"This book offers a compelling framework for navigating the research and practices required to help at-risk children and youth get back ‘on the rails.’” —Rick Miller, founder of Kids at Hope and author of Youth Development

“While current professional literature is awash with ‘strength-based’ platitudes, this book turns positive psychology rhetoric into reality.” —Larry K. Brendtro, PhD, Senior Training Consultant, CF Learning

“A must read for any educator, mental health professional, or educational administrator.” —Jessica Minahan, MEd, BCBA Coauthor of The Behavior Code and author of The Behavior Code Companion

“Research, concepts, strategies, and techniques for a new generation of educators and others seeking to better connect with today’s challenging youth.” —Richard D. Lavoie, MA, MEd, author of The Motivation Breakthrough and It's So Much Work to Be Your Friend