Discover how students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) think and learn differently in this groundbreaking guide for educators. Drawing from extensive research and firsthand accounts, On the Same Wavelength: Neurodiversity, Memory, Learning, and the Autism Spectrum introduces the innovative Thinking, Memory, and Learning Framework (TML), empowering teachers to become cross-cultural interpreters between neurotypical and neurodivergent minds. Through a unique blend of neuroscience, psychology and lived experience, this book challenges traditional teaching approaches and offers practical insights for creating hospitable learning environments that honour cognitive diversity. Whether you're a classroom teacher, school leader or education professional, you'll gain valuable tools for understanding and supporting students with ASD, while learning how to build bridges between different ways of thinking and learning. This essential resource transforms complex research into actionable strategies for inclusive education.

In Thriving Together, seasoned educator David Kolpak presents a comprehensive blueprint for revolutionising wellbeing in schools. Drawing from over 30 years of experience across various educational roles, Kolpak offers practical strategies for creating flourishing environments where both staff and students can thrive. This timely guide challenges the traditional approach to student behaviour management, instead advocating for a holistic understanding of wellbeing that encompasses mental, emotional and physical health. Grounded in positive psychology and enriched by insights from leading experts in the field, this book provides educators with actionable frameworks for embedding wellbeing into school culture. From implementing trauma-informed practices to fostering gratitude and resilience, Kolpak's guidance is both practical and profound. Whether you're a classroom teacher seeking to enhance your own wellbeing toolkit or a school leader aiming to cultivate a more positive school culture, Thriving Together offers invaluable strategies for creating sustainable change in educational communities.

Too Quirky, Too Quick, 2E: Twice Exceptional Gifted Students edited by Dr Susan Nikakis and Rhiannon Lowrey, brings together leading experts in gifted education to unravel the complex world of twice-exceptional (2e) students – remarkable learners who possess both giftedness and learning difficulties. This authoritative volume challenges traditional educational paradigms, offering fresh insights into how 2e students navigate the dual realms of giftedness and neurodiversity, whilst providing evidence-based approaches for their identification and support within Australian educational contexts. Drawing from a rich tapestry of expertise and real-world case studies, the contributors present practical strategies for embracing the unique qualities of 2e learners. The book champions a strengths-based approach to education, moving beyond conventional assessment methods to create inclusive learning environments. Through its collaborative insights from specialists across the field, this essential resource equips educators with the knowledge and tools to help twice-exceptional students flourish in our classrooms today.

Drawing from years of hands-on experience in early childhood education, this essential guide arrives at a crucial time when research increasingly shows the first five years of a child's life fundamentally shape their future development and wellbeing. Written by seasoned professionals who have navigated the complexities of early childhood education, the book provides educators with practical strategies for creating truly inclusive learning environments. Rather than offering a simplistic checklist of solutions, the authors, Jane Warren and Blake Stewart, share evidence-based approaches and real-world insights that empower educators to develop thoughtful, individualised approaches to inclusive teaching. At its heart, this book embraces the fundamental principle that every child deserves to be recognised, and celebrated for who they are, while acknowledging the unique challenges educators face in supporting children with disabilities, developmental delays and neurodivergence. The authors provide concrete tools for professional development, family engagement, and creating environments where diversity is genuinely celebrated. Each chapter builds on this foundation with specific strategies, reflection questions and useful templates, making this an indispensable resource for both newcomers to inclusive education and experienced practitioners looking to enhance their practice.

This book has been designed to support you as you begin experimenting with Project Based Learning (PBL) in your English classroom. Trying out something new in the classroom is always a daunting experience because feedback on success or failure is immediate. The great thing about PBL is that it is creative for both the teacher and the student, and that means that experimentation, and sometimes failure, is a natural part of the process. The methodology of PBL is relevant to areas other than English – it can be used in a range of subjects, with many projects actually integrating more than one subject across the curriculum.This book has been structured into three distinct parts, designed to help you feel supported in your PBL journey. PART ONE: The What, Why and How of Project Based LearningThe first part of the book provides you with some background information about the nature and purpose of PBL, as well as outlining key strategies to ensure a successful and enjoyable learning experience for you and your students. This section also includes a discussion of how assessment works in PBL, as well as the relationship between PBL and the Australian Curriculum’s General Capabilities. PART TWO: Sample ProjectsThe second part of the book provides you with a selection of sample projects suitable for students in Years 7 and 8. You will be pleasantly surprised that a lot of the activities in this section look familiar – that’s because PBL is about taking the best teaching strategies and re-purposing them. The difference with PBL is that it empowers students to see a purpose for their learning beyond the classroom and to feel confident that they know where they are headed while they move through the project process. PART THREE: Additional ResourcesThe third part of the book is full of extra resources to help you design and run your own engaging projects for your English classes. DOWNLOAD the reproducibles here.