Education - Elementary

In recent decades a growing number of middle-class parents have considered sending their children to--and often end up becoming active in--urban public schools. Their presence can bring long-needed material resources to such schools, but, as Linn Posey-Maddox shows in this study, it can also...

The Fifth Edition of this popular elementary science methods text emphasizes learning science through inquiry, implementation of the Learning Cycle, NSE standards, constructivism, technology, and strategies for teaching diverse learners. Teaching Science for All Children employs an inquiry model throughout, especially apparent in the...

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800x600 A look at best practices for improving schooling for children and families that combine extensive professional experience with available scientific evidence, a grounding in real-life experiences, guided by current rigorous research findings KEY TOPICS: Young children, early childhood education, dual language learners, bilingual...

Janice J. Beaty's best-selling Observing Development of the Young Child teaches its audience how to observe, record, and interpret the development of children ages three through five by utilizing a unique checklist to document each aspect of development. This proven resource discusses what these...

Featuring the application of evidence-based strategies, ecological and family-based approaches, effective learning, and the use of responsive cultural/linguistic practices, Early Childhood Education (0-8 Years): Strategies for Positive Outcomes, prepares students for all the professional knowledge and skill competencies they need to promote optimal development...

Combining the best of whole language and phonics, this unique resource gives teachers in grades 4-12 a total of 44 easy-to-use lessons to teach students how to spell by recognizing spelling patterns and consistencies rather than memorizing hundreds of isolated words. Includes over 150...

This fun range of Maths and English activity books really helps to boost your child s progress at every stage of their learning. The series aims to build up important skills in line with their learning at school.Each activity is designed to give your...

Collins Primary Science fully meets the requirements of the Cambridge International Examinations Primary Science Curriculum Framework, and the material has been carefully developed to meet the needs of primary science students and teachers in a range of international contexts.Content is organized according to the...

Collins Primary Science fully meets the requirements of the Cambridge International Examinations Primary Science Curriculum Framework, and the material has been carefully developed to meet the needs of primary science students and teachers in a range of international contexts.Content is organized according to the...

Collins Primary Science fully meets the requirements of the Cambridge International Examinations Primary Science Curriculum Framework, and the material has been carefully developed to meet the needs of primary science students and teachers in a range of international contexts.Content is organized according to the...

Support the development of key mathematical skills with six new one-a-week mental maths test books. Progress charts help children to track their progress and notes provide support for parents.Author: Harpercollins UkISBN-10: 0007457901ISBN-13: 9780007457908Publisher: HarperCollins UKLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2011Pages: 64Format: Paperback

Collins Primary Focus: Grammar and Punctuation Pupil Book 4 is aimed at ages 10+. Presented in a clear and colourful format, each grammar concept is supported by visual cues. Follow-up activities allow children to develop grammar and punctuation skills at different levels. Progress units...

The book The Alphabet on the Move incorporates multiple objectives for early literacy education that can aid both parents and teachers when teaching young children. First, there is alphabet and number word recognition, then sentence repetition aiding in memorization of words and sounds. Tongue...

First Readers Anthology: Cursive Edition is a companion volume to the First Readers Anthology. The contents of the two books are the same except that the regular edition is in Bookman Old Style font, and the new book is in cursive. The Cursive Edition...

Thanks for checking out another animal book title from Curious Kids Press.This is a children's read-along book that is accompanied with awesome wildlife photography Curious Kids Press is dedicated to providing accurate animal facts in a fun and engaging way.Within this series, you will...

Thanks for checking out another addition from Curious Kids Press.In this book you will find 15 amazing animal facts accompanied by high quality photos At the end of this book you will also discover 5 quiz questions for testing your knowledge.This book is perfect...

Many teachers are now asked to turn in, or post, lesson plans as part of their professional expectations. For many, it is an expectation to also include Bloom's or Depth-of-Knowledge Levels alongside learning targets/objectives. To support teachers with this expectation, ABCSchoolhouse has designed posters/charts...

Have you ever had a student pretend to bring in Cocoa Puffs and instead she fed the whole class dog food? Have you ever had a kid threaten to take his clothes off if you asked him to read? Do you have a student...

An enchanting tale based on an African Myth about why the Sun & Moon live in the Sky .(**BONUS..FUN COLORING PAGES **)Author: Sparkles 4. KidsISBN-10: 1469939703ISBN-13: 9781469939704Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/27/2012Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.11d

Riding the Fifth Wave in Higher Education: A Survival Guide for the New Normal charts the dimensions of the Fifth Wave challenge and offers numerous general and specific suggestions for surfing the wave and surviving its tsunami-like impact.Author: James Ottavio CastagneraISBN-10: 1433133717ISBN-13: 9781433133718Publisher: Peter...

This reading readiness program teaches the lower case phonetic alphabet using a developmentally appropriate and interactive method of stories, illustrations, and activities.Author: Jennifer McConochieISBN-10: 1426914016ISBN-13: 9781426914010Publisher: Trafford PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/01/2009Pages: 172Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.88lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.37d

Your Science Classroom: Becoming an Elementary / Middle School Science Teacher, by authors M. Jenice "Dee" Goldston and Laura Downey, is a core teaching methods textbook for use in elementary and middle school science methods courses. Designed around a practical, "practice-what-you-teach" approach to methods...

Reading Success in the Early Primary Years is a step-by-step guide to structured literacy instruction for teachers working in the early years of primary school. Written by a teacher, for teachers, this book supports teachers to understand the evidence base of reading instruction and...

