Education - Elementary

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

"Primary Physiology and Hygiene" by James W. Mayberry offers a glimpse into early 20th-century health education. Designed for elementary students, this volume introduces foundational concepts in physiology and hygiene. Exploring the basics of human anatomy and bodily functions, the book emphasizes the importance of...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

Stories and fantasy play engage all young children and help them to draw connections and make sense of the world. MakeBelieve Arts Helicopter Stories are tried, tested and proven to have a significant impact on children's literacy and communication skills, their confidence and social...

Combining theoretical inspiration, practical guidance, and visual examples, this book empowers educators to implement rich visual arts experiences and foster joyful, art-centered learning environments with children.Drawing upon decades of experience and research, the authors offer rich, practical, plain English information alongside inspiring images, reflection...

Combining teaching experience, research findings, and first-hand parenting stories, this compelling and practical resource distills everything you need to know for a thorough understanding of language and early literacy development.Author: Pamela BeachISBN-10: 1032688548ISBN-13: 9781032688541Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/04/2024Pages: 142Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.83lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x...

Providing practitioners with the knowledge and skills they need to support young children as they learn to write, this fully updated second edition offers new guidance on all aspects of writing, from building children's vocabulary and creating multimodal texts to providing support for children...

Taking a dialogic approach, this edited book engages in analysis and description of dialogic discourse in a number of different educational contexts, from early childhood to tertiary, with an international team of contributors from Australia, Finland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The chapters...

This is the first book to provide a practical toolkit, grounded in both current educational practice and pedagogical research, on teaching Latin and ancient Greek at primary school with the aim of empowering primary school age children who do not traditionally get access to...

"Ellis's Primary Physiology: Or Good Health for Boys and Girls" by Edward Sylvester Ellis offers a fascinating glimpse into health education for children in a bygone era. This meticulously prepared edition presents timeless lessons in physiology and hygiene. Designed as elementary science instruction, the...

"First Book in Physiology and Hygiene" by J. H. Kellogg offers a fascinating glimpse into elementary education and health instruction from a bygone era. This carefully reproduced edition presents foundational concepts of physiology and hygiene as they were taught to young students. A valuable...

You look like me! The story of b and p: Empowering New Children's Book Personifies Letters, to Give Confidence-Boosting "Head Start" on Vital Vocabulary. This is a fun tale about b and p recognizing their own differences. It is told in a rhyming fashion....

""First Days In Number: A Primer Of Arithmetic"" is a book written by Della VanAmburgh and published in 1903. The book is designed to serve as an introduction to arithmetic for young students who are just beginning to learn about numbers and counting. It...

The latest addition to The Open and Flexible Learning Series addresses the challenges created by the successes and the failures of the universal primary education campaign. It advocates new approaches for providing access to secondary education for today's rapidly growing youth population.Author: Sir John...

This book provides a critical examination of the discourses that underpin the regulation of children's access to certain knowledge - understood as 'difficult knowledge' - and highlights the way this regulation contributes to the construction of childhood.Author: Kerry H. RobinsonISBN-10: 0415609674ISBN-13: 9780415609678Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Now in an updated second edition How to Teach Writing Across the Curriculum: Ages 6-8 provides a range of practical suggestions for teaching non-fiction writing skills and linking them to children's learning across the entire curriculum. Providing a number of suggestions for teachers and...

Maths Homework for Key Stage 2 is a unique resource for busy teachers - a selection of 'pencil-free', hands-on activities, aligned with the National Curriculum Programmes of Study.Author: Vicki Parfitt,Colin ForsterISBN-10: 041549625XISBN-13: 9780415496254Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/23/2010Pages: 102Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 11.60h x 8.20w x 0.40d

Countdown to Poetry Writing saves valuable planning time and gives you all the flexibility you need in helping children write poems.Author: Steve BowkettISBN-10: 0415477522ISBN-13: 9780415477529Publisher: David Fulton PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/01/2009Pages: 154Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.88lbsSize: 11.69h x 8.27w x 0.34d

Primary Teaching Today takes the reader 'behind the scenes' and alerts them to the fundamental attitudes and practices that every new primary teacher must acquire to make a success of their work and, crucially, to get maximum enjoyment while doing so. With a friendly...

