The authors discuss social listening vs. accurate classroom listening; eye contact and body language, and neurological evidence on the importance of efficient sitting positions.
The authors discuss social listening vs. accurate classroom listening; eye contact and body language, and neurological evidence on the importance of e...
'Simon Burnham has devised a very accessible publication that lives up to its title and has found a new and exciting way of presenting PCP to professionals working with children....I highly recommend it to all professionals who wish to develop more effective practice....I am now joining the Simon Burnham fan club ' - Personal Construct Psychology Association
'Everything Simon covers is in conversational style and supported by many, many excellent examples....All very enjoyable and so many illuminating ideas....I would recommend anyone...
Includes CD-Rom
'Simon Burnham has devised a very accessible publication that lives up to its title and has found a new and ex...
There is a growing awareness that healthy eating plays a crucial role in the development of young people. 'Healthy Schools' and popular television programs have raised the interest in this subject.Margaret draws on her practical experience to produce a book that will engage children in activities and provide teachers with the resources necessary to stimulate interest.There are nine themes including breakfast, dinner and parties and celebration. Each theme has a Circle Time start, a draw-and-talk or draw-and-write activity followed by activities which include 'Let's Grow It' and 'Let's Make...
There is a growing awareness that healthy eating plays a crucial role in the development of young people. 'Healthy Schools' and popular television ...
Following the successful publication of the Asperger Love Guide and Asperger Social Guide this third book in the series of three self-help practical life guides covers the personal issues that an adult with Asperger's syndrome faces in a world not designed for people with autism.
Written from the male and female perspective of two Asperger's adults it looks at:
the positive aspects of Asperger's syndrome
how these translate into everyday life
whether Asperger's syndrome is in fact a disability
strategies to gain mental and...
Following the successful publication of the Asperger Love Guide and Asperger Social Guide this third book in the series of three self-he...
This is the first book I've read in a long time that, once started, I couldn't put down until it was finished. It is an exceptionally good read. The 77 pages are written succinctly with no waffle - just straight to the point.
I will definitely buy a copy of this book for the whole family to use I will use it to guide Joe (my 17 year old Asperger son) when he's ready for it. It's not a book he would read himself; in fact I read the section "the merits of single life" out loud to him a bit like a bed time story' - Action for ASD
'There is a great need...
This is the first book I've read in a long time that, once started, I couldn't put down until it was finished. It is an exceptionally good read.
For many teachers, gender issues related to role models, image and expectations have an effect upon the behaviour and achievement of both boys and girls, often to their disadvantage.
This innovative and practical resource, for teachers of students aged 5-13 provides:
o a programme to promote gender equality and inclusivity in schools and colleges
o a rationale for the programme based on social justice
o a practical set of classroom activities to implement the programme
The book combines the talents and commitment of two leading...
For many teachers, gender issues related to role models, image and expectations have an effect upon the behaviour and achievement of both boys and gir...
For many teachers, gender issues related to role models, image and expectations have an effect upon the behaviour and achievement of both boys and girls, often to their disadvantage.
This innovative and practical resource, for teachers of students aged 14-19provides:
o a programme to promote gender equality and inclusivity in schools and colleges
o a rationale for the programme based on social justice
o a practical set of classroom activities to implement the programme
The book adopts an 'action inquiry' methodology - engaging...
For many teachers, gender issues related to role models, image and expectations have an effect upon the behaviour and achievement of both boys and gir...
Praise for First Edition: -Actually makes enjoyable bedtime reading, since Mellor's style is easy and interesting. Case studies bring the book alive.- --Special Children
-Good sound advice for those involved in teacher training.- --Educational Psychology in Practice
This updated edition of Nigel Mellor's bestselling Attention Seeking: A Practical Solution in the Classroom focuses on solving the challenges raised by attention-seeking behavior, both in regular classrooms and in pre-school...
Praise for First Edition: -Actually makes enjoyable bedtime reading, since Mellor's style is easy and interesting. ...
Refugee children have often experienced great disruption, violence and fear. They have frequently lost members of their family and may even have witnessed their deaths. They have left everything that is familiar and found themselves deposited in a completely different, strange and sometimes frightening environment.
This exceptional resource offers the adults who support these young people a sensitive, honest and practical programme. There is a good balance between affective and skills based activities and, whilst recognising the uncertainty they face, the eight sessions all...
Refugee children have often experienced great disruption, violence and fear. They have frequently lost members of their family and may even have witne...
Written for anyone using Circle Time with 3 to 7 year olds, this book sets out strategies and activities for making the most out of Circle Time sessions. Pre and post-activities are included, to encourage children to focus on the content of Circle Time as a way of sharing their work, ideas and thoughts.
The book provides 11 different themes that can be linked to PSHCE, ranging from Caring for Others to Keeping Safe. Each theme provides:
o aims
o Circle Time activities
o Draw and Talk
o follow-up activities and suggestions for display
o...
Written for anyone using Circle Time with 3 to 7 year olds, this book sets out strategies and activities for making the most out of Circle Time sessio...
