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Education - A Carers' Handbook

This guide provides an overview of the education of looked-afterchildren for their carers. It explains the structure of the educationsystem, issues such as exclusion from school and outlines what supportthe child can expect. The guide also explains how carers can makecomplaints about their child's treatment and provides a list of 20 toptips for getting the most out of the education system.

Using Rewards Wisely

This book targets children's professionals working in schools.

It contains tips and advice on rewarding children in order to buildtheir self-esteem in a systematic way. Different types of praise areexamined including self-praise and internalised reward, which lead on toself-motivation.

Ideas for rewards suggested in the book include stickers and "child ofthe week" awards. The authors also suggest ways of including parents andcarers in reward schemes.

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