This book, based on experiential framework, aims to bridge solid research and empirical support with clear dialogue, exercises and connections back to theory. The book will cover the process of groups and group leadership, theories of group counseling, methods of practice, and direct experiences, cases, and dialogues of groups in practice.

Helps counselors in training learn essential skills for consultation positions for those who opt not to go into private practice. This title also helps students understand the process and stages of consultation as well as some key skills such as writing proposals, conducting workshops, drafting contracts, fees, and reporting.

Taking school leaders on a reflective journey, this book will develop an awareness of the courage required to meet the high expectations placed on leaders by students, parents and staff and will empower them to take charge of building the courage required to do the job well every day.

Debunking common misconceptions and myths surround teaching and education.

Part leadership manual, part short novel, this unique best-seller uses dialogues between a novice and a master teacher and between a new and a seasoned principal to illuminate how viewing a problem through a different lens - political, human resources, structural, or symbolic - can reveal the right solution

Creativity is a key theme in early childhood studies at the moment and is increasingly highlighted in all manner of early childhood academic courses. This book will form the link between creativity and literacy with concrete examples of children's meaning making, as well as offering a protocol for students to follow.

By considering current debates around the alleged failure of multiculturalism this book invites early years practitioners and students to look at the work they are, or will be doing, in relation to cultural diversity

With play a central part of new early years initiatives in all parts of the UK, this book will be essential reading for all early years students and practitioners.

Focusing on organisation improvement and strategical leadership, this book offers a bank of creative ideas and guidance for teachers already in management positions, and those just starting out reflect on their leadership development.

New and updated edition of this popular core text helping students build confidence and understanding of leadership practice for EYPS.