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"There is something missing in the way we educate and support our children at present, and I believe it's mentoring! The purpose of ""Every Child Needs a Mentor"" is to engage and inspire those who support young people to use the ideas in this book to empower our children, their peers, families, and communities; so they can ALL benefit from the power of mentoring. Inside you can discover: How to help students get the best out of their time in education How to effectively engage with the youth of today How to enable young people to experience the bigger picture How to develop an award-winning mentoring programme Whether you are a parent looking for help, a teacher looking for inspiration or a child looking for guidance - I encourage you to read the heart-opening stories, compelling testimonials, powerful case studies and mentoring insights in this book. To help others to become all they can be, I believe takes mentoring, guidance, support and help. For this younger generation for them to reach their potential more mentoring and guidance is what they are going to need, which this book offers to the aspiring mentor, parent or those who work with youmng people."

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A pivotal book in the educational and self-development arenas, the two entwining seamlessly. Reformation, Realization, Revelation just 3 R's that spring to mind. Educators, both public and private, need access to this book, as do our young people. - Mark Milligan If you didn't believe it before, you'll believe it after reading Herman's book. An honest, easy-to-read account of one man's journey towards finding a passion for supporting young people to realise their ambitions and create brighter futures for themselves. - Sarah Wallbank A very entertaining, informative and easy read. It's immediately clear that Herman has an incredible knowledge and passion when it comes to the mentoring of children. - Kevin Daniels Herman is a 'larger than life' passionate being, a real game changer and a 'forth row bridge' in the field of mentoring and education. He's a father, he understands the challenges facing parents, he also understands the challenges facing the education system. - Leesa Daymond Herman's heart shines through in this book which is a testimony to the spirit which moves him. It is packed with nuggets of inspiration and practical wisdom. It is a book that will mark the beginning of a revolution in education. Mark my words. Read it! - Dr. Kim Jobst I was directed to this book and have found it truly inspiring. Full of real life examples and stories told in a simple and effective way and based on experience. Motivating, empowering and supporting learners, this is the way we know the education system should and could work. - MaskedPuffer This book gives anecdotal advice and strategies on the pros and cons of mentoring styles. It is easy to navigate through with questions to get you thinking. Mentoring is a tool to be used for every child, not just to contain unacceptable behaviour. A must read for anyone working in schools or youth work! - CP

A pivotal book in the educational and self-development arenas, the two entwining seamlessly. Reformation, Realization, Revelation just 3 R's that spring to mind. Educators, both public and private, need access to this book, as do our young people. - Mark Milligan If you didn't believe it before, you'll believe it after reading Herman's book. An honest, easy-to-read account of one man's journey towards finding a passion for supporting young people to realise their ambitions and create brighter futures for themselves. - Sarah Wallbank A very entertaining, informative and easy read. It's immediately clear that Herman has an incredible knowledge and passion when it comes to the mentoring of children. - Kevin Daniels Herman is a 'larger than life' passionate being, a real game changer and a 'forth row bridge' in the field of mentoring and education. He's a father, he understands the challenges facing parents, he also understands the challenges facing the education system. - Leesa Daymond Herman's heart shines through in this book which is a testimony to the spirit which moves him. It is packed with nuggets of inspiration and practical wisdom. It is a book that will mark the beginning of a revolution in education. Mark my words. Read it! - Dr. Kim Jobst I was directed to this book and have found it truly inspiring. Full of real life examples and stories told in a simple and effective way and based on experience. Motivating, empowering and supporting learners, this is the way we know the education system should and could work. - MaskedPuffer This book gives anecdotal advice and strategies on the pros and cons of mentoring styles. It is easy to navigate through with questions to get you thinking. Mentoring is a tool to be used for every child, not just to contain unacceptable behaviour. A must read for anyone working in schools or youth work! - CP

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Herman Stewart is the founder and CEO of Every Child Needs a Mentor. He is a pioneering, award-winning mentor, an author, speaker, strategist, volunteer and a passionate campaigner for young people. Herman was a mentor for 20 years before he launched Every Child Needs a Mentor in May 2013. Herman and his team support school leaders internationally, using mentoring, training and inspirational speaking and resources to improve the well-being of children, parents, and staff. It has a highly structured and evidence-based approach, equipping schools to monitor the progression of every child, and it is a leader in using mentoring to enable 'every child' in a chosen year group to have a mentor. Herman is regularly invited to speak to and inspire groups including, Cambridge University, Oxford and Harvard alumni, school associations, senior civil servants and numerous head teacher conferences. He has worked with many organisations nationally and internationally, including government, businesses and education establishments. He was the city of Birmingham's lead mentor; his work has been rated as 'High Quality' by Ofsted and his RAMP - Raising Achievement Mentoring Programme - received a Leading Aspect Award for closing the achievement gap. He contributed to the Department for Work & Pensions thinking around policy, influenced a White Paper on social inclusion and presented his findings before a Key Line of Enquiry committee for young people. As well as being a Chair of Governors of an outstanding Academy, he is a Trustee of the Board of Victoria Academies Trust and a Leadership Fellow at St Georges College, Windsor Castle.

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