Towards Culturally Appropriate Behaviour Support delves into the pressing issue of understanding and responding to student behaviour, with a focus on Indigenous students. Drawing from more than two decades of teaching experience, Dr Linda Llewellyn explores the unique challenges faced in classrooms and the stark reality of disproportionate suspensions and exclusions of Indigenous students. This book is grounded in the author’s first-hand experiences and extensive research, providing insights into the cultural differences that significantly impact teaching effectiveness. Featuring excerpts from interviews with Indigenous teachers, teacher aides, liaison officers and family members, the book highlights the crucial role of understanding and respect in creating supportive learning environments. At the heart of the book are the TASSAIS Themes (Teacher Attitudes and Strategies to Support Australian Indigenous Students), a set of attitudes and strategies developed through rigorous research and collaboration with Indigenous communities. These themes offer practical guidance on building strong teacher-student relationships, understanding cultural contexts, and implementing effective pedagogical and behavioural strategies. By emphasising the importance of self-reflection and cultural awareness, the author provides a comprehensive framework for educators to enhance their teaching practices and foster equitable educational outcomes for Indigenous students.

In this profound coming-of-age tale, a boy and an enigmatic older mentor embark on a mysterious journey that will test the limits of trust, wisdom and self-discovery. Through their philosophical dialogues about belonging, purpose and what it means to find one’s place in the world, readers are invited to explore life’s essential questions. Written with teenage boys in mind, this thoughtful adventure weaves together the practical challenges of a physical journey with deeper reflections on what it means to grow into manhood, balancing wonder and work, fun and responsibility, in a story that speaks directly to young minds on the cusp of their own life journeys.

Discover the hidden strengths in your neurodivergent child with this revolutionary guide that transforms traditional deficit-focused approaches into a strength-based roadmap for success. Moving beyond limiting diagnostic labels, this practical handbook reveals how to identify your child's unique learning strengths and leverage them to build confidence, resilience, and lifelong capabilities. With evidence-based strategies drawn from thousands of real-world cases, you'll learn how to convert challenges in attention, sensory processing, reading, writing, and emotional regulation into powerful advantages that school systems often miss. Written for parents and educators of neurodivergent children, this compassionate resource offers actionable tools to help your child thrive both academically and socially. Whether navigating school meetings, building executive functions, or fostering emotional regulation, you'll gain a treasure trove of practical techniques while discovering how neurodiversity has always been humanity's evolutionary advantage. Perfect for families seeking positive approaches to ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other neurodevelopmental variations, this book empowers you to embrace your child's differences as the remarkable gifts they truly are.

In this compassionate and practical guide, a parent who has successfully navigated the mainstream school system with a special needs child shares invaluable insights and hard-won wisdom. Drawing from personal experience with her son's journey through diagnosis and primary school education, the author offers a roadmap for parents facing similar challenges. This book isn't just about educational strategies - it's about finding your path, building effective support teams, understanding your rights, managing the emotional rollercoaster and remembering to care for yourself while advocating for your child. Written specifically for parents and carers of children with various special needs - from ADHD and autism to dyslexia, physical disabilities and mental health conditions - this accessible resource combines emotional support with actionable advice. Featuring personal stories from parents, educators and professionals with firsthand experience, this guide provides diverse perspectives on the mainstreaming journey. Whether you're considering mainstream education or already on this journey, you'll find a cheerleader, practical tips and wisdom from those who understand that while mainstreaming isn't for the faint-hearted, with the right approach, it can be a rewarding experience for your special-needs child.

Life is too short to take too seriously, so why not make every day a playful adventure? 365 Days of Play is your go-to guide for injecting joy, connection, and a whole lot of laughter into your daily routine. Packed with creative challenges, uplifting stories, and science-backed activities, this book is designed to help families, friends, and even solo adventurers rediscover the magic of play. Created by world-renowned play experts Dale Sidebottom & Paul Campbell from The School of Play, this book is more than just a collection of games, it's a movement toward a happier, healthier, and more playful life. From brain-boosting ideas and wacky movement games to gratitude reflections and kindness missions, every day brings a new surprise that will have you smiling, moving, and connecting in ways you never imagined. So, what are you waiting for? Flip to today's page, dive in, and let the fun begin! Let's play!