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 Great ideas for how to handle difficult students November 19, 2009
Mary L. McHugh (Denver, CO, USA)
This is a wonderful resource for teachers, not only of elementary school, but even for higher education. All too often I hear teachers say they worried all night about a particular student's lack of performance or behavior problems. This book promotes the philosophy that we should find ways to have the student experience the consequences of his or her academic or behavioral issues. But it also helps us understand that the best way to help students overcome issues with study habits, motivation, or behavior is to treat them with great love. Students won't change for somebody they sense doesn't like them or perhaps just doesn't care one way or the other about them. But when they sense that you as a teacher truly love them and are acting in ways to help them, they will be open to your appropriate disciplinary actions. Discipline means to teach. It does not mean to punish or hurt. This book really helps with our efforts to have the right attitude and posture, and to select disciplinary actions that will actually help the student improve. I recommend it to all my colleagues.
 Great way to discipline November 11, 2009
Anne of Green Gables (Virginia)
This book is wonderful! There are so many good ideas and thoughts shared about how to interact with the children. I have used the method combined with others found lots of success. Good luck reading!
Outstanding October 3, 2009
J. Gibbons (Dallas, Texas)
This book arrived quickly and was in perfect condition. This book should be owned by every teacher. The information in this book will change your life as a teacher. I had the great honor of hearing Jim Fay on two separate occasions, and the insight he has is so critical to a successful teacher-student relationship. He also has wonderful advice about parents. I review it often. Thanks so much! I have taught for 24 years, and I learned things I so wish I had known years before.
Empowering Students to Take Responsibility for Their Actions September 5, 2009
M. Fisher (Las Vegas, NV)
I have been teaching for 35 years. But I feel I've learned a lot from the Love and Logic series for the classroom. Since using the love and logic techniques in my class, I find I am less tired at the end of the day. I don't get frustrated and raise my voice with my students when they make poor choices. I just put their decision back on them, and give them choices. And then I follow through with the consequences. Love and Logic techniques let the student make the choices. They feel empowered, and are less likely to get into power struggles with the teachers. I would recommend this book for new teachers and experienced teachers. It has something that all of us can find helpful in our effort to help our students be more responsible citizens.
Awesome! August 23, 2009
R. Watson (Ga, USA)
This book is wonderful and I suggest it to any and all teachers. I am currently finishing up my program in college and will be teaching very soon. I found this book to prepare me and open my eyes to a new way of teaching. I have see the results of this book it is an invaluable tool! Totally worth it!
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