Positive education is an approach that focuses on promoting mental health and well-being in schools, rather than solely focusing on academic achievement. It emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships, fostering optimism and resilience, and teaching skills like mindfulness and positivity.

For teachers looking to incorporate positive education principles into their classrooms, there are a wealth of books available that can provide guidance, inspiration, and practical strategies. Here are 18 of the best positive education books for teachers:

1. “The Happiness Advantage” by Shawn Achor – This book explores the connection between happiness and success, and offers practical strategies for cultivating a positive mindset.

2. “Positive Psychology in the Elementary School Classroom” by Patty O’Grady – This book offers teachers strategies for fostering positive emotions, relationships, and character strengths in young students.

3. “Mindfulness in the Classroom” by Thomas Armstrong – This book provides practical tips and exercises for incorporating mindfulness practices into the classroom.

4. “The Strengths Challenge” by Angela Duckworth – This book explores the importance of cultivating strengths in students, and offers strategies for helping them achieve their full potential.

5. “The Optimistic Child” by Martin Seligman – This book offers insights into the power of optimism and resilience, and provides practical strategies for fostering these qualities in children.

6. “The Well-Balanced Teacher” by Mike Anderson – This book offers strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance and cultivating well-being as a teacher.

7. “Teach with Your Strengths” by Rosanne Liesveld – This book offers guidance on how to identify and leverage your strengths as a teacher to maximize your impact in the classroom.

8. “Positive Discipline” by Jane Nelsen – This book offers strategies for fostering positive behavior in students through respectful and solutions-oriented discipline.

9. “The Mindful Education Workbook” by Daniel Rechtschaffen – This workbook offers practical exercises and activities for teachers to incorporate mindfulness practices into their classrooms.

10. “The Gift of Failure” by Jessica Lahey – This book explores the importance of allowing students to experience and learn from failure, and offers strategies for fostering resilience and growth mindset.

11. “The Happy Teacher Habits” by Michael Linsin – This book offers practical tips and strategies for maintaining a positive mindset and promoting well-being as a teacher.

12. “Teaching with the Brain in Mind” by Eric Jensen – This book explores the connection between brain science and education, and offers practical strategies for fostering optimal learning environments.

13. “Positive Energy in Schools” by Rhona Sacks – This book offers insights and strategies for creating a positive school culture that promotes well-being and academic achievement.

14. “Teaching Well: How healthy, empowered teachers lead to thriving, successful, joyful classrooms” by Nick Luxmoore – This book offers practical strategies for promoting teacher well-being and creating a positive classroom environment.

15. “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance” by Angela Duckworth – This book explores the importance of grit and perseverance in achieving success, and offers strategies for fostering these qualities in students.

16. “The Mindful Teacher” by Dennis Shirley and Sandy Loucks – This book offers insights and strategies for incorporating mindfulness practices into teaching to promote well-being and resilience.

17. “Positive School Culture: How one school transformed from bullying and toxic behavior to a culture of kindness and respect” by Marie-Nathalie Beaudoin – This book offers a case study of a school that successfully transformed its culture to promote kindness and respect.

18. “The Power of Positive Leadership” by Jon Gordon – This book offers practical strategies for cultivating a positive mindset and leadership style, both in the classroom and beyond.

These books are just a few of the many resources available to teachers looking to incorporate positive education principles into their classrooms. By reading and implementing the strategies outlined in these books, teachers can help foster a positive, supportive, and empowering learning environment for their students.