Thoughtfully curated by bestselling author and early years consultant Alistair Bryce-Clegg, this beautiful Pinterest-worthy book is brimming with 365 days worth of inspiration for early years practitioners. He draws on quotes, images, the thoughts of education and child development thinkers and the work of contemporary practitioners to create a picture of children's play today. Whether it's sitting down with your morning cup of coffee or as you wind down for the day, this beautifully designed full colour book is here to motivate and inspire you and your practice all year through.
Thoughtfully curated by bestselling author and early years consultant Alistair Bryce-Clegg, this beautiful Pinterest-worthy book is brimming with 365 days worth of inspiration for early years practitioners. He draws on quotes, images, the thoughts of education and child development thinkers and the work of contemporary practitioners to create a picture of children's play today. Whether it's sitting down with your morning cup of coffee or as you wind down for the day, this beautifully designed full colour book is here to motivate and inspire you and your practice all year through.
"An excellent tool to help teachers help students, this book would be particularly useful within a professional learning community or in a mentoring setting." -Jim Hoogheem, Retired Principal Fernbrook Elementary School, Maple Grove, MN "This book got me excited to teach in an inclusive setting! The tips and directions will work with every child and will ensure that ALL students can learn in the same environment." -Rachel Aherns, Instructional Strategist I Westridge Elementary School, West Des Moines, IA Engage all learners with research-based strategies from acclaimed educators Research indicates that students of all ages and demographics benefit from active learning strategies. The challenge is translating what we know into what we do. Award-winning educators Linda Schwartz Green and Diane Casale-Giannola build that bridge with more than 40 easy-to-implement strategies for today's inclusive classroom. This practical guide includes: Field-tested practices that are easily adaptable to various grade levels and subjects Vignettes that demonstrate how to apply today's brain-compatible strategies in the classroom Tools for differentiating instruction to serve ALL students, including high-ability students, those with ADHD or learning disabilities, and English learners Grounded in foundational research and educational literature, these strategies include directions for use, sample applications across content areas, and how-to's for groups and individuals. Teachers and administrators will find this comprehensive guidebook an indispensable at-your- fingertips resource for enhancing student engagement, furthering professional development, and increasing positive learning outcomes.
"Scaddan has collected many positive, easy-to-read ideas that will be helpful for educators." -Eric Jensen, Educational Consultant "This book honors the art and science of teaching and learning. Read it, use it, and carry it from school to school, classroom to classroom for decades. This book is a backpack full of ideas, strategies, and activities to enhance brains and enrich hearts." -Glenn Capelli, Churchill Fellow True Learning Centre, Australia "This is the missing link in so many of our schools' curriculum. Scaddan sparks the joy of learning in children and builds relationships between teachers and learners. A must-have for administrators, teachers, counselors, and anyone interested in understanding what it takes to make a difference." -Nancy G . Peterson, Educational Consultant Use these practical, brain-friendly tools to engage learners and impact student achievement! Educators looking for proven methods to introduce brain-compatible instruction into K-12 classrooms will find invaluable assistance in this easy-to-read, engaging resource. The author helps teachers understand how the brain, mind, and body function in the learning process, demonstrates methods to reinforce students' memory and concentration, and illustrates ways to enhance learners' outcomes across a broad range of skills. This flexible guide converts the latest findings on brain research into fun and effective techniques for reducing behavioral distractions in class, improving academic performance, and strengthening teachers' instructional skills. Within a holistic brain-based teaching model, this practical book offers: 40 brain-friendly tools for improving learning and test results A brain-based review feature that helps readers evaluate and modify the tools to meet students' needs Stimulating quotes and motivational proverbs for inspiration Stories, songs, poems, and anecdotes woven throughout the text This guide is ideal for empowering students and helping them take ownership of their learning.
