Reviewer: Katie Krais, SENCo

"I have found using the social skills programme to be an invaluable resource. The teachers have benefited as everything is there for them - they don't need to create their own resources - they are ready to use and photocopiable. The children benefit on many levels. Firstly the more able children extend their gift of communication by supporting those less able. These in turn benefit from ongoing support by the able children, thus creating an ongoing bond of support and understanding. The whole class benefits as a stable and nurturing environment is created."

Reviewer: Ethan Earle, Parent

"My son's confidence has grown dramatically. He has a hearing impairment and has struggled in lots of areas especially believing in himself and his abilities. He now has the confidence to mix socially in large groups. He has taken up football and swimming and has joined a club on Saturdays. This change is very dramatic and he is like a different boy!"

Reviewer: Janet Mayne, Specialist Teacher for Fine Motor Skills

"Many children have poorly developed motor skills. It is often very difficult for these children to express their ideas on paper, a real barrier to learning which damages self-esteem and motivation. Take Ten provides concise information, clear assessments and enjoyable activities to help teachers ensure that any child with poor fine motor control can improve their skills. I have recommended "Take Ten" to many teachers in Worcestershire and my own Learning Support Team colleagues."

Reviewer: Joanna Collins, Children's Occupational Therapist

"Sharon Drew's "Take Ten" should be in every primary school classroom and every LSA's briefcase. This fine motor activity resource book is down to earth and refreshingly jargon free. The games and activities are easily implemented, and only use simple items which will already be in any classroom. The activities themselves are not only described but also presented with an emphasis on the process of building these essential skills."

Reviewer: Simon Bishop, Nurture Group Co-ordinator

"Helen's book is written in a clear; easy to understand way that is accessible to everyone who is interested in setting up or working in a nurture group. Helen gives a very good overview about how to set up a nurture group and discusses the importance of developing a clear vision and aims for the group that are shared by the whole school. The book goes into detail about establishing a timetable that can be used effectively each day and how certain activities can be of great help in developing and maintaining positive relationships within the nurture group."