Rachel Stewart is a parent engagement specialist with a passion for supporting the vital role of parents and carers in their children’s education. With touching anecdotes from her own life experiences, Rachel describes how the adults who surround children can learn alongside them – with children, families and teachers forming a powerful learning team.
With a focus on compassion – for self and for others – Rachel encourages parents to reflect on their life and grow their awareness of how their experiences might influence their parenting style. She encourages a close relationship between parents and teachers for the benefit of the child and invites parents to build a relationship with their children that encourages a love for learning and growth as unique individuals. Importantly, Rachel
explains how to stay connected while letting go.
Creating Connections provides the support and affirmation craved by any parent who has wondered if they are doing a good job.
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Introduction
Chapter 1 Reflections
Chapter 2 Identity
Chapter 3 Transitions
Chapter 4 Relationships
Chapter 5 Roles and responsibilities
Chapter 6 Wellbeing
Chapter 7 What is parent engagement in learning?
Chapter 8 How can you support learning?
Chapter 9 Feedback for learning improvement
Chapter 10 Supporting an entrepreneurial mindset
Conclusion
About the author
References
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Rachel Stewart creates new ways to solve challenges that make a difference in the lives of children. She specialises in guiding schools and families through professional learning workshops, webinars, coaching and courses to embrace a culture of family and parent engagement in learning so that together, they can provide the support and encouragement children need to thrive in learning and in life.