Cover -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Letter from the Authors to Teachers -- Introduction -- Appreciation: Listening to Teachers -- Section I - The Relationship-Teaching-Learning Connection -- Chapter 1. Creating Safety and Trust -- Chapter 2. Relationships in the Classroom -- Teacher-Self -- Teacher-Student -- Student-Student -- Student-Learning -- Section II - Tools for Creating The Compassionate Classroom -- Chapter 3. Rediscover Your Giving and Receiving Nature -- Chapter 4. Relearn the Language of Giving and Receiving -- Chapter 5. Develop Skills Through Activities & Games -- Chapter 6. A Guide to Lesson Planning -- Appendices -- References -- Resources -- Recommended Reading -- Index -- About PuddleDancer Press -- NVC Books from PuddleDancer Press -- NVC Booklets from PuddleDancer Press -- About The Authors -- Back Cover.