This extremely practical resource includes worksheets that can be used as instant, educationally appropriate language activities for pupils of various ages and abilities, but are written specifically with the inclusive classroom in mind. Author: Glynis HannellISBN-10: 0415473055ISBN-13: 9780415473057Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/28/2008Pages: 128Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.72lbsSize:...

This extremely practical resource includes worksheets that can be used as instant, educationally appropriate language activities for pupils of various ages and abilities, but are written specifically with the inclusive classroom in mind. Author: Glynis HannellISBN-10: 041547308XISBN-13: 9780415473088Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2009Pages: 128Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.73lbsSize:...

The balance between individual independence and social interdependence is a perennial debate in Japan. A series of educational reforms since 1990, including the implementation of a new curriculum in 2002, has been a source of fierce controversy. This book, based on an extended, detailed...

The science in this book is not for the children, but for the adults who have to explain it. Starting with a whirlwind tour of the great milestones of modern science, Getting Science goes on to take each of the main curriculum topics and...

Following on from the success of Mal Leicester's previous books Stories for Classroom and Assembly and Stories for Inclusive Schools, this book shows how to make use of the learning power of story-time for young children, providing original, themed stories and associated learning activities...

Presenting a balance of theoretical insight and practical advice, this text is a clear and accessible guide to the key issues relating to primary education. Alphabetically arranged and fully cross-referenced to ensure ease of use, entries include both curriculum specific terms, as well as...

As ICT continues to grow as a key resource in the classroom, this book helps students and teachers to get the best out of e-literature, with practical ideas for work schemes for children at all levels. Len Unsworth draws together functional analyses of language...

Offering early years practitioners a practical and well-researched resource covering the issues of behaviour problems through the use of practical tips, strategies, activity ideas, forms and checklists.Author: Theodora PapatheodorouISBN-10: 0415286972ISBN-13: 9780415286978Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2005Pages: 218Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.83lbsSize: 8.58h x 5.66w x 0.72d

This new edition has been extensively revised to fulfil the current needs of primary teachers and to take account of the most recent thinking in primary science. This book is an invaluable tool for all course leaders of primary science.Author: Wynne HarlenISBN-10: 041527673XISBN-13: 9780415276733Publisher:...

Based on a research project conducted in classrooms during the first year of the National Literacy Strategy, this book provides an analysis of the ways in which successful teachers have implemented the Literacy Hour.Author: Ros FisherISBN-10: 0415256720ISBN-13: 9780415256728Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/20/2001Pages: 200Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.88lbsSize:...

This practical, comprehensive and user-friendly text will prove invaluable for students on Primary English courses, lecturers and newly qualified English teachers.Author: Eve EnglishISBN-10: 041523090XISBN-13: 9780415230902Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/18/2004Pages: 218Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.05lbsSize: 9.50h x 7.30w x 0.50d

This book investigates the 'series' in children's literature. It explores the nature and appeal of series writing, it provides an historical overview and looks at the nature of literary criticism applied to children's literature.Author: Victor WatsonISBN-10: 0415227011ISBN-13: 9780415227018Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/17/2000Pages: 240Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.01lbsSize:...

Discusses how to incorporate a wide range of religions in the classroom, considers how these can be explored in exciting and imaginative ways and helps readers to clarify their thinking on the subject.Author: Elizabeth AshtonISBN-10: 0415183863ISBN-13: 9780415183864Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/21/1999Pages: 216Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.73lbsSize: 9.10h...

