The book addresses the problems that couples experience through the life cycle. Each chapter includes an up-to-date review of the literature pertinent to the topic, with a focus on practical interventions which are generally based upon, but not limited to, cognitive and rational emotive behavioral principles. Case studies or vignettes further illustrate application of principles. Worksheets, checklists, or other resources that would be useful in working with couples are also included where relevant. This book presents interventions based upon research, theory, and most of all on practice. And is relevant to marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, psychologists and psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, family law experts, social workers and relationship coaches. In addition, it can serve as a textbook for students in marriage and family therapy.

First Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

First Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

A big attractive colourful book for ESL beginners, aged 3 to 5. It contains 5 illustrated stories written specifically for busy teachers of English as a second or foreign language.

ESL Stories for Preschool: Book 1 teaches animals, colours, numbers, action verbs and other useful vocabulary.

Matching songs and a games book compliment this series of stories which may be used as a complete curriculum or inserted into an existing programme.

In addition to the 52 full-page colour illustrations inside this book are 5 lesson plans with games and 35 flashcards which are included as a bonus download from the author. Details inside the book.

These ESL preschool stories have already been tried, tested and loved by thousands of teachers worldwide since the download version has been available online since 2009 at Teaching English Games.

Adaptable, humourous, easy to put together and fun. Many ESL pupils have found these skits fun, become more confident speaking English and enjoyed the learning process. The skits cover common vocabulary themes and grammar and allow for speaking opportunities in life-like meaningful contexts. Ideal for small groups, one to one with private tutors or use with your own children. Every skit is adaptable to any number of children. Scripts are written for ESL beginners with examples of alternatives provided to show how easy it is to adapt them and make them more complex for intermediate levels. The age bracket suggested is from 4 to 12. Here is what other teachers have reported on using the plays and skits in this book: The kids asked to do it again: I did that play (Ready Steady go ) with my children's class yesterday evening and it worked really well. They absolutely loved it and I wished I'd taken my camera as, by the end of the lesson, they were all sitting in their pretend car with a fine array of ski hats, sunglasses, umbrellas, over-sized gloves, etc. They looked like film stars Anyway, they've asked to do it again next week so a sure sign that they enjoyed themselves. Miranda Goodwin, France Since discovering your materials I enjoy the planning...and love the teaching. You use the fun approach I believe in through the theatre work I have done, and you have given me the confidence to know it can be applied to language learning for this age group. The kids love it and so do the parents Joanna Simm, France The children in my beginners English class had such fun doing your skit 'Ready Steady Go ' They were begging me for a skit. 'The Robot' was perfect and so simple to do. It really helped the kids build confidence in their ability to speak English. Thanks for making us look good Becky Good, Battambang, Cambodia Whenever you have any more ideas be sure to let me know. The stories are fantastic, the games are great and the plays are wonderful Thanks so much for making my classes work so well. Lisa Brownlow in Spain I just wanted to let you know that the plays were a great success and I intend to keep having fun with them. Each of my classes put the play on for the school and the parents Thank you for your great ideas. Michele Hain, Germany Just wanted to let you know how I went with my 1st play girls will be girls and boys will be boys It was great and the kids loved it. I really got them to ham it up when they said "Hey girls."They laughed and laughed they managed the vocab great and I knew it would work as I had taught them the vocab previously. It's amazing to see the confidence it builds in them. At the end of one lesson I had one little girl come up to me and say ?Miss Cathy, I am a dancer? and she showed me some wonderful dance moves. Cathleen Molloy, China

Fun fluency activities and grammar drills for EFL and ESL students.

175 Activities with variants to make learning English fun and effective.

Engage and motivate your students.

Includes activities for all levels plus games and quizzes.

What other teachers have said about this book:

"I never expected SO much in this book Awesome Thank you I'll be going through this book over the holiday season and planning my lessons for the next 6 months and beyond Thank you again Shelley Well worth the money "
Bernie O'Mahony, Route-2 English, Japan

It's this teacher's favourite teaching resource

"Thanks for your book. It's become my favourite resource "
Julie Cartwright, Victoria, Australia

This is the kind of teacher she wants to be:

"I can't thank you enough for your book. Your wonderful and sound advice has given me just the reference points and guidance I feel I need. Thank you again, hearing the words and seeing the methodology of such a passionate teacher has made the all difference in my ability to see clearly the kind of teacher I want to be. "
Georgia Keighery, Australian teaching in a remote part of Indonesia

Instant results

"I used a game from my new book in my adult beginners class yesterday. A big improvement in involvement and motivation was immediately apparent. Thanks."
Jane Clark, Bogota, Columbia

