Teaching Tough Kids

This book delivers a collection of emotionally connecting ideas to sustain the organisational and behavioural transformations of all students, especially those who ‘do it tough’. Highlighting the value of promoting positive, affective connection with students, this practical book presents ways to incorporate these inclusive ideas into your everyday practice with no extra effort. In this inspiring book, teachers can learn how to: build student connectedness to learning; support emotional stability; strengthen organisation patterns; access nurturing and flexible systems; and, improve behaviour and deal with bullying. “Teaching Tough Kids” is a timely reminder that many students have to rely on the warm connections and guidance offered by teachers and mentors to stay in touch with their goals, and this book will not fail to create radical changes in your classroom.