This book is addressed to policy makers and teachers who are considering the possibility of getting involved in the teaching of MFL in the primary school.Author: Patricia DriscollISBN-10: 0415183839ISBN-13: 9780415183833Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/08/1999Pages: 256Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 9.20h x 6.15w x 0.85d

This book gives a series of briefings on the main issues in primary education and the implications for schools and is presented in a convenient A-Z format.Author: Michael FarrellISBN-10: 041518262XISBN-13: 9780415182621Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/04/1999Pages: 224Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.72lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.48d

Senior Management Teams in Primary Schools looks at how positive team work can be achieved within your school and illustrates the benefits it brings.Author: Lynda HuckmanISBN-10: 0415170362ISBN-13: 9780415170369Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/10/1999Pages: 236Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 9.19h x 6.16w x 0.72d

This vibrant volume examines the many ways in which history can include and compliment the teaching of English, to the greater benefit of both subject areas.Author: Pat HoodlessISBN-10: 0415167035ISBN-13: 9780415167031Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/01/1998Pages: 216Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.64lbsSize: 9.10h x 6.18w x 0.50d

This book is a practical guide to teaching drama and provides a clear and coherent framework together with a theoretical underpinning which will allow teachers to create their own drama lessons from an informed standpoint and maximize the learning potential. The authors propose a...

With an emphasis on skills not facts, this book for pupils describes over 100 activities. The investigations it covers are flexible enough to relate to any science course.Author: Alan PeacockISBN-10: 0415094283ISBN-13: 9780415094283Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/02/1986Pages: 72Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.15d

For more than twenty years, topic work has been accepted as the natural way to teach young children in their first years of school. The introduction of a subject-based curriculum in England and Wales has led to intense questioning of that assured position. Teachers...

Colin Rogers and Peter Kutnick reassess the role of social psychology in educational practice for the primary classroom. They offer an analysis of the ways in which the process and structure of classroom life affect the interpersonal and academic outcomes of schooling. Social schooling...

This book is a response to the loss of learning experienced by children and young people during the COVID-19 crisis. It examines the measures which were taken to fix the disruption of education and their limitations particularly in reaching marginalised groups.Author: Marilyn Leask,Sarah YounieISBN-10:...

This book is a roadmap to the key decisions, processes, and procedures to use when synthesizing qualitative literacy research. Covering the major types of syntheses - including the dissertation literature review, traditional literature review, integrative literature review, meta-synthesis, and meta-ethnography - Compton-Lilly, Rogers, and...

This book aims to support trainee and established teachers to embed mathematical thinking into their lessons. The authors focus on practical and actionable ways that primary teachers can develop their children's mathematical thinking, reasoning and problem-solving: ideas which are at the heart of the...

This book highlights decisions governments have to make about their public education systems, the options they have before them and the consequences of their decisions. As well as covering issues such as values, curriculum, teacher training, structures and so on, the book addresses education...

The first self-care book designed specifically for the early childhood field, Culturally Responsive Self-Care Practices for Early Childhood Educators is filled with helpful strategies and tools that you can implement immediately.Author: Julie Nicholson,Priya Driscoll,Julie KurtzISBN-10: 0367150115ISBN-13: 9780367150112Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/09/2019Pages: 278Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.10lbsSize: 9.10h...

By linking theory to practice with an emphasis on national and state standards, Head Start Performance Standards, No Child Left Behind, and IDEA, the authors coherently combine principles of child development and social studies content to create a solid program for preschool through grade...

Children learn mathematics most effectively in contexts that are meaningful to them. Realizing the potential of these contexts for fostering young children's mathematical learning while nurturing and challenging them, requires knowledge of mathematics as well as of child development. Avoiding the debates surrounding hands-on...

Focusing on theory and therapeutic factors and applications, this work will provide group leaders and counselors working with children with a conceptual basis and specific strategies for use in therapy, counseling, and therapeutic groups. It proposes that groups be formed around themes of condition...

When Max uncovers a burglary at the beach, he must foil the thieves and their feathered fiend before his family are caught up in danger. But will Monty his dog help save the day or derail the mission entirely? Diamond/Band 17 books offer more...

Big Cat for Little Wandle Fluency has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It consists of a range of chapter books with increasing word counts across 10 fluency levels aimed at children in Year 2 and 3....