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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Picture Books and Short Stories Part I (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Picture Books and Short Stories Part I (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grades 1-2 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grades 1-2 (2nd ed. ). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (picture books and short stories poetry). Corresponding to the first section of picture book and short story activities in Jacob's Ladder Grades 1-2 (2nd ed. ) students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the picture book and short story readings to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for academic success covering language arts standards such as sequencing determining cause and effect classifying inferencing and recognizing main ideas. Grades 1-2 | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Picture Books and Short Stories Part I (Set of 5)

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I Just Can’t Decide: Exploring the Challenge of Making Choices

I Just Can’t Decide: Exploring the Challenge of Making Choices

To get the full Being With Our Feelings experience this book can be purchased alongside the guidebook. All books can be purchased together as a set Being With Our Feelings: Guidebook and Four Storybooks Set 978-0-367-77231-4. This colourful engaging gender neutral story introduces the reader to a child overwhelmed with all of life’s choices. Should they sit with their friends or befriend someone new? Should they share what they know or keep it to themselves? Should they listen to their heart or follow the crowd? Written with honesty and a clear youth voice I Just Can’t Decide!: looks at the challenge of making choices champions the courage to make your own choices promotes listening to your heart intuition and body in addition to your mind teaches children about conscious behaviour and self-reflection explores ideas of integrity values and right action ends with a mindful reflection to help children explore and be with their feelings. This book is essential reading for teachers parents or anyone working with children who wishes to empower young people to make good choices with sensitivity and self-awareness. | I Just Can’t Decide: Exploring the Challenge of Making Choices

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 5 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 5 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grade 5 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 5 (2nd ed. ). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (short stories poetry nonfiction). Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 5 | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 5 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

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Math Curriculum for Gifted Students Lessons Activities and Extensions for Gifted and Advanced Learners Student Workbooks Sections I-II (

Math Curriculum for Gifted Students Lessons Activities and Extensions for Gifted and Advanced Learners Student Workbooks Sections I-II (

The Math Curriculum for Gifted Students series provides gifted and advanced learners with challenging activities to extend their mathematical thinking. Developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary the lessons activities and extensions in each book are aligned to national standards and are designed to provide high-ability learners advancement beyond the general curriculum. | Math Curriculum for Gifted Students Lessons Activities and Extensions for Gifted and Advanced Learners Student Workbooks Sections I-II (

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Math Curriculum for Gifted Students Lessons Activities and Extensions for Gifted and Advanced Learners Student Workbooks Sections I-II (

Math Curriculum for Gifted Students Lessons Activities and Extensions for Gifted and Advanced Learners Student Workbooks Sections I-II (

The Math Curriculum for Gifted Students series provides gifted and advanced learners with challenging activities to extend their mathematical thinking. Developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary the lessons activities and extensions in each book are aligned to national standards and are designed to provide high-ability learners advancement beyond the general curriculum. | Math Curriculum for Gifted Students Lessons Activities and Extensions for Gifted and Advanced Learners Student Workbooks Sections I-II (

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I Love a Cop What Police Families Need to Know

I Love a Cop What Police Families Need to Know

Police families are brave resilient and proud-and they face remarkable challenges sometimes on a daily basis. Now thoroughly updated for today's turbulent times this is the resource that cops and their loved ones have relied on for decades. Trusted expert Ellen Kirschman gives you practical ways to manage the stress of the job and create a healthy supportive home environment. The third edition features the latest information new stories from police families two new chapters and fully updated resources. Dr. Kirschman acknowledges the tough realities of life on the force and offers frank realistic suggestions for handling everyday relationship dilemmas as well as serious issues like trauma domestic violence and alcohol abuse. Whether you read this book cover to cover or reach for it when problems arise you will find no-nonsense guidance to help your family thrive. Mental health professionals see also Counseling Cops: What Clinicians Need to Know by Ellen Kirschman Mark Kamena and Joel Fay. | I Love a Cop What Police Families Need to Know

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I Love a Fire Fighter Second Edition What the Family Needs to Know

I Love a Fire Fighter Second Edition What the Family Needs to Know

How can fire fighter families cope with the emotional toll of loving a first responder? There are ceaseless worries-about the physical dangers of the profession the cumulative stress and the long hours spent away from home. In this compassionate and knowledgeable guide-now fully revised and updated-psychologist Ellen Kirschman shares sage advice and practical strategies for when times get tough. From dealing with occupational hazards like trauma marital tension and substance use problems to the psychological effects of fighting wildland fires Dr. Kirschman understands the unique challenges of life on the front lines. With candor and wisdom she shows fire fighters and their loved ones how to navigate the highs and lows of “the best job in the world. ” | I Love a Fire Fighter Second Edition What the Family Needs to Know

