Transworld Publishers (Division of Random House Australia)
Imprint
Bantam
Publication Date
1 May 2003
Publication Country
Australia
Description
- Do you worry that your child has no interest in schoolwork? - Is your child reluctant to do homework? - Do you worry about your sons struggling at school while girls are enthusiastic achievers? - Do you want to help your child manage their study load better so they leave time for sporting activities and simple fun? If you answered yes to any of these questions, HOW TO MOTIVATE YOUR CHILD FOR SCHOOL AND BEYOND has all the answers and more. A positive, practical guide to helping children be the best they can be, it offers achievable solutions for parents who want their children to do well at school and enjoy the process. New research shows the difference between children who are enthusiastic achievers and those who struggle isn't simply the makeup of the child. Packed with authoritative information and hands on strategies for parents and teachers, HOW TO MOTIVATE YOUR CHILD is a must-have for parents and professionals who work with families and children. Andrew Martin won the prestigious American Psychological Association's international award for his innovative work on what makes children achieve and happy at school. In this book he reveals the secrets that will stop
Author Biography
Dr Andrew Martin is a psychologist and one of Australia's leading experts on student motivation and education. He regularly presents to parents, teachers and students and was named in The Bulletin magazine's Smart 100 Australians . He lives in Sydney with his wife and children and appears regularly on ABC radio.
