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`It is refreshing to find such material that has some of its key objectives in changing staff and teacher perceptions of children with behavioural needs' - Educational Psychology in PracticeThis 12-session course for secondary school pupils teaches skills and strategies for more effective relationships and interactions at home and in school. The pack includes:" teacher notes" worksheets " self-esteem rating scales.Strategies to teach include:" mirror talk" positive thinking" respecting yourself.Young people rate this as a useful pack that manages their learning in a respectful manner and builds relationships with peers and staff.

A 12-session course for primary aged pupils. It builds on the "Circle Time" process to teach a range of personal and social skills with activities and ideas for follow up work. It includes strategies such as: listening; turn taking; accepting differences; giving and receiving compliments; co-operating with others; and confident speaking to peers.

Charlie has drawn on her experience of working with secondary pupils to produce this book. It provides a developmental series of lessons providing a wonderful programme.This resource comprises of seven sessions with comprehensive facilitator notes and copiable resources. Topics covered include:" listening" friendship" bullying " anger.This book will assist pupils to develop three key areas:" awareness and development of self" development of personal skills" improve understanding of groups and group processes.The process of Circle Time helps meet the requirements of the Citizenship and PSHE curriculum.

Sometimes we learn something new through personal experience something which up until now, has not been the subject of research. This book provides a mother''s original process of thinking through detail.We all want an in-depth knowledge of autism and Hilde justifies her approach: by thinking through details I have always been able to explain my sons autism.I have never heard anyone explain the world and life from the point of view of a person with autism as clearly as Hilde. Marie Bristol, Head of American Autism ResearchAutism can be explored in different ways. The person who tries to understand autism through Thinking through details will gain a better understanding of the syndrome and how to deal with it.

Suitable for those 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. It includes Pre and post-activities, to encourage children to focus on the content of Circle Time as a way of sharing their work, ideas and thoughts.

Suitable for teachers committed to Circle Time and for looking for various ideas, this book provides activities and various games including: ice breakers; mixing up games; and, energisers.

Through the use of play scripts, this practical guide helps children with autism, and those with specific communication disorders, learn to play.

This text provides teachers of children aged 7-14 with structured opportunities to develop their emotional literacy and emotional well-being. It is firmly supported by a wealth of research which links children's mental and physical health to the development of emotional literacy.

Offers a resource designed to help develop preventative approaches for learning mentors to work and deal effectively with the emotional needs of vulnerable young people. This book helps ensure that children and young people can learn ways to feel safe and valued and to have a sense of self-efficacy.

For those wishing to continue or extend their teaching of emotional literacy this is an unusual and invaluable resource. Developed in collaboration with Professor Simon Baron-Cohen and using his research on human emotions Barbara has devised a programme that makes this accessible and useful in the classroom or small group setting.Simon identified 412 discreet emotions falling into 24 feeling groups. From this we have selected 78 and developed a photo library with two examples of each emotion. One of each is printed in the book for copying and all are available on the CD-ROM for direct printing. The library is sorted into age levels that correlate with Key Stages 1 to 4. At each stage this book includes activities with aims linked to the programme of study in Speaking and Listening and PSHE and Citizenship.An easy to use and fun resource for staff who want to:} assist young people in recognizing emotions} develop pupil awareness of the importance of understanding emotions} enhance social and emotional relationships.

Talking about three teenage girls who have some eating problems, this book explores the different effects on each girl. It also describes the difficulties they face as secrets are disclosed and treatment is embarked upon.

`The uncluttered worksheets in The Powerhouse provide a useful template to spark a childs imagination. The sections for pupil evaluations will help develop the skills of self-reflection: a necessary indicator of emotional intelligence. It is a good introduction to emotional literacy and a welcome addition to primary staffroom resources' - Mark Edwards, Times Educational SupplementThis copiable resource, developed from the work of Elizabeth Morris, Principal of the School of Emotional Literacy, is an essential addition to primary school resources on self-esteem.Designed as a teaching aid for the PSHE curriculum, the sections are graded from 5 to 7 years to 9 to 11 years, following the topics:" All about me" Me and my world" You and me" My dreams and wishes" My daily dilemmas. Each section contains teacher notes and photocopiable pupil activity worksheets.The resource helps schools develop the emotional literacy of young people and can be linked to other curriculum topics.