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 5 Student Workbooks Nonfiction and Essays/Speeches (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 5 Student Workbooks Nonfiction and Essays/Speeches (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grade 5 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 5 (2nd ed. ). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (short stories poetry nonfiction and essays/speeches). Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 5 (2nd ed. ) students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the nonfiction readings to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for academic success covering language arts standards such as sequencing determining cause and effect classifying inferencing and recognizing main ideas. Student workbooks are also available for the short story activities and the poetry activities. | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 5 Student Workbooks Nonfiction and Essays/Speeches (Set of 5)

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Nonfiction Student Workbooks Grade 5 Science and Math (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Nonfiction Student Workbooks Grade 5 Science and Math (Set of 5)

Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder: Nonfiction Grade 5 students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the fiction and nonfiction comparisons to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The student workbooks feature ample room for student responses and notes make reviewing and providing feedback on student work easier than ever provide students with an easy-to-use reference to use during discussions and save time as there is no need to reproduce student handouts. | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Nonfiction Student Workbooks Grade 5 Science and Math (Set of 5)

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Nonfiction Student Workbooks Grade 5 Fiction and Nonfiction Comparisons (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Nonfiction Student Workbooks Grade 5 Fiction and Nonfiction Comparisons (Set of 5)

Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder: Nonfiction Grade 5 students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the fiction and nonfiction comparisons to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The student workbooks feature ample room for student responses and notes make reviewing and providing feedback on student work easier than ever provide students with an easy-to-use reference to use during discussions and save time as there is no need to reproduce student handouts. | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Nonfiction Student Workbooks Grade 5 Fiction and Nonfiction Comparisons (Set of 5)

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Affective Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 4-5 Student Workbooks Short Stories and Media (Set of 5)

Affective Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 4-5 Student Workbooks Short Stories and Media (Set of 5)

The Affective Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program uses a models approach to scaffold student learning and promote inquiry-based discussions of texts. This series of Jacob's Ladder focuses specifically on supporting advanced students' social-emotional needs through the discussion of reading selections in the following genres: short stories and media poetry and biographies. Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis. Corresponding to the activities in Affective Jacob's Ladder Grades 4-5 students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the picture book short story and media readings and activities to move them from lower to higher level skills of self-awareness metacognition and goal setting. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for success and integrate reading comprehension and analysis skills with affective and social-emotional needs as students are asked to apply themes character or real-life experiences and lessons from texts to their own lives. Grades 4-5 | Affective Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 4-5 Student Workbooks Short Stories and Media (Set of 5)

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Self-Compassion for Parents Nurture Your Child by Caring for Yourself

Self-Compassion for Parents Nurture Your Child by Caring for Yourself

I yelled at the kids again-and feel so ashamed. I barely have time to shower let alone exercise; no wonder I’m so out of shape. I'm just not the dad I hoped I would be. Parenting is hard. That's why self-compassion is so important. In this empathic resource mindfulness expert and psychologist Susan M. Pollak helps you let go of constant self-judgment and treat yourself with the same kindness and caring you strive to offer your kids. Simple yet powerful guided meditation techniques (most under three minutes long) are easy to practice while doing the dishes driving to work or soothing a fussy baby. Learn to respond to your own imperfections like a supportive friend not a harsh critic. You will find yourself happier and more energized-and will discover new reserves of patience and appreciation for your kids. | Self-Compassion for Parents Nurture Your Child by Caring for Yourself

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 4 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 4 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grade 4 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 4 (2nd ed. ). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (short stories poetry nonfiction). Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 4 | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 4 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

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Math Bafflers Logic Puzzles That Use Real-World Math (Grades 3-5)

Math Bafflers Logic Puzzles That Use Real-World Math (Grades 3-5)

Math Bafflers requires students to use creativity critical thinking and logical reasoning to perform a variety of operations and practice skills that align with state and national math standards. The book covers real-life situations requiring math skills such as distance liquid measures money time weight sequencing comparison age area and percentages along with operations such as fractions exponents algebra place value and number lines. Students will make hypotheses organize information draw conclusions and use syllogistic thinking. Teachers can feel confident that they are providing challenges and reinforcing important skills in a format that students enjoy! Math Bafflers builds essential critical thinking analysis and problem-solving skills; develops logical thinking in a fun format; uses relevant real-life mathematical situations; and provides opportunities for differentiation. Grades 3-5 | Math Bafflers Logic Puzzles That Use Real-World Math (Grades 3-5)

