How to Handle Hard-to-Handle Parents
“One of the major strengths of this book is the warm and personal tone used to make important information accessible. The anecdotes and examples bring the ideas to life and make them easy to understand. The overall organization is clear and logical, with a sharp focus on the idea that parents and teachers are partners.”(Maryann Marrapodi, Chief Learning Officer 2009-02-05)"Not all parents are 'hard to handle,' but the author does an effective job of providing some crucial skills for working with parents in a classroom setting. She does a very effective job in providing examples and stories that help teachers relate."(Raynice Jean-Sigur, Professor of Early Childhood Education 2009-02-05)“This book definitely addresses answers for educators who want to commit to reaching their students’ families in different ways.”(Renee Ponce-Nealon, Kindergarten Teacher 2009-02-05)“In my experience as a school administrator and teacher, I have learned that parents are our most valuable asset. This book provides tremendous lessons to help school personnel maximize this priceless asset and thus positively impact the lives of students and families. Thank you, Maryln, for a wealth of ideas and strategies for all parents and teachers across the nation!”(Lindsey Pollock, Principal 2009-04-02)"A valuable resource for teachers, with user-friendly checklists, forms, and suggestions for improving active home-school participation. It provides useful advice for fostering healthy communication across all settings."(Lauren Levin, social worker 2011-11-18)