Visit the author's own website Following the success of Margaret's book Because We're Worth It, she has developed a series of activity sheets for children to start work on in school and to complete at home with parent/ carer support. /caNot only do the activities involve the adult but they also emphasise the importance of families as promoters of self-esteem.There are 10 sets of take home sheets covering:" self identity" self-worth" body language" intercommunication" friendship" feelings" being confident" empathy and sympathy" relationships" co-operation.There are draft letters and explanatory notes for parents.This is a book that will be extremely valuable to all staff who believe in enhancing self-esteem and in involving parents/ carers.Margaret Collins is a former headteacher of infant and first schools. She is now Senior Visiting Fellow in the School of Education at the University of Southampton. She researches children's perceptions of health education topics, writes teaching materials for children, books and articles on PSHE.

Whilst the frequency of Autistic Spectrum disorders rises and identification and assessment techniques improve, we can expect to find young people with Aspergers Syndrome in every school. This work features the ways in which adults working in schools can improve the learning and social experience for these students.

Suitable for those who are interested in learning more about using negotiation and mediation to settle conflicts positively and effectively, this book includes stories that can be used to: generate discussion; stimulate thinking in assemblies; enrich mediation training; support win/win positions; and, help those in conflict find solutions.

This publication provides a comprehensive guide to those who aspire to introduce, teach, support and maintain mediation processes for all young people in school.In a world that fails to manage conflict, those who seek peaceful resolution are urged to promote mediation as a positive solution.Topics covered include: - Circle Time- emotional literacy - affirmation - problem solving - co-operation- conflict resolution - communication - mediation.There are 171 pages and 38 copiable activity sheets, which are suitable for infant, junior and secondary schools.

This six session resource helps Year 6 pupils make a successful transition and follows a Circle Time approach with follow-up activities. The issues covered include: bullying, friendship, the induction day and meeting new people.

In the fourth addition to her series of books about Circle Time in the Secondary School, Charlie has developed a fascinating Circle Time book that addresses the transition from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 4 and considers the dip in achievement especially evident amongst boys. At this transitional phase schools focus on the continuity of curriculum rather than emotional needs. This Circle Time book helps develop emotional wellbeing and reduces the likelihood that pupils will struggle in the later stages of secondary education.Young people need signposting, support, understanding, direction and confidence building at the start of their Key Stage 4 journey. The seven sessions consider issues such as:" Co-operation" Conflict and anger management" Relationships" Hopes and aspirations" Stress and stress management.Detailed facilitator notes and copiable resources are included in the bookThe learning achieved in this programme fits some of the requirements of Citizenship and PSHE curriculum.

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 provide a positive focus for the young people and their families.The programme includes:} Exploring our Feelings about Who We Are} Role-Models} Poetry and Painting} History, Legislation and my Bill of Rights} My Shield of Strength} Hopes, Fears and DreamsThe resource includes copiable material for participants personal files, and posters for display.

This book has been developed from Gillians own work in primary and secondary schools. The publication consists of:- comprehensive teacher notes- lesson plans focused on emotional literacy- copiable diary pages notes.Facilitating this programme the teacher will:- help students to understand, manage and express their own emotions- extend the range of feelings and vocabulary used- encourage emotionally literate behaviours and relationships.An essential resource for those who want to encourage emotional development in young people.

This award winning book illuminates what it means to be a person who has Aspergers Syndrome by providing a window into a unique and particular world.

This programme is aimed at students (aged 11 to 16) with challenging and angry behaviours leading to disaffection and disciplinary problems. The handbook includes teacher notes, lesson plans and photocopiable resources.The 10 lessons and follow up work empower students to:" reflect on behaviour and consequences" recognise and understand feelings" develop strategies to control angry outbursts" respond to conflict without anger" resolve relationship difficulties.The programme promotes self-belief in students that they can effect change in their behaviour and achieve a positive outcome to reduce the risk of exclusion.

The 24 stories in this resource provide a years work based around the people who live in The Crescent. The characters provide a continuity and the themes include:- giving and taking- bullying and friendship- honesty and lies- birth and new arrivals- environmental issues.With every story there is a warm up exercise, Circle Time discussion, supplementary ideas, National Curriculum links and photocopiable worksheets.A comprehensive resource using a mini soap opera storyline, which will help children identify and emphathise with the characters so that they can experience and experiment to gain understanding of their own world.

