the book to put behind our own common sense. Very well researched, written and organized.

[Luca Bucher · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book was all right it was a little harsh about how black people get treated in prison and how it is not fair I thought it was a very violent book. It talked a lot about how kids in jail and what they did to get in jail I thought it was a really hard book to read for a teenage.

[Nickie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is excellent. It focuses on how our juvenile justice system is failing our youth and offers suggestions on how to fix it.

[Sabrina Padfield · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not what I thought it was going to be. It's about the different facilities in the area and I thought it was going to be about true teen stories about them having problems. I stopped reading it.

[Rachel Grover · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant resource for adults and teens alike on the history of teenage incarceration and it's progression through US history. Easy to understand with ample color and personal stories, this is an essential for all secondary collections. I particularly appreciated the Further Reading section with suggestions for fiction, nonfiction, film, and website resources. Excellent and well researched. On order for my MS library.

[Jenny Olechowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quick, informative, even has potential uses in the alternative ed classroom.

[Mandy Peterson · Rating 4 out of 5]

The layout of this book is great for reading cover to cover. However if you are looking for information on just a topic or two, use the handy dandy index. Written by a former teen librarian, Teen Incarceration's strengths lie in its additional resources: index, suggested resources (including websites), further information, sources, bibliography, and photo credits.
The individual stories scattered throughout really help illustrate the author's points and are poignant. Writing is very accessible yet knowledgeable. It's a great addition to anyone's collection!

[Autumn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heartbreaking, well-researched history of juvenile justice as applied in the USA. Particularly appreciate the short profiles of activists who got caught up in the system as youthful offenders and emerged as changed men.

Essential for all school and public libraries.

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

it had interesting stats, stories about real teens (which is what i read this for; i love true crime stories) and engaging writing. i'm not generally one to like a non-fiction book, but this one was actually pretty good

[Edward Sullivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reviewed for professional publication.

[Mary Peterson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent and intelligent read. Clear and precise.

[Erin Long]

Teen Incarceration is an ideal pairing for Government class curriculum. Author Patrick Jones shares stories of former juvenile inmates who have turned their lives around. What makes this book worthy of using in a classroom is Jones' explanation of how the justice system works. He also provides a look at the factors that contribute to crime by youth.