1. MANAGING BEHAVIOUR AND RAISING SELF ESTEEM

2. WHAT IS SELF ESTEEM? Feeling and thoughts about self
Respect/regard of self
Self worth/value of self
Self image – perception of self
Changeable – different times/circumstances
Cannot see self-esteem but can see the levels.

3. WHY IS SELF ESTEEM SO IMPORTANT?
Behaviour and social skills
Attitude towards learning/school/teachers
Has an affect on ability to achieve
Affect on relationship development

4. ACTIVITY IN SMALL GROUPS Identify reasons for low self-esteem
Behaviours which indicate high/low states of self- esteem
Ways to promote positive self-esteem

5. Ways to encourage positive self-esteem and self image
Treat every pupil as an individual
Be positive by using praise and encouragement to help pupils to focus on what they are good at
Help pupils to maximise their potential
Encourage pupils to measure their achievements by comparing them to their own efforts
Have high but realistic expectations of all pupils
Encourage positive participation during learning activities
Use positive images of children/young people in books, stories etc.