The Criminalization of Childhood and Adolescence, A Review of Willful Defiance: The Movement to Dismantle the School-To-Prison Pipeline: Mark R. Warren. Oxford University Press, 2022, 334 pp., (paperback), ISBN: 978-0-19-975786-2.

"The Criminalization of Childhood and Adolescence" is a review of the book "Willful Defiance: The Movement to Dismantle the School-To-Prison Pipeline" by Mark R. Warren. The review discusses the disproportionate impact of the school-to-prison pipeline on children of color, children with disabilities, and LGBTQ youth. It highlights the negative consequences of zero tolerance policies and the presence of police in schools, including increased arrests and racial disparities. The review emphasizes the need for reform and alternative approaches, such as restorative justice and counseling, to create safer and more equitable school environments. It also acknowledges recent resistance to these reforms and the importance of revisiting the lessons presented in the book. "Willful Defiance" by Professor Daniel J. Losen and Professor Russell J. Skiba is a book that explores the school-to-prison pipeline (STPP) and provides practical guidance on how to dismantle it. The book focuses on the experiences of black and brown parents and communities affected by the STPP and emphasizes the importance of community organizing and grassroots empowerment. It discusses the history and evolution of the STPP, as well as community-based initiatives to challenge zero tolerance policies. The book also addresses the significance of centering the voices and stories of affected communities and the challenges of collaborating with national advocacy efforts. While progress has been made in reducing suspension rates, racial disparities persist, and the book calls for the authentic implementation of strategies to transform school climate and culture. It also recognizes the need [Extracted from the article]