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Discover 8 trauma-informed strategies to empower you and your teachers, engage your students, and proactively improve student behavior The Science of Discipline is a proven and transformative roadmap to tackling some of the biggest behavioral problems faced in school systems today. Nathan Maynard, a global leader in discipline and restorative practices, offers insightful theories and practical strategies to take a more proactive approach to improve student behavior in the classroom with immediate and long-lasting effects. Many behavior modification models are outdated and fear-based, creating more challenges than they solve. Instead, this book walks you through Maynard's signature trauma-informed approach, focusing on belonging, accountability, and logical consequences for students. Supported by groundbreaking research in behavioral neuroscience, as well as Maynard's extensive experience consulting and training thousands of educators and working with students in some of the most complex school systems across the globe, this book gives you 8 strategies to work through the most complex challenges students and educators face with discipline: Discipline: Recognize that each child is unique, and adapting to their differences is key.Cultivating Accountability: Teach kids to take responsibility for their actions through clear expectations and consistent consequences.Ending Loneliness is Schools: Create an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and connected.Building Empathy: Encourage understanding and sharing of feelings to foster a compassionate community.Respect: Manage difficult behaviors with respect and effective strategies to maintain a safe environment.The Power of Differentiated Thinking: Support neurodivergent and disabled students with personalized and inclusive teaching practices.Raising Kids: Build strong relationships through meaningful connections, effective communication, and conflict resolution.Understanding the “Bad Kid”: Look beyond labels to understand and address the root causes of a child's behavior.Featuring powerful stories from students and teachers, this book also shares Maynard's inspiring journey from generational poverty, childhood trauma, and a 'bad kid' reputation to a life dedicated to healing others worldwide. Down-to-earth and highly practical, The Science of Discipline earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all educators, administrators, parents, and community leaders ready to find a new way forward in a swiftly changing and complex school system.

Answers to all your burning questions and practical advice for helping LGBTQ+ students thrive In Teach Like an Ally: An Educator's Guide to Nurturing LGBTQ+ Students, veteran classroom teacher and celebrated transgender advocate Flint Del Sol weaves humor, storytelling, and expertise into a hands-on guide for educator-allies. Del Sol offers actionable strategies that you can implement in classrooms right away. He also tackles the complex questions teachers face: What should you do when a student asks for one name in the classroom, but another at home? Or when you're sure a student is trans, but they haven't said anything to you? How do you know your bathroom pass policy isn't hurting your most vulnerable students? What do you do when your values are at odds with school policy? Building a positive school climate doesn't have to be intimidating. In Teach Like an Ally, you'll learn how educators can support each other and how we can all give LGBTQ+ students the best possible chance to flourish. Get candid answers to difficult questions about LGBTQ+ students in the classroomBecome a stronger ally by understanding what LGBTQ+ students go through in secondary school settingsLearn the research-backed practices you can implement to make your classroom a safe space for allSupport all students in developing compassion and understanding for one anotherThis pragmatic book is for teachers, administrators, families, and anyone committed to the wellbeing of LGBTQ+ students in secondary classrooms.

Effective, realistic strategies for moms with ADHD to manage their homes and lives With the tips and strategies offered in Master The Mundane, moms with ADHD can take control of their lives and make real changes for immediate impacts in their homes, both for themselves and if raising neurodivergent kids. This book shows readers how to understand the impact of ADHD on their lives, implement strategies for parenting and organization, manage their time effectively, and end the daily overwhelm, helping to make life less stressful, isolating, and difficult. Written by Amy Marie Hann, a popular advocate in the ADHD community and a neurodivergent mother who practices what she preaches, this book explores topics including: How and why motherhood exacerbates ADHD symptomsThree types of women with ADHD: the unrealistic perfectionist, the passionate procrastinator, and the overthinkerPractical strategies like chunking, simplifying, and body doubling to create lasting rhythms and routinesEnergy management tips and tricks to avoid burnout, even during busy daysEssential aspects of raising children with ADHD and how to create an ADHD-friendly family cultureWith a relatable, authentic voice that makes readers feel immediately heard and understood, Master The Mundane is your go-to resource for transforming chaos into calm and thriving as a mom with ADHD, no matter whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing ADHD for years.

