Attention Seeking A Complete Guide for Teachers
Attention Seeking: A Complete Guide for Teachers by Nigel Mellor is a comprehensive resource published by SAGE Publications on February 1, 2008. This second edition spans 168 pages and is presented in English. The book addresses the challenges associated with attention-seeking behavior in both regular classrooms and pre-school settings, drawing on the author’s extensive experience working with educators and parents.
Readers will find practical techniques and a structured approach to managing attention-seeking behavior. The updated edition features a new layout, including a 10-step program of strategies, guidelines for using stories, and discussions on issues related to time-out. Additionally, it provides current information on topics such as ADHD, autism, and language problems. This guide serves as a valuable reference for teachers, staff in nurseries, and those involved in teacher training, offering insights into effectively supporting young people exhibiting attention-seeking behavior.
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Praise for First Edition:
“Actually makes enjoyable bedtime reading, since Mellor’s style is easy and interesting. Case studies bring the book alive.”
—Special Children
“Good sound advice for those involved in teacher training.”
—Educational Psychology in Practice
This updated edition of Nigel Mellor’s bestselling Attention Seeking: A Practical Solution in the Classroom focuses on solving the challenges raised by attention-seeking behavior, both in regular classrooms and in pre-school settings.
Drawing on more than 20 years’ experience working with teachers and parents, the author’s approach is down to earth, encouraging, and challenging. Useful both as a reference and a practical guide, the second edition offers a new easy-to-follow layout, with chapters containing practical techniques, new case study materials, and updated references. Other new features include:
- A 10 step program of clear strategies
- Guidelines for using stories
- Discussion of problems with time-out
- Current information on ADHD, chaos, autism, language problems, and attachment
- Ideas for managing parent meetings in school
Written for staff in nurseries and schools (mainstream and special), and for lecturers and researchers in departments of education, this resource is ideal for anyone wanting to understand more about attention seeking and how to help the young people who exhibit this behavior.
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