Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom

Adrian Bethune Press Reviews

If you want healthier, happier children, this book is for you. Yet again, Adrian Bethune demystifies the theory of wellbeing and turns it into clear, practical advice we should all implement in our classrooms and schools. - Ben Levinson OBE, Executive Head Teacher at Kensington Primary School @mrlev

This is a helpful guide for teachers to think more about their and their students' well-being. - Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology at Yale University and host of The Happiness Lab podcast @lauriesantos

The timely publication of this new edition demonstrates Adrian's authorial authority as well as the impact his original work had. 'Tales from the Classroom' shows the practical application of sound research into happiness and wellbeing and the chapter on 'Neuroplasticity will be essential reading as schools develop their understanding of the mechanics of the maturing brain. A publication be well-thumbed and bookmarked! - Andrew Cowley, author of The Wellbeing Toolkit and The Wellbeing Curriculum

Adrian's book is one of those books that I genuinely recommend to teachers and head teachers all the time! This updated guide is a brilliant synthesis of valuable research and is brimming with practical ideas that will make a positive and life affirming difference to children and teachers alike! For schools and educators right now, this is the book you need; this is essential reading! - Rae Snape, Headteacher at Milton Road Primary School and author of The Headteacher's Handbook @RaeSnape

This gem of a book is a must have for all who support the wellbeing of children in the primary classroom. Practical, totally accessible and full of 'positive psychology' tools which really work! - Dr Tina Rae, Educational and Child Psychologist and author of A Toolbox of Wellbeing @DrTinaRae

I thought I knew a lot about wellbeing in the classroom until I read this book, I learnt so many useful strategies that I can use not just in school, but for me as a person and a professional. I loved that the practical suggestions were backed up with research and evidence, I really think everyone working with children should read it - I'll be ordering all of our staff a copy! It's a 10/10 again for the wellbeing in schools guru! - Dave McPartlin, Headteacher Flakefleet Primary School @Dave_McPartlin

This is a wonderfully humane and useful book for teachers. Idea by idea it shows how the skills for living can be taught in practice. Beautifully written by a teacher who walks the talk. - Lord Richard Layard, Chairman of Action for Happiness

Wellbeing is more important and relevant than ever; Adrian's book brings this to the forefront of discussion whilst giving so many fun ideas you can incorporate into your classroom and practice. - Emily Weston, Year 5 and 6 Teacher @primaryteachew