This book provides teachers with a succinct overview of who is at risk for failure in schools-both academically and socially-and why. It includes practical tools for building relationships with these children, and simple strategies for developing students' academic aptitude and social behavior. Readers will find:




Techniques for getting to know children, building positive teacher-student relationships, and supporting positive relationships among children
Teacher-friendly tools for data collection and data-based decision making
Strategies for supporting desired social behavior
20 simple supports teachers can use with basic materials that can be found in any classroom