The Engagement Equation: Practical Tools for Capturing Attention and Building Connection

The Engagement Equation: Practical Tools for Capturing Attention and Building Connectionicon

by Lisa King

Publisher
National Center for Youth Issues
Publication
Jun 25, 2026
Format
Paperback/Softback
Illustrated
No
Price
$32.95
Dimensions
8.5 x 11 x 0.5 in
ISBN
978-1965066409
ASIN
1965066402
Pages
176
Age
Adult 18+
Category
Family & ParentingPsychologyTeacher Resources

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Description

Increasing Student Engagement with Practical Tools for Capturing Attention Building Connection and Supporting Learning
Are you looking for real tools to get student attention and connection back — without working harder than you already are?

In an era of shrinking attention spans, overstimulated learners, and mounting pressure on educators to do more with less, The Engagement Equation: Practical Tools for Capturing Attention and Building Connection is the resource K–12 teachers, school counselors, and student success specialists have been waiting for.

Written by a veteran school counselor with nearly three decades in education, this practical, research-backed guide bridges the gap between what neuroscience tells us about learning and what it actually takes to reach and engage students today.

What makes this workbook different?

This isn't theory for theory's sake. Every strategy in The Engagement Equation is grounded in current research on attention, motivation, and student connection — and each one can be implemented with minimal prep. Whether you're a classroom teacher managing thirty students or a counselor leading small groups, the tools here are designed for the world you actually work in.

Awards & Endorsements

Laura Filtness, School Counsels
“This book is packed with fresh ways to make classroom lessons, small groups, and family engagement events more interactive and meaningful. What! especially appreciate is that Lisa doesn’t just tell you what to do - she explains the why behind each strategy.”

Author(s)

Lisa King

Lisa King

Lisa King, Ed.S., LPC, has worked as a school counselor for over three decades, helping students develop and apply innovative practices that support their growth and success. She is a national speaker who has presented her programs at local, state, and national conferences, sharing practical strategies that educators can implement right away. Lisa has authored multiple books focused on growth mindset, student engagement, and career readiness, equipping educators with tools to better support today’s learners. She earned her undergraduate degree from Tufts University and her graduate degree from Georgia State University. Lisa King lives in Marietta, Georgia, with her husband and daughter.

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