Author: Stephen Cunha Publisher: National Geographic Books ISBN: 9781426301988 Category : Geography Languages : en Pages : 132
Book Description
Featuring maps, graphs, photographs, and questions used in previous National Geographic Bees, this guide presents geographic facts and helps young readers understand themes and relationships, and how geographers view their world.
Author: Homa Sabet Tavangar Publisher: Corwin Press ISBN: 1483317870 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 257
Book Description
Integrate global learning activities in your elementary classrooms today with this easy-to-use guide! This smart, all-in-one resource from widely acclaimed authors Homa Tavangar and Becky Morales provides hundreds of easy, stand-alone activities, resources, and projects to help busy educators: Seamlessly integrate global awareness themes into existing K-5 Common Core curriculum Recruit parent and community volunteers and organizations Use social media for student global collaboration projects Plan international events, after-school clubs, and cross-curricular activities Includes a 12-month timeline, backmapping tips, 50+ ready-to-start projects, and online links.
Author: Kathy B. Grant Publisher: SAGE Publications ISBN: 1506365728 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 578
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Home, School, and Community Collaboration uses the culturally responsive family support model as a framework to prepare teachers to work effectively with children from diverse families. Authors Kathy B. Grant and Julie A. Ray skillfully incorporate numerous real-life vignettes and case studies to show readers the practical application of culturally responsive family engagement. The Fourth Edition contains additional content that enhances the already relevant text, including: a new section titled "Perspectives on Poverty" acknowledging the deep levels of poverty in the United States and the impact on family-school relations; increased coverage of Latino/Latina family connections; and updated demographics focusing on the issues impacting same-sex families, families experiencing divorce, children and family members with chronic illnesses, military families, and grandparents raising children. With contributions from more than 22 experts in the field offering a wide range of perspectives, this book will help readers understand, appreciate, and support diverse families. This text is accompanied with FREE online resources!
Author: Stephen Cunha Publisher: National Geographic Books ISBN: 1426309864 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 132
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This book promotes the concepts that the National Geography Standards say U.S. students in grades 4 to 8 should understand. It will serve as a creative road map for students and teachers preparing for the Bee.
Author: Carrie Thornthwaite Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1475809387 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 201
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iPads are powerful tools for engaging students, encouraging creativity, stimulating critical thinking, and making significant strides in learning. This book is part of a two-book set that allows educators to realize the full potential of the iPad. Over 200 highly rated apps are covered with specific ideas for classroom activities and teaching strategies. Descriptions include ideas for using iPads in classrooms where each student owns an iPad, as well as where there is just a small number of iPads or even just a single device. The first chapter of this book specifically discusses how to promote discovery learning, engagement, understanding, and creativity in ways that enhance the learning experience of all students. Each subsequent chapter is dedicated to apps that have value to the following subject areas: mathematics, science, art, music, health and PE, ELL, and ESL. In consideration of education budgets, all the apps are free or low cost. The information in this book is appropriate for K12 teachers, university professors, media specialists, K12 administrators, parents, and students.
Author: LauraMaery Gold Publisher: Crown ISBN: 0307451631 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 482
Book Description
Provide a solid education at home without breaking the bank. Introduced in 2000, Homeschool Your Child for Free gave countless parents the plan and peace of mind to get their kids’ education on the right track. Now, authors LauraMaery Gold and Joan M. Zielinski have revised and updated their popular guide, offering their expert homeschooling advice and information, plus new tools and resources to help you and your child succeed: • Complete curriculum plans for a comprehensive education, from preschool through high school • Where to find free online courses; NEW! • Ways to partner with public schools; NEW! • Legal guidelines and compliance requirements for home educators • Keys to graduating a homeschooler; NEW! • Developing personal finance management and life skills; NEW! • Teaching tips and motivators from successful homeschoolers • Career and vocational guidance; NEW! • And so much more! Comprehensive and clear, Homeschool Your Child for Free gives you access to free instructional material–from reading-readiness activities for preschoolers to science projects for teens–to help build a strong foundation that will last into adulthood. You don’t need to drain your bank account to guarantee a good education for your child. With a computer and the Internet, you have the largest library and laboratory right at your fingertips–all for free!
Author: Carol Fertig Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1000495493 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 126
Book Description
From the author of the nation's most popular blog on parenting gifted children comes the definitive how-to manual for parents, Raising a Gifted Child: A Parenting Success Handbook, a gifted education Legacy Award winner. Raising gifted children isn't easy, but when armed with the practical knowledge and tools in this exciting book, parents can navigate the maze of raising bright kids, leading to success in school and beyond. This book offers a large menu of strategies, resources, organizations, tips, and suggestions for parents to find optimal learning opportunities for their kids, covering the gamut of talent areas, including academics, the arts, technology, creativity, music, and thinking skills. The focus of this definitive resource is on empowering parents by giving them the tools needed to ensure that their gifted kids are happy and successful both in and out of school. Additional topics covered include volunteering at their child's school; different school options and specialty programs; tips for handling special circumstances; specific suggestions for each core content area; and strategies for finding the best resources for parents on the Web. This easy-to-read book is sure to be a favorite of parents of smart kids for years to come! Educational Resource
Author: Lynn Van Gorp Publisher: Shell Education ISBN: 1425802656 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 297
Book Description
Bring your classroom into the 21st century using the Internet! Useful strategies, An annotated list of teacher-tested websites, and easy-to-follow lesson plans for all content areas make this resource a perfect guide for integrating the Internet into the curriculum. Student activities, student research suggestions, and 24 model lessons that clearly demonstrate how to effectively use websites are provided along with information on teacher and student resource sites. The open-ended activities help students develop thinking skills and learn to search the Web and evaluate websites. Topics covered include computer management, differentiation, safety issues, searching the Internet, copyright guidelines, and more. The Teacher Resource CD provided includes reproducible teacher resource materials. 296pp.
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