Books by Allen N. Mendler

Emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and self-control, this book offers specific strategies and techniques for building strong relationships with disruptive students and countering the toxic social circumstances that affect many of them, including dysfunctional families, gangs, and poverty.

Are you overwhelmed by unruly students, difficult parents, and classroom distractions? Are you tired of scavenging for basic school supplies? Do you wonder if anyone notices or cares how much effort you put into teaching every day? When Teaching Gets Tough offers practical strategies you can use to make things better right away.