A practical and contemporary toolkit based on the latest reliable evidence for the parents and professionals helping youth with ADHD navigate the challenges it presents In The Executive Function Playbook, ADHD and Executive Function Specialist Mike McLeod, delivers an evidence-based, effective toolkit for parents, teachers, therapists, counselors, principals, directors, and superintendents who work with and care for youth with ADHD. It's a playbook for success that equips you with the knowledge, acceptance, understanding, and info you need to dramatically improve the lives of young people who work every day to manage the challenges and struggles associated with ADHD. The book is filled with real, practical strategies that work in the classroom, at home, in workplaces, and online. It demolishes the myths and pseudoscience served up by social media algorithms and draws on the author's extensive experience living with ADHD and treating youth with this diagnosis, as well as the latest research conducted by reputable academics and practitioners. Inside the book: Candid, accurate discussions about the realities of living with ADHD and how to assist young people with the disorder to capitalize on their strengths and mitigate their weaknessSpecific, actionable strategies to deal with the most disruptive symptoms of ADHD, including impulsivity, inattention, time management deficits, and moreA comprehensive exploration of the root causes of the executive function deficits caused by ADHD and the techniques you can use to help address themADHD is a complex and poorly understood disorder that is difficult to treat effectively. This does not mean that the parents and professionals who are responsible for youth with ADHD are doomed to a lifetime of frustration and futility. The Executive Function Playbook contains a powerful and complete collection of tools, strategies, case studies, success stories, and frameworks for significantly improving the lives of young people with ADHD. Readers will benefit from the latest research, information, and best practices as they confront the significant – but manageable – challenges that ADHD presents.

How to talk to kids about food and bodies—without guilt, shame, or fear. Food Positivity is a compassionate, practical guide that helps parents shift the way they talk about food and bodies—so they can raise kids with healthy relationships with food, body image, and self-trust. If you've ever worried about saying the wrong thing or passing down the same body shame you grew up with, you're not alone. Written by two registered dietitians and moms, this book unpacks the influence of diet culture and offers tools to help you break the cycle—starting with yourself. Inside, you'll learn how to: Understand how children learn to think about food—and why common language often reinforces cycles of negative food and body beliefsLet go of guilt and second-guessing, while building more trust in how you feed your kidsNavigate picky eating and food obsessions without pressure, bribery, or battles Talk about food and bodies in ways that nourish your child's physical and emotional well-being—for lifeShift from control-based feeding to a trust-centered approach that supports intuitive eating and autonomyWith tools you can use in real life—right away—Food Positivity helps you break free from the cycle of food and body shame without guilt, pressure, or perfection. This is your invitation to raise kids who feel confident in their bodies, curious about food, and free to trust themselves—all while growing your confidence as a parent.

A practical and research-backed discussion of how to improve mental, emotional, academic, and life outcomes for boys In Breaking the Boy Code: The New Playbook for Raising Resilient Boys, child and adolescent mental health expert and psychotherapist Dr. Katie Hurley delivers a timely and important discussion about the urgent crisis facing boys today. She carefully examines the societal pressures and toxic masculinity that negatively impact boys' mental health, academic performance, and social relationships. The book offers actionable steps for both parents and educators who work to support boys aged 5 to 15. It demonstrates how to help them develop emotional resilience, empathy, and healthy relationships. You'll also find: Hands-on and practical steps that parents, caregivers, teachers, and others can implement immediately to improve outcomes for the boys they're responsible forScripts and strategies for helping young and teenage boys improve their relationships and livesThe latest research on pre-adolescent and adolescent boysPerfect for the parents of boys, educators, teachers, coaches, and mental health professionals, Breaking the Boy Code is an essential strategy guide for improving the lives of boys everywhere and for helping them meet the extraordinary challenges posed by contemporary life.

Provides expecting mothers with an all-in-one companion that empowers them to embrace a confident, calm, and positive pregnancy journey Pregnancy can feel like a rollercoaster—exciting, emotional, and at times overwhelming. The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy is your reassuring companion through it all. Written by Nina Spears—known to thousands as The Baby Chick®—this book offers an approachable, evidence-based guide for women who want to feel informed, supported, and empowered every step of the way. Drawing on her 15 years of experience as a birth and postpartum doula, Nina brings you expert-backed insights and practical tools to nurture your mind, body, and heart. Organized trimester by trimester, this book helps you manage physical changes, reduce anxiety, and connect more deeply with your growing baby and your partner. Providing everything from recipes and exercises to journaling prompts, checklists, and guided meditations, Nina blends trusted medical knowledge with holistic wellness and emotional support to help you feel better prepared throughout pregnancy, and ready for a positive birth and postpartum experience. Whether you’re a first-time mom or adding to your family, The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy reminds you that you’re not alone—you’re capable, strong, and supported through every kick, craving, and milestone. The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy is your roadmap to a confident and joyful motherhood journey. Inside, you will find: Expert-backed medical guidance with emotional and mental wellness toolsA trimester-based structure for easy navigation and targeted supportEasy-to-use practices tailored to each stage of pregnancyPartner tips to strengthen connection and shared supportAffirmations, meditations, and mindfulness techniques for calm and clarityIdeal for expecting mothers—especially first-time moms—The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy can be used in prenatal education, childbirth preparation, or maternal wellness courses. It’s also an invaluable resource for doulas, childbirth educators, and healthcare professionals who support families through pregnancy and postpartum.