Self-Esteem: 150 Ready-to-use Activities to Enhance the Self-Esteem of Children and Teenagers to Increase Student Success and Improve Behavior - Paperback

by Brian Harris (Author)

Self-esteem and success go hand in hand. This book can help anyone who works with young people (of all ages) to increase their self-esteem. The book provides 150 practical activities that can be used with children and teenagers. Handouts for any activities are also included as black line masters that you can scan or photocopy for your students. The activities are based on the award-winning author's more than 30 years of experience in teaching. The content focuses on identifying self-esteem (through the use of informal self-esteem surveys that are provided in the book). Activities are provided that can increase student behavior and help students to learn to respect themselves and others. Activities are also provided to establish a classroom where students enjoy learning. Additional activities can help students to learn conflict resolution skills as well as improving the key factors that contribute to student success. Finally, the activities in this book can help students to develop a more positive attitude that can improve their self-discipline as well as contribute to more optimistic thinking. This is a practical book with proven classroom-tested activities.

Author Biography

Brian Harris is an award-winning teacher and bestselling author. He is also an accomplished artist and speaker. His books are noted for their practical ideas in helping others. Brian was educated at the University of Toronto (M.Ed.). In addition he studied at OCAD University. He has taught all grade levels from Kindergarten through senior high school as well as having worked in both college and university settings. Brian has also worked in various special education settings as well as a facility for young offenders. Although he currently works full-time as an author, he is a part-time lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Queen's University. Brian lives in Burlington, Ontario, with his wife and two daughters. He plays recreational hockey as well as enjoying scuba diving and kayaking. In addition, he loves to travel widely with his family.