Product reviews for Independent Thinking on Emotional Literacy

Independent Thinking on Emotional Literacy is an excellent read which is honest, accessible and captures you from the start. It offers both new and experienced colleagues something rather unique, and builds upon the fundamental need for our children to understand themselves - illustrating that if we get this right, the rest will follow. 

The passport is a potential game changer for pupils and teachers alike, offering teachers the means with which to increase their pupils' confidence, engagement, resilience and learning. It provides us with a -˜how to' and encourages educators to find their own way with it - to use it, adapt it and grow it. Furthermore, it breaks resilience down into measurable behaviours and allows students to identify their own needs and to be reflective in their progress. This highlights an asset-focused approach to all things well-being - to focus on what we can bring into our lives and the changes we can make.  

The book is startlingly accurate in its description of transition and the whirlwind start to the academic year for pupils and teachers alike, reminding us of the power of listening and the importance of making time in our work with pupils and in education. It also made me laugh out loud in parts and deeply reflect in others.  

Independent Thinking on Emotional Literacy has significantly added key insights to my 20 years' experience of teaching, pastoral leadership and work with young people. Thank you, Richard, for reminding me to keep thinking and reading to improve my own practice!