Full Description
This valuable book will give educators solution-based methods and research-based resources to improve classroom culture, as well as enabling schools to elevate students' engagement and academic achievement. In addition, activities will be provided that will help teachers improve their own lives as well as their students' lives. Grounded in scientific research, this book will delve into numerous integral aspects of gratitude as it relates to education. In addition, this useful publication will feature success stories and step-by-step instructions to successfully implement gratitude in schools. Educators will also be shown how to combat materialism and entitlement with gratitude and altruism, how to help teenagers utilize gratitude successfully, as well as encouraging the entire families of our students to embrace gratitude and make it a permanent part of their lives. Finally, educators will be inspired to stay energized with gratitude throughout the school year.
Contents
Dedication
Foreword- Dr. Jeff Froh, Hofstra University
Preface
Introduction
Part I - Overview of Gratitude
Chapter 1: The Roots of Gratitude: Positive Psychology
Chapter 2: Challenge the Culture of Complaining
Chapter 3: Gratitude vs. Materialism and Entitlement
Chapter 4: Overcoming Barriers to Gratitude
Chapter 5: Gratitude and Loss
Chapter 6: Gratitude and Technology
Part II - Applying Gratitude
Chapter 7: Giving Students the Gift of Gratitude
Chapter 8: Gratitude and Mindfulness
Chapter 9: Gratitude and Teenagers
Chapter 10: Enlisting the Support of Family
Chapter 11: Keeping Gratitude Fresh and Energized over the School Year
Chapter 12: Remaining Teachable with Gratitude
References
Gratitude Resources
Index
About the Author
Acknowledgments
