Revised new edition of Circle Time for Emotional Literacy that illustrates how the Circle Solutions philosophy and pedagogy can be used in all phases of education to build relationships and resilience for children and young people.

Preface Acknowledgements About the Author List of Tables and Figures The Circle Solutions Philosophy and Principles The Circle Solutions Pedagogy: Maximising Effectiveness The Basics Strengths, Dreams and Values Positive Communication Skills Emotional Awareness and Skills Promoting the Positive for Resilience Shared Humanity: Connection, Belonging and Empathy Friendship, Cooperation and Ethics Circle Solutions for Challenging Situations Appendix 1: Twelve Dimensions for Learning Relationships and Promoting Wellbeing: Lesson Content and Congruent School Context Appendix 2: Games Index Appendix 3: Useful Resources

'Within the current climate it is easy to forget that education needs to help young people flourish in every dimension of human functioning. Roffey's unshakable conviction in the development of the whole person reverberates through every page of this new edition. Grounded in contemporary research, Roffey ignites the reader's conviction that 'I can do this too!' Gifting the educator with a treasure chest of fresh, engaging, practical and applicable ideas, this book makes it possible for every teacher to build both the learning and well-being of all young people.' -- Kerry Bird'Circle Solutions creatively invites the reader to weave optimistic and positive thinking into young people's lives, significantly impacting on fundamental aspects of child and adolescent development. The development of resilience, respectful relationships, a sense of belonging ,empathy and safety are crucial ingredients in building mental health and wellbeing in young people. Dr Sue Roffey offers practical and effective strategies to build these ingredients that are framed within well founded educational and psychological principles. Circle Solutions gives educators an essential tool to enhance student wellbeing.' -- Jill Pearman'This is a very practical guide to a teaching approach that enables children to become more powerful learners; it is also an opportunity to spend time with a big-hearted person who understands what happens for children in school and how circles can help them grow.' -- James ParkThe book is well written and has a well-structured layout. there are photocopiable resources and a games index, which is invaluable for finding and planning activities quickly...The book has inspired me to try out some of the ideas and even demonstrate them to colleagues. Were I a mainstream teacher, I would find it a useful resource to ensure all children are fully included in circle time. -- Helen Punter-Bruce, specialist teacher East Sussex