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The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary Finding Happiness Right Where You Are

The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary Finding Happiness Right Where You Are

“Did I sound stupid?” “Should I have sent that email?” “How do I look?” Many of us spend a lot of time feeling self-conscious and comparing ourselves to others. Why do we judge ourselves so relentlessly? Why do we strive so hard to be special or successful or to avoid feeling rejected? When psychologist and mindfulness expert Dr. Ronald Siegel realized that he as well as most of his clients was caught in a cycle of endless self-evaluation he decided to do something about it. This engaging empowering guide sheds light on this very human habit-and explains how to break it. Through illuminating stories and exercises practical tools (which you can download and print for repeated use) and guided meditations with accompanying audio downloads Dr. Siegel invites you to stop obsessing so much about how you measure up. Instead by accepting the extraordinary gift of being ordinary you can build stronger connections with others and get more joy out of life. | The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary Finding Happiness Right Where You Are

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 4 Student Workbooks Nonfiction (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 4 Student Workbooks Nonfiction (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grade 4 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 4 (2nd ed. ). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (short stories poetry nonfiction). Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 4 (2nd ed. ) students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the nonfiction readings to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for academic success covering language arts standards such as sequencing determining cause and effect classifying inferencing and recognizing main ideas. Grade 4 | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 4 Student Workbooks Nonfiction (Set of 5)

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Nonfiction (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Nonfiction (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grade 3 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 3 (2nd ed. previously published as Level 1). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (short stories poetry nonfiction). Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 3 (2nd ed. ) students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the nonfiction readings to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for academic success covering language arts standards such as sequencing determining cause and effect classifying inferencing and recognizing main ideas. Grade 3 | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Nonfiction (Set of 5)

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grade 3 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 3 (2nd ed. previously published as Level 1). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (short stories poetry nonfiction). Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 3 (2nd ed. ) students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the poetry readings to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for academic success covering language arts standards such as sequencing determining cause and effect classifying inferencing and recognizing main ideas. Student workbooks are also available for the short story activities and the nonfiction activities. | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grades 1-2 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grades 1-2 (2nd ed. ). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (picture books and short stories poetry). Corresponding to the first section of picture book and short story activities in Jacob's Ladder Grades 1-2 (2nd ed. ) students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the picture book and short story readings to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for academic success covering language arts standards such as sequencing determining cause and effect classifying inferencing and recognizing main ideas. Grades 1-2 | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Poetry (Set of 5)

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Short Stories (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Short Stories (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grade 3 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 3 (2nd ed. previously published as Level 1). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (short stories poetry nonfiction). Corresponding to the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grade 3 (2nd ed. ) students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the short story readings to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for academic success covering language arts standards such as sequencing determining cause and effect classifying inferencing and recognizing main ideas. Student workbooks are also available for the poetry activities and the nonfiction activities. | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grade 3 Student Workbooks Short Stories (Set of 5)

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Jumpstart Maths Maths Activities and Games for Ages 5-14

Jumpstart Maths Maths Activities and Games for Ages 5-14

This fully updated third edition of Jumpstart! Maths presents a collection of simple-to-use multi-sensory games and activities which will jumpstart students’ understanding of mathematics in action. It will help students to explore and learn maths both through technology and without in an atmosphere of fun mutual support and tolerance. With ten new activities and a digital hints and tips section this book: follows and explores the national mathematics curriculum; promotes creativity in maths through practical activities that teachers can employ in their classrooms; provides a digital hints and tips section to integrate the use of digital teaching tools such as interactive whiteboards. Specifically written to help teachers work within the guidelines of the mathematics curriculum this new edition brings into consideration the increasing presence of technology in education. If you are one of the thousands of teachers looking for a range of practical and fun ideas to teach maths engagingly then this is the perfect book for you. | Jumpstart Maths Maths Activities and Games for Ages 5-14

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Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Picture Books and Short Stories Part II (Set of 5)

Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Picture Books and Short Stories Part II (Set of 5)

The Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program targets reading comprehension skills in high-ability learners by moving students through an inquiry process from basic understanding to critical analyses of texts using a field-tested method developed by the Center for Gifted Education at William & Mary. Students in grades 1-2 will learn to comprehend and analyze any reading passage after completing the activities in Jacob's Ladder Grades 1-2 (2nd ed. ). Each set of student workbooks includes 5 student booklets divided by grade level and area of emphasis (picture books and short stories poetry). Corresponding to the first section of picture book and short story activities in Jacob's Ladder Grades 1-2 (2nd ed. ) students read high-interest passages then complete skill ladders connected to the picture book and short story readings to move them from concrete thinking skills to higher order critical thinking skills. The ladders include multiple skills necessary for academic success covering language arts standards such as sequencing determining cause and effect classifying inferencing and recognizing main ideas. Grades 1-2 | Jacob's Ladder Reading Comprehension Program Grades 1-2 Student Workbooks Picture Books and Short Stories Part II (Set of 5)

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Teamwork Plain and Simple: 5 Key Ingredients to Team Success in Schools

Teamwork Plain and Simple: 5 Key Ingredients to Team Success in Schools

What are the necessary ingredients which make a team of staff in schools successful? How can teamwork in schools be improved? In what ways does effective teamwork in schools result in more efficiency more enjoyment and more success? Teamwork Plain and Simple provides the answers to these questions offering a fresh perspective on how teachers and school leaders can implement effective teamwork in schools. Rooted in three decades of teaching and school leadership experience and drawing on his ground-breaking research through this essential text Dr Michael Harpham identifies the five key ingredients that support effective teamwork in schools and offers over 40 situation-driven strategies to help you lead and develop your team. The chapters cover: Expectations of working and progressing as a team Team communication and interaction Team behaviours and building relationships Organisational infrastructure and team functionality Capacity and growing your team Including a user-friendly audit to evaluate the efficacy of your team as well as useful tips and practical case studies this guide is a crucial read for any teacher or school leader who wishes to improve their organisation’s teamwork. | Teamwork Plain and Simple: 5 Key Ingredients to Team Success in Schools

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What Do New Teachers Need to Know? A Roadmap to Expertise

What Do New Teachers Need to Know? A Roadmap to Expertise

What knowledge will make you most effective as a teacher? New teachers are often bombarded with information about the concepts they should understand and the topics they should master. This indispensable book will help you navigate the research on curriculum cognitive science student data and more providing clarity and key takeaways for those looking to grow their teaching expertise. What Do New Teachers Need to Know? explores the fundamentals of teacher expertise and draws upon contemporary research to offer the knowledge that will be most useful the methods to retain that knowledge and the ways expert teachers use it to solve problems. Written by an educator with extensive experience and understanding each chapter answers a key question about teacher knowledge including: • Does anyone agree on what makes great teaching? • How should I use evidence in my planning? • Why isn’t subject knowledge enough? • What should I know about my students? • How do experts make and break habits? • How can teachers think creatively whilst automating good habits? • What do we need to know about the curriculum? • How should Cognitive Load Theory affect our pedagogical decisions? Packed with case studies and interviews with new and training teachers alongside key takeaways for the classroom this book is essential reading for early career teachers those undertaking initial teacher training and current teachers looking to develop their expertise. | What Do New Teachers Need to Know? A Roadmap to Expertise

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Portraits from Memory And Other Essays

Portraits from Memory And Other Essays

‘I have come to think that one of the main causes of trouble in the world is dogmatic and fanatical belief in some doctrine for which there is no adequate evidence. ’ – Bertrand Russell Portraits from Memory Portraits from Memory is one of Bertrand Russell’s most self-reflective and engaging books. Whilst not intended as an autobiography it is a vivid recollection of some of his celebrated contemporaries such as George Bernard Shaw Sidney and Beatrice Webb and D. H. Lawrence. Russell provides some arresting and sometimes amusing insights into writers with whom he corresponded. He was fascinated by Joseph Conrad with whom he formed a strong emotional bond writing that his Heart of Darkness was not just a story but an expression of Conrad’s ‘philosophy of life’. There are also some typically pithy Russellian observations; H. G. Wells ‘derived his importance from quantity rather than quality’ whilst after a brief and fraught friendship Russell thought D. H. Lawrence ‘had no real wish to make the world better but only to indulge in eloquent soliloquy about how bad it was’. This engaging book also includes some of Russell’s customary razor-sharp essays on a rich array of subjects from his ardent pacifism liberal politics and morality to the ethics of education the skills of good writing and how he came to philosophy as a young man. These include ‘A Plea for Clear Thinking’ ‘A Philosophy for Our Time’ and ‘How I Write’. Portraits from Memory is Russell at his best and will enthrall those new to Russell as well as those already well-acquainted with his work. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new foreword by the Russell scholar Nicholas Griffin editor of The Selected Letters of Bertrand Russell. | Portraits from Memory And Other Essays

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