"Scaddan has collected many positive, easy-to-read ideas that will be helpful for educators." -Eric Jensen, Educational Consultant "This book honors the art and science of teaching and learning. Read it, use it, and carry it from school to school, classroom to classroom for decades. This book is a backpack full of ideas, strategies, and activities to enhance brains and enrich hearts." -Glenn Capelli, Churchill Fellow True Learning Centre, Australia "This is the missing link in so many of our schools' curriculum. Scaddan sparks the joy of learning in children and builds relationships between teachers and learners. A must-have for administrators, teachers, counselors, and anyone interested in understanding what it takes to make a difference." -Nancy G . Peterson, Educational Consultant Use these practical, brain-friendly tools to engage learners and impact student achievement! Educators looking for proven methods to introduce brain-compatible instruction into K-12 classrooms will find invaluable assistance in this easy-to-read, engaging resource. The author helps teachers understand how the brain, mind, and body function in the learning process, demonstrates methods to reinforce students' memory and concentration, and illustrates ways to enhance learners' outcomes across a broad range of skills. This flexible guide converts the latest findings on brain research into fun and effective techniques for reducing behavioral distractions in class, improving academic performance, and strengthening teachers' instructional skills. Within a holistic brain-based teaching model, this practical book offers: 40 brain-friendly tools for improving learning and test results A brain-based review feature that helps readers evaluate and modify the tools to meet students' needs Stimulating quotes and motivational proverbs for inspiration Stories, songs, poems, and anecdotes woven throughout the text This guide is ideal for empowering students and helping them take ownership of their learning.
"The book's major strengths are its ease of use and the range of approaches to address many different reading issues. You can read straight through for a host of ideas, or you can pinpoint exactly which kind of strategy to explore." -Kristie Mary Betts, English Teacher Peak to Peak High School, Lafayette, CO "Bottom line: This book is reader friendly! Teachers in the content areas can quickly and easily find specific ideas to help students." -Barbara L. Townsend, Reading Specialist Elkhorn Area School District, WI Help for students who are overwhelmed, feel confused, can't remember, lack language skills, or just don't get it. In today's era of accountability, teachers are expected to help all secondary students understand complex concepts and ideas and demonstrate proficiency on high-stakes tests. To promote success for struggling readers in all content areas, expert educator Elaine K. McEwan offers 40 user-friendly and easy-to-implement strategies in an invaluable text that includes three tables of contents (traditional, topical, and problem-solving) formatted for quick and easy reference. Each of the 40 research-based and classroom-tested techniques features: An intriguing quotation or definition to grab your attention A brief description of the method and suggestions for implementation Recommended resources to gain a more in-depth understanding of the method Research citations to demonstrate the power of the method to get results Offering cross-references and advance organizers throughout, this book provides the specific yet comprehensive information you need to support all students with reading difficulties.
aaaaThe major challenge of teaching secondary content in the current era of accountability lies in helping all students read the massive textbooks, understand the complex concepts and ideas, and demonstrate proficiency on high-stakes tests.aaaaaaaaNo Child Left Behind (2002) has created a growing sense of urgency on the part of every secondary educator to find ways to help struggling readers achieve. The idea is not that you are expected to teach struggling readers how to read. However, you are increasingly being expected to teach the knowledge and skills related to your discipline on which all students will be tested. To reach even a modest level of proficiency, struggling readers need support.aaaa40 Ways to Support Struggling Readers in Content Classrooms Grades 6-12 contains forty research-based and classroom-tested methods that teachers can implement to help struggling readers be more successful.
As the subtitle suggests, Educating America is a collection of quotes from the icons of the education - from groundbreakers like Dewey, Freire, Vygotsky, Montessori, Piaget, Bourdieu, Noddings, Bloom, Clay, Sarason, et al, to more contemporary educators of note like Darling-Hammond, Fullan, Glasser, Sizer, Gardner, Ladson-Billings, Sergiovanni, ......
As the subtitle suggests, Educating America is a collection of quotes from the icons of the education - from groundbreakers like Dewey, Freire, Vygotsky, Montessori, Piaget, Bourdieu, Noddings, Bloom, Clay, Sarason, et al, to more contemporary educators of note like Darling-Hammond, Fullan, Glasser, Sizer, Gardner, Ladson-Billings, Sergiovanni, ......
