Guiding Kids Through the Tough Moments

This book centres around those moments when we must get involved, or call a child out on an unsafe, careless, or selfish action. It provides guidance for navigating the commotion and the processes and grit required, especially in the tougher moments.

Mark Le Messurier is a teacher, counsellor, public speaker, and author. He works in private practice as a mentor to young people, a coach to parents, and a teacher educator. He is the recipient of the Australia Day Council's 2022 Senior South Australian of the Year award. His generosity and consideration for others was recognised as profound. He's helped many families, and has improved the self-worth, mental health, and life outcomes of children, adolescents, parents, and educators.

1. Family: an evolution and revolution 2. Which quadrant reflects your parenting or teaching style? 3. 'MIS'behaviour 4. Understanding the stubbornness of behaviour 5. A language that tames shame 6. The 'art' of redirecting unwanted behaviours 7. The 'art' of holding a child accountable, with poise 8. The 'art' of applying an educative consequence, calmly and staying emotionally connected 9. The star act: praise and building credit 10. One size does not fit all: a worthy alternative 11. Wise-guides and self-care 12. Close: thoughts and reflections