The Class Meeting


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Class Meetings


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Class meetings are a popular way of generating student participation in all aspects of school and learning. This innovative book shows teachers how to use class meetings to set the tone for a respectful classroom, involve students in decision-making, provide opportunities for student leadership, develop effective problem-solving strategies, and reduce behavior problems. Teachers will find everything they need to make class meetings an integral part of classroom learning.







Positive Discipline for Preschoolers


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Completely updated to report the latest research in child development and learning, Positive Discipline for Preschoolers will teach you how to use methods to raise a child who is responsible, respectful, and resourceful. Caring for young children is one of the most challenging tasks an adult will ever face. No matter how much you love your child, there will be moments filled with frustration, anger, and even desperation. There will also be questions: Why does my four-year-old deliberately lie to me? Why won’t my three-year-old listen to me? Should I ever spank my preschooler when she is disobedient? Over the years, millions of parents just like you have come to trust the Positive Discipline series and its commonsense approach to child-rearing. This revised and updated third edition includes information from the latest research on neurobiology, diet and exercise, gender differences and behavior, the importance of early relationships and parenting, and new approaches to parenting in the age of mass media. In addition, this book offers new information on reducing anxiety and helping children feel safe in troubled times. You’ll also find practical solutions for how to: - Avoid the power struggles that often come with mastering sleeping, eating, and potty training - See misbehavior as an opportunity to teach nonpunitive discipline—not punishment - Instill valuable social skills and positive behavior inside and outside the home by using methods that teach important life skills - Employ family and class meetings to tackle behavorial challenges - And much, much more!







Classroom Record Keeping Made Simple


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"Record Keeping Made Simple provides excellent tips and would be perfect for both new and experienced teachers. I picked up a number of useful pointers that I had never thought of in my 28 years of teaching." Sharon Jeffery, National Board Certified Teacher Plymouth Public Schools, MA "This book will help teachers deal effectively with students and parents, protect themselves with adequate and proper documentation, and improve student achievement. It′s also easy to read and gets to the point." Charles F. Adamchik, Jr. Director of Curriculum Learning Sciences International, Blairsville, PA Transform record keeping from a dreaded chore into a strategy for success! It′s no secret that even the most successful teachers struggle to make the best use of their time. This enlightening text provides tips, strategies, and best practices for how all teachers-from novices to veterans-can find additional daily time while also improving documentation through better record-keeping management. Included in this resource are dozens of reproducible forms to assist teachers in maintaining accurate records, from lesson plans to records of parent-teacher conferences. These forms, along with invaluable author insight, will assist teachers in: Developing lifelong habits in good record keeping Helping their school meet accountability measures while reducing liability threats Discovering the real-life benefits that result from good record keeping Learning how to tailor record-keeping strategies to meet the needs of special populations, parents, and more Learn how fast and accurate record keeping can save time and result in even more successful teaching!










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