Finally, they are ready to perform, having met their respective responsibilities and having learned something about responsibility in the process. Supporting print is available at the Book Bureau. From the Start is to prevent young people from developing abusive and dangerous dating attitudes and habits. Several scenes are acted out and then students are given the opportunity to role play and discuss each scene. The definition of dating violence is stated.
Students learn where to go for help, how to avoid being abused, and how to avoid abusing someone.
A very useful study guide is included. He was infected with HIV by contaminated blood products. Ryan answers questions from teens and preteens with sincerity and honesty. His positive attitude is very inspirational. Ryan died at age 18.