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Creating a Democratic Climate for Kids is a guide to assist educators and parents in developing new strategies as they stimulate today's kids into becoming self-reliant, self-disciplined and self-managing individuals.
List of contents
Preface
Chapter 1: Why Methods of "The Good 'Ole Days" Are No Longer Effective in Today's Schools and Homes
Chapter 2: Key Concepts In The Philosophical Premises: The Power Of Encouragement
Chapter 3: Some Basic Counseling Tools
Chapter 4: Behavior Management Tips to Minimize Misbehavior
Chapter 5: Building a Personal Democratic System Of Discipline: Some Strategies, Theories And Principles to Consider
Appendix: A Quick Reference To Useful Tools To Promote Positive Behaviors
Bibliography
About the author
Mary Lou McCormick is a long-time teacher and school guidance counselor in at-risk schools in Texas and Nevada. She served as a Clark County School District Crisis Counselor for all grade levels for many years. She earned a Master's Degree in Education from West Texas A&M and pursued graduate studies in psychological and educational counseling at Texas Tech University.
Summary
Creating a Democratic Climate for Kids is a guide to assist educators and parents in developing new strategies as they stimulate today's kids into becoming self-reliant, self-disciplined and self-managing individuals.
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As a teacher of English language learners, empowering my students with knowledge and tools spelled out in Creating a Democratic Climate for Kids is a game changer! This treasure trove of concrete tools reveals classroom-worthy principles of democracy for all students. It galvanizes the reader with straightforward, easy to implement strategies to instill these values in all our students.
