The impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) is explored in this book, which offers practical tools and strategies for educators to address classroom challenges and promote student well-being. It combines insights from educators' lived experiences with proven approaches such as Restorative Practice, Transactional Analysis, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Suitable for school leaders, teachers, and classroom assistants across primary and secondary settings, the book provides a fresh perspective on classroom dynamics and equips educators with the confidence to provide the support students need to thrive.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2024
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Highly commended in the CPD category for the Teach Awards 2024

The impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) lies behind many of the most common and bewildering classroom challenges today. Understanding the why behind students' behavior can be transformative in shifting school behavior, as well as the welfare of your students. This book is grounded in the lived experiences of educators who overcame challenges in early life. It combines their insights with easy-to-implement tools, worksheets, and resources drawing on proven Restorative Practice, Transactional Analysis, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches. It will provide you with a fresh perspective - to see what is really going on in your classroom - and will give you the confidence to provide the support your students really need in order to thrive. Whether you are a school leader, teacher, or classroom assistant; primary or secondary; in mainstream, SEND, or alternative provision, this book will help you to create positive change.

Weight: 270g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839974939