Bradley the Bear gets help from his friends to throw an amazing party, but forgets to invite everyone. The flamingos come to save the day because, "everyone knows that flamingos like to party". The deeper meaning of the book is about the importance of...

If you are a new teacher - THIS is the book for you!Discover and learn practical tips to help you succeed in your first year in teaching - and beyond! This will be among the most exciting parts of your career as a teacher...

Welcome to interactive writing, a foundational classroom practice that helps our youngest students discover the joy of writing as a community of learners. Letters, sounds, spelling patterns, and concepts of print come to life when teachers share the pen with children, collaborating to create...

Shortly after Anish and his family arrive in town, he is surprised to meet a pigeon collecting coins. "That's why they call me Cash, young man," says the pigeon. The two quickly become friends, and Cash tells Anish that a squirrel is trying to...

NCTE's Assembly for the Teaching of English Grammar provides this much-needed resource for K-college teachers who wonder what to do about grammar-how to teach it, how to apply it, how to learn what they themselves were never taught. Grammar Alive! offers teachers ways to...

This book provides insights and resources for teachers, administrators, and policymakers working with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) by championing a critical perspective and teaching that promote students' development as competent and critical problem solvers. Teachers in this book demonstrate great teaching that...

Offering unique theoretical perspectives, autobiographical insights and narrative accounts from elementary and secondary educators, this monograph illustrates the need for teachers to engage critically with counter-stories as they teach to issues including colonization, war, and genocide. Juxtaposing Pinar's concept of ethical self-encounters with theories...

Evidence suggests that the first 10 or so years of life create the foundation for subsequent participation in recreational and health-related physical activity. This book brings together researchers and practitioners with expertise in issues related to physical activity, physical education, and sport during the...

Build a sense of community and inclusiveness in the classroom with culturally responsive teaching units that connect students' cultures, languages, and life experiences with their learning. Creative activities help children reflect on their personal experiences while also learning to consider other viewpoints. The 11...

Build a sense of community and inclusiveness in the classroom with culturally responsive teaching units that connect students' cultures, languages, and life experiences with their learning. Creative activities help children reflect on their personal experiences while also learning to consider other viewpoints. The 11...

To master the teaching of writing at greater depth, teachers first need to know: *What makes writing ′greater depth′? *What does it looks like? *How do I support children to develop the skills and creativity to be able to write at ′greater depth′? Official...

New times. Expanded worlds. Emerging possibilities. In Using Virtual Reality in English Language Arts Education, authors from multiple institutions across the United States and abroad share practical insights for teaching English language arts with virtual and augmented realities. These chapters draw on multiple theories...

"The purpose of this book is to communicate how to increase science educators' understanding of the needs of digital age learners, develop theoretical and practical teaching strategies that align with science content, and integrate technologies for learning seamlessly"--Author: Sumreen AsimISBN-10: 1668455854ISBN-13: 9781668455852Publisher: IGI GlobalLanguage:...

Introducing the charming and adventurous children's book, "The Little Pug" Join Little Pug, a curious and determined little pug, on her quest to find the magical treat called a twizzler. Little Pug sets off on her journey with a backpack full of essentials and...

Would you like to cultivate remarkable readers in your elementary classroom? What if you were given 50 new ideas that would guarantee reading success for your students this year? And what if each strategy was prescriptive, innovative, and easily implemented energizing both you and...

This book is an very motivational book for almost anyone can read or to be read to, young or old. What I Think I Want To Be can be Educational, gives Ideals on the present and the future of what you may want to...

Espinoza's work illuminates how education was the site of ideological and political struggle in Peru during its early years as an independent state. Spanning 100 years and discussing both urban and rural education, it shows how school funding, curricula, and governance became part of...

This light-hearted sourcebook for teachers and librarians describes food-related activities, including stories, rhymes, fingerplays, crafts, cooking and tasting experiences, and short skits, designed to delight young minds while teaching skills. Each group of recommended picture books is supplemented by topical songs, poems, chants, flannel...

'Understanding Everyday Australian - Book Two' is part of the 3 book series which includes student and teacher books and audio resources. These resources explain contemporary Australian language and they are enjoyable and easy to use. They incorporate widely used everyday Australian expressions, pronunciation...

Savannah is taking a trip around the world learning about the seven continents and their fun facts, while also highlighting continents her military father has lived on while being deployed. Join her as she learns about climate, popular animals, famous landmarks and much moreAuthor:...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Whether you have the luxury of teaching in your own art room or must carry your materials from classroom to classroom, Hands-On Art Activities for the Elementary Classroom is the resource for you. It offers a great collection of 80 fun and simple projects,...

In this controversial new book, Daisy Christodoulou offers a thought-provoking critique of educational orthodoxy. Drawing on her recent experience of teaching in challenging schools, she shows through a wide range of examples and case studies just how much classroom practice contradicts basic scientific principles....

The teaching of the arts and literacy in schools is often at odds with one another. The desire for schools to improve results on high-stakes testing can lead to a narrow view of literacy rather than one that acknowledges the unique and distinct literacies...

This book explores notions of justice-oriented literacy coaching and offers a way of being in the world with young people, teachers, and communities that centers transformative coaching, teaching, and learning. It is intended to disrupt the traditional and historical positioning of literacy coaches in...

Drama: Learning Connections in Primary Schools, 2e, takes a problem-based approach to integrating drama with other creative arts, and provides pre-service teachers with classroom-tested activities for teaching drama to children in primary, upper primary and middle-school years. The book combines a strong research foundation...