Driven by a concern for boys facing academic challenges, Lucinda shifted her focus to writing, developing practical communication strategies and motivational techniques. Her work emphasizes engaging adolescents through insightful approaches, drawing from extensive experience in communication training and team building. She translates these effective methods into accessible guides, empowering adults to better connect with and support teenagers. Her dedication to youth is evident in her voluntary work and her ongoing projects aimed at addressing the issues young people navigate.
This pocket book explains how adults can communicate with teenagers in a way that makes them likely to listen and react positively. It is packed with examples from day-to-day life, and has chapter summaries for easy reference. Topics include maintaining boundaries, avoiding conflict, and how to stop nagging and shouting.
Communication strategies to help get the best out of boys, these tips will result in more classroom co-operation and learning.
Navigating adolescence can be challenging, and this guide addresses essential topics such as managing stress, understanding peer pressure, and discussing drugs, sex, and alcohol. With engaging illustrations and practical advice, it also offers strategies for negotiating with parents and reducing conflict. This accessible resource aims to empower teenagers with the knowledge they need to handle the complexities of growing up.
About Our Boys was written in response to numerous requests from parents and youth workers who had read Lucinda Neall's book Bringing the Best out in Boys - Communication Strategies for Teachers. About Our Boys looks at what makes boys tick, what motivates and de-motivates them and how to help them navigate the journey to manhood. It is packed with practical examples of what to do and say to get boys on board, to channel their energy and set boundaries.