"Thanks so much, Shelley Buying your book a while back, has been one of my best investments as a new teacher I am an ESL teacher in Thailand, and I use the activities in your book all the time "
Renate Janse Van Vuuren, teaching in Thailand

These 14 year olds went from not liking English to wanting more

"All your hard work writing this book has really paid off in my classes. Some of the 14 year olds who didn't like English at all keep asking me when I'm coming back for the next lesson. The other teachers are amazed "
Lesley Chauvier, France

ESL Games: English Language Games for Children is a collection of 176 fun, effective and motivating games for busy teachers who want to inspire their pupils and give them the best chance to become confident with English. The ESL game descriptions are written up with variants for all types of classes from small to large. The English language games cover listening and speaking skills, the goal being that your pupils will actually be able to use the English you cover in your curriculum through repetition that is inherent in the language games, which are really disguised vocabulary and grammar drills, dressed up in fun packaging. In addition spelling and writing games are included, with some reading games. There is no need to consume half a rain forest printing out dozens of worksheets that are mostly white space and take a few minutes to fill in. With these games you need either no resources or vocabulary flashcards, which if laminated may be used for life. "ESL Games: 176 English Language Games for Children" by Shelley Vernon has already helped thousands of teachers around the world via the digital format. It can be a challenge learning to teach, or changing your teaching style but even if you do it one new game a day you'll soon be well on the way to being the inspirational teacher you really want to be.

What other teachers are saying about this book:

He saves time and feels less stressed.

"Thanks Shelley. Your resources are already saving me heaps of time and lessening the anxiety from having such a hectic and mixed teaching schedule." Anthony Bennett, S. Korea

This teacher says "English Language Games for Children" is the best.

"I have looked at many, many books regarding activities and games. I have only found one that is any good. I love your book. It is excellent " Thomas StPeter, Chicago

She saw a change in her pupils behaviour, even the problematic ones.

"After purchasing and using this book, I saw a big difference in my group of 6 year olds. We played our new games I truly saw a a change in their behaviour. They participated and were very excited, even the boys that I had problems with. Now at every lesson they ask: What new game are we going to play today?" Sylvia Karagiannis, Athens, Greece

She earned the respect of her pupils.

Last time when I was playing one of your games I heard one my pupils say to another: This is the best teacher in our school. Before I used your games, my pupils didn't like my courses, but now, when I get into the classroom they greet me with a nice smile, and when we have break, they come to see me and talk to me with what I taught them. Naima Chraa, Morocco

This teacher is now excited about teaching English.

Brilliant It is amazing how many games you can use in just one lesson. I can't believe I am actually excited about starting with the new unit. To be honest I am extremely happy with these ideas. I haven't stopped recieving compliments on my teaching in the last week.... F Javier Marin Millan, Spain

This teacher created a closer bond with her students

In my country, cause of the culture, teachers and learners often have a very long distance with each other. I realised that English games using in my lecture make our relationship become closer and better, and I am very pleased for that. Phuong Thuy, Hanoi, Vietnam

She feels more confident and enjoys the planning now.

I really am so glad I found your stuff...it has completely changed the way I feel about teaching now. Before it was something I had always stressed over, the planning, that is, although I am both Celta and PGCE qualified I still found myself very stressed until every lesson was planned, which could take for ever. Since discovering your materials I sit down to enjoy the planning & love the teaching. Joanna Simm, France

Counseling Children and Adolescents provides readers with a comprehensive exploration of the practice of counseling young clients. The book introduces several theories that have proven effective with young clients, then couples that information with developmentally and culturally appropriate interventions and counseling techniques. Theories addressed include developmental theory, play therapy, brief counseling, reality therapy, and rational-emotive behavior therapy. Each theory is described with specific applications with children and adolescents. Additional chapters explore working with at-risk youth, exceptional children, and youth affected by challenging circumstances. Other topics addressed in the text include working with parents and families in school and mental health counseling, basic counseling skills and ethical considerations specific to children and adolescents, creative counseling interventions, counseling children from diverse backgrounds, and working with youth in small groups. Each chapter includes case studies, step-by-step processes, Voices from the Field, educational vignettes, and student exercises to the bridge the gap from theory to practice. This updated edition of Counseling Children and Adolescents features highly informative chapters and information based on rich experience of the authors. With an emphasis on practical applications and empirically-based approaches, it is ideal for graduate-level courses in counseling, psychology, marriage and family, or social work, as well as for practitioners working with young clients.