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On this site you’ll find information about my work as an author, journalist and trainer. You’ll also get practical advice about building positive relationships with children and young people, whether you're a teacher, a parent, or both.  Use the buttons on the left to find your way around, or have a look through the Quick Links on the right.. Let me know if you've got any ideas about features or articles that you'd like to see on my website.

While you're visiting, why not take a look at my new blog, 'Elephants in the Classroom'? You might also like to download the free lists of ideas for rewards and sanctions, that I've collected over the years. Whatever the reason for your visit, I hope you enjoy your stay.

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Sue Cowley

Quote of the Moment:

After my adventure in the Easter holidays. It seemed appropriate to nominate the following as my 'quote of the moment' (see myNews page to find out why, or use the following quote to make an educated guess!):

"An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered. An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered." G.K. Chesterton

For previous quotes of the moment, gohere.

Last updated: 18th June 2010

Quick Links

* Check out my newBlog - 'Elephants in the Classroom'. My thoughts on all those unspoken truths about teaching and children.

* Grab yourself a BARGAIN! I've got a stack of copies of the first edition of Getting the Buggers to Think, on sale for only £2.50 each, plus £1.99 P&P, so a total of only £4.49 (RRP was £16.99). You'll also receive a free strip of Police Crime Scene Tape with your order. Go to theBooks page for more information, or click on the button below to buy a copy right away.

* Have a look at my newQ&A section, where you'll find some of the email questions I've been sent, and the answers I've given.

* Laugh out loud! I was looking online for brain gym® activity ideas when I came across this hilariousBad Science article, bet you it makes you laugh too.

* ForLove or Money? The upsides and downsides of being an education author

* Meet the Author: A shortvideo clip where I talk about my work

* Amazon: mytop ten teaching books - not just books about teaching, but books to teach as well

* Using the word 'Buggers' - right or wrong?: read theASA ruling

* Mybehaviour quick fixes on the Teachers TV website

* Top Site: I love theFoundation Stage Forum for great advice on working in Early Years settings

* Great Idea:'Discovery Bottles' are a great activity for early years and KS1

* Interesting Reading: I found this page onDifferentiation fascinating

* Find my latest Newshere.