Special Focus
Self-esteem
The advent of 'circle time' and other similar approaches have highlighted how important it is to keep children's idea of self-worth at as high a level as possible. A large number of projects based on raising the self-esteem of children have been initiated throughout Scotland, some of these in association with the early intervention project. The following is just one example of these.
Stepping Stones project: Guidance for Teachers
Extract from Fife Council's booklet containing guidance for teachers on gauging the levels of self-esteem experienced by their pupils and what to do thereafter.