Reaching Out

Foreword by Roland G. TharpEnhance your students’ learning experience by involving families in the process—the time to establish caring connections is now!Too often today’s student feels alienated from school and learning suffers as a result. Developing a relationship with the family can provide the missing link in the educational chain. Reaching Out is an invaluable resource for compassionate educators interested in building strong relationships with their students’ families. A dynamic team of teachers and teacher educators have combined their first-hand experience and in-depth research in this essential guidebook. By involving the entire family in the educational experience teachers can bridge the gap separating home and school and help produce happier healthier and smarter kids.Highlights include:Building trust with families Communicating in positive ways with students’ families Implementing family workshops Involving families through innovative homework ideas