Restorative practice (RP) has been successfully implemented in schools for decades and is primarily associated with improving behaviour and relationships, by changing the culture of problem solving in the school. However, it has huge untapped potential to support initiatives in other areas, and this book provides examples of how RP can enhance the effectiveness of these other practices.Split into three sections, the book first looks at implementation, readiness and evaluation. It t...

In the heart of every equestrian beats a story of challenge, resilience, and profound transformation. "A Difficult Horse - A Tribute to the Horses That Changed Us" is a collection of these stories, a testament to the horses that began as challenges and became our greatest teachers. Crafted from the reflections of diverse equestrians, this book is more than just a compilation of tales; it's a journey through the trials and triumphs that bind us to these special animals.Each page is ...

Saddle up and ride down the trails of western history with this outstanding new short-story anthology from Silverado Press! Our all-star posse of acclaimed western writers and fresh new voices have each taken a real historical event and built a story around it. From the 1812 earthquake in southern California to the 1856 sinking of the steamboat Arabia to the 1877 Texas Salt War, these tales are guaranteed to thrill, entertain, and teach a little something in the bargain.Co...

Available Open Access digitally under CC-BY-NC-ND licence.In the latest volume of the long-established Social Policy Review series, leading experts critically assess key developments and debates in social and public policy over the past year.Offering a wide-ranging exploration of contemporary issues – including labour market transitions, migrant experiences, welfare governance and inequalities in care – this book brings together research that reflects the diversity and dyna...