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.Following the publication of New in Our Nation, a resource for older students, this book has been written to provide a similar resource for younger pupils. It offers the adult who supports these pupils a sensitive, honest and practical programme. This is a good balance between affective and skills based activities and, whilst recognising the uncertainty they face, the six sessions all provide a positive focus for the children and their families. The programme includes:"who we are"important things to me"similarities and differences"what is it like to be different?"my shield of strength.The resource includes copiable material for participants personal files, and posters for display.

`This is one of those books that someone could pick up and read and could open the door to recognition of a condition that has so far been undetected.

Thank you, Thank you. I have been looking for months for an EL course for secondary pupils. This book is fantastic' - Anne Sinar, Teaching and Learning Co-ordinator, Beacon Hill High School, BlackpoolThere is an increasing demand for resources to support teachers in developing young peoples emotional literacy. The 20 lessons explore a range of feelings and provide facilitator notes and activities to help young people:" recognise their emotions in order to be able to label or define them" manage their emotions in order to develop and sustain positive relationships.The 20 lessons include:" introduction to an emotion and warm-up" questions for Circle Time and activities" take home tasks and reinforcement" ideas for a plenary session.Includes photocopiable resources and printable worksheets on the CD.As with all Tinas books this is a practical resource which will engage young people.

A book and CD-ROM pack devised to teach young people about bullying in school and social settings. A team sports model is used to encourage a co-operative atmosphere where children can work together to stop bullying. The pack includes teacher notes, resources for six lessons and ideas for a culminating school assembly celebrating the work done by the children.

This book written by two practitioners is the culmination of 18 years work in Kirklees. It started as a co-operative learning project and developed into a wonderful resource for all those who not only want to Push Back the Furniture to do Circle Time but are looking to extend and develop their ideas.The notes are comprehensive and explicit to promote the development of:" Confidence and responsibility" Roles and responsibilities as citizens" A healthy lifestyle" Good relationshipsAs well as 25 lessons there are:" Themes on self, others, responsibilities and non-verbal communication." A resource section with 29 co-operative games and activities" Photocopiable resources also provided on CD-ROM.This is an exciting and inspiring resource written by practitioners for practitioners in primary schools. The material demonstrates the authors blend of real experience with fresh enthusiasm from Circle Time.

'The worksheets...save valuable time for busy professionals. Overall, this package provides good value at £17.99' - British Journal of Special Education 'Teachers comfortable with developmental group-work, and able to adapt material and tailor it to pupils' responses, will find this a valuable resource' - Adrian King, Times Educational Supplement, Special Needs Extra'The book with its CD-ROM is accessible and provides a structure for staff working in places such as learning support units, withdrawal groups in mainstream schools or special schools. It could also be valuable to youth workers and those working in children's services and CAMHS... this package provides good value as it includes photocopiable self-esteem assessment scales and worksheets as well as a programme structure' - British Journal of Special EducationThis is a programme to encourage positive self-esteem by recognising the 'me' in each individual. It is aimed at children aged 12 years and older.The book supports professionals working with young people who have demonstrated difficulties in achievement and behaviour by providing innovative and creative activities and exercises, which help to reduce behaviours common in those with low self-esteem.This practical programme uses Lucky Duck's B/G-steem self-esteem scale as an assessment tool to evaluate the success of the programme. All the activity sheets and assessment forms needed are supplied on a CD-rom.Anne works in association with schools and the Children's Fund project in Devon.

- Contains 296 printable worksheets on a CD-ROM!These resources aim to encourage teachers, parents or carers and children to work in partnership in setting appropriate targets which will promote positive attitudes to learning and behaviour within the classroom and school context. Children are encouraged to see themselves as learners in a positive way, enhancing their self-image and in turn affecting their learning and behaviour. The resources can be used to reinforce positive learning patterns and behaviour in all children, but they are particularly useful for work with children who exhibit learning and emotional and behavioural difficulties. There are facilitator notes on how to use the 12 sections, which include: . target book covers . daily reward sheets . weekly reward sheets . playtime reward charts . reward charts for home and school.