Publications & Resources

The following publications and resources have been developed to support NBSS work with schools in addressing students’ social, emotional, wellbeing and academic and behavioural needs at Level 1: school-wide support for all students, Level 2: targeted intervention support for some students and Level 3: intensive individualised support for a few students. The NBSS Literacy and Learning to Learn materials are particularly aimed at developing students' academic literacy and learning skills as part of planned interventions at Levels 1, 2 and 3, across Senior and Junior Cycle.

(w) Language and Literacy Games

This resource contains numerous ideas on how to develop vocabulary and oral language skills using a variety of games and activities. As part of a lesson games can be motivating and bring variety, fun and flexibility to teaching, creating a relaxed atmosphere where students can absorb and remember more.  Contact the NBSS for information on this resource. Contact the NBSS for this resource.

(y) Teacher as Researcher Resource Pack for Literacy & Learning Projects

In NBSS partner schools teachers have the opportunity to become involved in NBSS Teacher as Researcher projects on topics and areas of interest. This resource provides several research instruments that teachers in partner schools use as part of Teacher as Researcher projects that focus on the development of learning, literacy and study skills with students. Find out more about the Teacher as Researcher projects in the Research section of the website. Contact the NBSS for this resource.