A beginner's guide to the use of process drama in education. Published by IAPCE in partnership with the Outreach Dept. of the Abbey Theatre and the 'Arts in Care' project associated with the Age and Opportunity agency in conjunction with the Midland Health Board. 

This publication by Elly McCrea aims to provide the reader/practitioner with a clear understanding of the practice of 'process drama'. The various stages are explained in an engaging and innovative manner through the use of dialog. Particular emphasis is placed on the principles of group safety and cohesion. Elly's Onion is a resource that will be of great interest to teachers, care workers and others seeking to transform intractable contexts and to enable individuals experience change in their attitudes and feelings. This book provides a fresh approach to the use of drama in education. Cost: €19.95 (€16.95 to iapce members)

Living With Change and Loss By Michael Ryan Published by iapce. 160 pages This effective and innovative resource will make a considerable contribution to schools wishing to deal comprehensively and sensitively with issues of Change, Death and Loss. The programme that Michael Ryan has developed has been piloted successfully in a number of schools. It has been reviewed and supported enthusiastically by professionals in the field. Units include: change throughout life - the grieving process - parental separation and loss. - stages of grief - different types of death - gender & loss - mental health. issues - suicide - unresolved grief… Included is a comprehensive guide for facilitators and those who might use the programme in a variety of settings. Cost: €16.45 (€14.60 to iapce members)

Encountering Disaffection Edited Luke Monahan & Ned Prendergast Published by iapce. 200 pages

 This publication provides the reader with a unique opportunity to explore disaffaction from a variety of perspectives that will prompt reflection on our understanding of the issue at various levels. This book is also a resource to explore a range of responses to the many challenges school communities face in the area of disaffaction. The gathering of contributors includes offerings from students, parents, teachers, policy-makers, project leaders and many others. While not attempting to be exhaustive, the book is a most welcome and timely addition not only to our understanding of the issue of disaffaction in schools but also to our practical response. The book offers: o A range of insights into student disaffaction o An understanding of the wider context of disaffaction o An analysis of the causes o Personal reflections of students, teachers and parents o Explorations of a variety of projects in progress across the country Cost: €14.95 (€13.50 to iapce members) 

This is an extensive resource that answers not only the why, but also, the how when it comes to student involvement in the life of the school. if you are looking for effective proven strategies to support the teaching and learning environment by providing crucial leadership opportunities to students.......look no further. This is a gathering of practical and accessible suggestions that will support and encourage you at every level.

What is it like to lose a loved one through suicide?
How do we support a suicide-bereaved friend?
How can we break the news of a suicide? 
How do we talk with children
Can we identify and respond to signs of risk?
What can the school do? 
Where is faith in all this? 
What supports are available?  
in this unique gathering of experiences and perspectives on suicide. The book aims to be supportive, resourceful and informative to those touched by suicide in any way. In particular this book will offer: 
personal stories of the suicide bereaved
current research in the area 
support for individuals and families
responses for the school community to consider
information on a range of courses and organisations to support the suicide bereaved. Also includes a range of reflections on suicide and loss, with contributions from U2, Christy Moore, Jim Corr and John Lonergan. Cost: €19.95

The Chaplain: A Faith Presence in the School Community
By Luke Monahan & Caroline Renehan. Published by Columba Press. 

An extensive handbook for the chaplain and an invaluable resource to religion teachers, principals and chaplain themselves. In the book:
A detailed rationale and framework for the role is provided.
Issues such as bereavement, assemblies, liturgies, individual interviewing, retreats, parish links are addressed.
Suicide - a case study is examined.

Suicide,bereavement and loss are painful subjects - no one is immune. Suicide rates are rising, the effects of bereavement and loss are profound. This publication faces these sensitive areas and provides the reader with an invaluable range of insights and practical responses. It is a most timely and relevant resource that will be appreciated by all concerned with young people.Topics covered:
Bereavement and Loss.
Guidelines for coping with Grief in the School Situation.
Suicide - Facts, Influences and Responses.
Sudden Death of a Student - One School's responses.
Suicide - The Irish Story.
Change Loss and Death education - Piloting a Programme.
Society, School and the Student.
What can a School Do? - Practical Planning and responses
Cost: €10.80 (€10.10 to iapce members)

This practical study is supplemented with an extensive collection of contributions - a gathering of challenging, supportive, creative and grounded ideas and strategies.
A comprehensive guide to every aspect of the year head's role.
Providing over 500 practical ideas, resources and strategies.
Dealing with concerns such as: use of time; discipline; monitoring progress; year group spirit; recognition & definition of the role.
Addressing views, questions and difficulties of teachers expressed through a survey carried out for this book.
The choice of contributors - teachers, principals and others - represents the many strands of our education system.
While focusing on the Year Head, is of relevance to: classroom teachers, principals, teachers in training, guidance counsellors, class tutors - indeed a resource for the whole school.
Cost: €10.80 (€10.10 to iapce members)

Discipline & Stress: Beyond Control?
Published by iapce

Discipline & Stress: Beyond Control? Luke Monahan & Ned Prendergast (eds) Published by iapce. An edited series of reflections taken from a range of speakers such as: Tony Humphries, John Lonergan and Dr Maeve Martin considering the nature of discipline in our schools and pointing some ways forward. Cost: €4.45

 There are few more challenging issues in education today than that of behaviour management. This new publication provides a practical resource for schools. It moves from theory to practice, outlining the context and causes of challenging behaviour, the importance of building relationships in schools, and the role of the teacher and school leaders in promoting positive behaviour. The book also presents examples of good practice from a range of Irish schools, as well as providing an overview of a range of global responses to managing behaviour. It provides case studies, audit materials and information sheets so that schools may engage in the process of drawing up a Code of Behaviour suitable for their own context. Most importantly the book offers an 'ideas bank' of practical resources, forms and posters suitable for use by teachers and other members of the wider school community. With an emphasis on fostering student responsibility and creating a climate where positive behaviour is the norm this book will be a godsend to classroom teachers, student teachers, principals, Year Heads, class tutors, Discipline committees, guidance counsellors - indeed all members of the school community. 
Cost: €25 (€22.00 to iapce members) 

Exploring the pastoral care approach to what happens in school. The role of the year head, discipline, award structures, the tutor are some of the issues practically addressed. This book will:
offer an understanding of the key elements of pastoral care in education.
suggest practical ideas of how a pastoral approach can make school a better place.
pose questions to help the reader reflect on their own school situation.
Cost: €6.35

The Class Tutor role is one that the vast majority of teachers will undertake - at last a comprehensive handbook for the Irish context is available. Prof John Coolahan in his foreword: 'The beneficiaries of this handbook will be many - class tutors, school staffs in general, guidance and counselling personnel, parents, and, most importantly, pupils… who will benefit most from the applications of its guidelines'. Already in its second printing. This book will: Offer a comprehensive understanding of the role of the Class Tutor. Provide over 250 practical ideas and strategies. Address the common difficulties faced in the role of Class Tutor. 
Cost: €9.55 (€8.25 to iapce members)

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