Quiet Work: Stories and Strategies for Teaching at the Edge

What if the key to helping students heal isn't more programs-but the way we show up, notice, and respond in the moment?

In The Quiet Work, special educator Ivy J. Garmon shares real classroom stories paired with actionable strategies for supporting students with trauma, behavior challenges, and emotional needs. Designed for teachers, leaders, and caregivers, this book bridges insight and practice-offering tools you can use right away.

Inside you'll find:

• Practical, trauma-informed interventions for everyday moments

• Guidance for de-escalation, trust-building, and emotional regulation

• Strategies for helping students feel seen, valued, and capable

• Reflections that renew your purpose when the work feels hard

Rooted in experience and written with compassion, The Quiet Work is a powerful resource for anyone supporting students who carry invisible wounds. Whether you lead a classroom or coach a team, this book will help you do the quiet, steady work that changes lives.