" "Boniwell and Ryan provide an excellent synopsis of the current
state of wellbeing literature focusing on evidence-based studies
and how these link into contemporary public policy. This underpins
the work that Boniwell and Ryan have done to ensure that the
'hands-on' methodology outlined throughout the text is underscored
by science that highlights the importance of each exercise.
Students are encouraged by this design to take a long term view of
their development. Boniwell and Ryan's text is a significant
contribution to the growing area of Wellbeing and Positive
Education literature. Its teacher friendly format and engaging
exercises will stimulate many classroom discussions."
Dr Mathew A White, Director, Wellbeing & Positive Education,
St Peter's College, Australia and Fellow, Melbourne Graduate School
of Education, University of Melbourne, Australia
"This book is a much welcomed addition to the field of student
well-being. The authors have captured the science and practice of
positive psychology and have brought together an array of
evidence-based practices and exercises that will allow teachers to
explicitly incorporate well-being into their curriculum and
pastoral care. The 6 areas of well-being are scientifically
validated and the book provides excellent resources and teaching
tips. The comprehensive list of classroom activities will
positively impact upon the well-being of secondary students. This
book is an asset to any teacher who believes in 'whole-student'
learning."
Lea Waters, Associate Professor, University of Melbourne,
Australia
"This book does exactly as promised by the title. Providing
practical, exciting, creative, and stimulating lesson plans for
students, on the subject of well-being and, indeed, life skills,
informed by the best available evidence from Positive Psychology.
The lessons are comprehensive, excellently presented for teachers,
all supported by clear explanations of the research evidence and
concepts, and have the benefit of active student engagement and
participation. This book provides a flexible and accessible source
book of wonderful ideas and activities. Given the importance of
student well-being, and their emotional, social and personal
development, as well as their basic happiness, this book would be
valuable for every Secondary School and Academy."
Professor Irvine S. Gersch, University of East London, UK
"Ilona Boniwell and Lucy Ryan's book is exactly what teachers
require. "It fits with the teachers' needs in terms of how and what
to teach when positive education is a concern.The different aspects
of their program are detailed in 36 lessons, with theoretical
background and practical tips, the "Lesson Plan" and "How to"
parts, which are very useful. This structure is very convenient.
This is not only a book but also a very interesting tool designed
for each teacher in charge of pupils aged from 11 to 14."
Dr Charles Martin-Krumm, University Western Brittany, France
"A very useful compendium of PSHE-type activities"
Guy Claxton, University of Winchester, UK "
This book offers practitioners working with 11 to 14 year olds a
highly practical education resource for running personal well-being
lessons, backed up by scientific research from the field of
positive psychology.
The book is divided into six subject headings, with six lessons
offered per subject area. This will allow you to run a programme
with between 6 to 36 lessons. The six core concepts within positive
psychology for young people are: Positive Self, Positive Body,
Positive Emotions, Positive Mindsets, Positive Direction and
Positive Relationships. The authors ensure that the lessons are
easy to understand, to lead and to manage by ensuring each lesson
contains: A suggested 60 minute outline lesson plan The main body
or the 'how-to' of running the lesson Suggested homework where
appropriate Academic references and resources This is a must-have
resource for PSHE teachers, SEAL co-ordinators, educational
psychologists and youth and community workers looking to deliver a
personal well-being curriculum.
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