"the best gift idea for every teenager"
"I therefore make no apologies in recommending 'The Owner's Guide' to all readers, especially parents and educators, and urge that all educational authorities (plus school and public libraries) purchase a copy." Chris CC
A book for every teenager and anyone who knows one.
The Owner's Guide to the Teenage Brain now available as a paperback or an eBook. You can order through your local bookshop, Amazon or buy in Australia from bookpal:
In Australia click www.bookpal.com to purchase or Email for more information. Everywhere else try Amazon.com, Book Depository or Lulu.com, or direct from the author here.
Quote ISBN 978-1-742840-80-2
Buy direct from the author: Cost $A28.95, $US28.95, EUR 19.95, GBR 18.95, IDR 270,000 plus p&h (posted from Indonesia to Indonesia 20,000 IDR, from Indonesia to Australia $6, to NZ $12, to other Asia 60,000 IDR. to Europe, USA, Canada or UK $12). Discounted for multiple copies. School sets discounted by negotiation.
DOWNLOAD ORDER FORM HERE.
You can purchase via Paypal to the address derekpugh@braincompatibleeducation.com.
This book is listed on Amazon as both hard copy and eBook (kindle) and is available through most other on-line booksellers.
This book is written specifically for teenagers, their parents and teachers. Readers discover why the teenage years are so different from what happens both before and after. The Owner's Guide to the Teenage Brain gives up to date neuroscience information about what teenagers can do to get the most out of their brains and how to optimise their learning, whilst giving an in depth understanding of the changes taking place.
Each chapter also has messages for parents and teachers with invaluable insights and tips on teenagers' lives.
Reviewed
Download here a review of the book by Chris CC.
Fundraising?
This book is most suitable for front counter sales at schools and youth organizations. P&F groups or retail purchasers welcome. Email for bulk purchase information (packs of 20). Download Point of Sale poster here.
Brain Compatible Learning
Brain Compatible Learning or Brain Based Learning is a theory of learning based on knowledge of the brain's structure and function.
Learning will occur best if teaching and learning strategies are brain compatible.
Derek Pugh is "a speaker of substance and style"
(John Joseph, Focus Education)
International Brain Compatible Education Consultancy
Use this site to
1. research and download free ebooks and articles on the brain and how we learn.
2. make contact with Derek Pugh for teacher professional development and conference sessions, student workshops and parent seminars worldwide.
3. Purchase "The Owner's Guide to the Teenage Brain". Click here.
Welcome,
Have you kept up with the astonishing findings about our brains, how we learn and how we can best teach children? New information about the brain is being discovered every day. Neuroscientists are working with educators to get the message through that there is a great deal we can do to improve our skills in teaching and learning.
Derek Pugh is one of those educators. An author and highly experienced teacher and Principal, his seminars and workshops have led thousands of people to understandings about the structure and function of their brains and how to prepare them for best use. This is powerful knowledge - of particular use to students, teachers, parents and trainers everywhere.
Go to the 'articles' page for information about how our brains work and what we should do to make them work best. (The articles are pdf documents for free download).
OR
Arrange or attend a conference workshop or seminar. Follow these links for information about high interest student workshops or professional development opportunities.
Services offered:
Teacher Professional Development
Junior Primary Student Workshops
Elementary Student Workshops
Secondary Student Workshops
Student Teacher Workshops
Parent or Council Workshops
Corporate Team Building Workshops
Learning and Career Profiling Tool Workshop.
Workshops
Workshops may be "off the shelf" or tailored to your needs in teaching and learning through Brain Compatible Education. Derek Pugh's workshops can be organised anywhere. Download a Products and Services Booklet.
Contact for more information: derekpugh@braincompatibleeducation.com.
