The Motivation Breakthrough: 6 Secrets to Turning On the Tuned-Out Child [Paperback]

The Motivation Breakthroughexplores proven techniques and strategies—based on six possible motivational styles—that will revolutionize the way teachers and parents inspire kids with learning disabilities to succeed and achieve.

Backed by decades of experience in the classroom, educator and acclaimed author Rick Lavoie explodes common myths and gives specific advice for motivating children with learning disabilities. He outlines parents’ and teachers’ roles, suggesting ways in which they can work together to encourage any child to reach his or her potential. Finally, he reveals what we can learn from some of the most powerful motivators in the world: advertisers. With empathy and understanding, Lavoie offers parents and teachers the key to unlocking enthusiasm and responsiveness, proving any child can be motivated to learn. Rick's experiences as an educator, father, and consultant shine through as he describes obstacles to motivation and eloquently articulates interventions that will be most effective in sparking the interest and joy of kids, especially given their different needs. -- Robert Brooks, Ph.D., author ofThe Self-Esteem Teacherand coauthor ofRaising Resilient Children Sheer genius! Lavoie's gift for creatively motivating even the most difficult students is unrivaled. A must-read for educators who want to learn from a master teacher! -- Chris A. Zeigler Dendy, M.S., author ofTeaching Teens with ADD and ADHDand coauthor ofA Bird's-Eye View of Life with ADD and ADHD Rick succeeds in emphasizing how important it is for adults to know what motivates children.The Motivation Breakthroughis a valuable resource for all of us who are searching for ways to inspire and discover that elusive motivational spark in our children. -- Richard L. Goldman, M.Ed., director, Schools Attuned, Los Angeles; assistant director, Center for Teaching and Learning, California State University, Northridge Rick Ll£Z