First Published in 1999

This practical text explores children’s emotional development and the correlation between emotional security and effective learning. Advice and techniques are offered which will help teachers, SENCOs, and learning support staff to create an understanding and supportive environment for all children in the primary classroom, including those with emotional difficulties.

The authors focus on a wide range of specific emotional issues, such as coping with loss, separation, anxiety, panic, and anger management, and also demonstrate ways of raising a child’s self-esteem and motivation.