With increasing emphasis on salary increases linked to performance management in schools and colleges, this is an essential reference for teachers at all levels. The emphasis throughout the book is on the effective use of positive psychology to promote engagement, participation, performance and enjoyment of learning. The authors give readers “oodles of ideas” , top tips and encouragement to think outside of the box. The illustrations support ideas well. With the emphasis on “grabbing all the kids attention”, the authors illustrate techniques of chunking the lesson into realistic parts without being fixated with the “three part lesson” There are excellent sections on improving engagement, promoting student commitment which translates to “customer loyalty”. The authors, from their wide range of experience have put together an excellent practical resource to promote more effective enjoyment of learning and achievement.