Author : Judy Sierra
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 48,19 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780152020330
Each of twenty-six poems describes the antics and habits of a zany classroom pet whose name begins with a different letter of the alphabet.
Author : Rebecca L. Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 3583 pages
File Size : 28,72 MB
Release : 2018-06-21
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN :
Whether used for thematic story times, program and curriculum planning, readers' advisory, or collection development, this updated edition of the well-known companion makes finding the right picture books for your library a breeze. Generations of savvy librarians and educators have relied on this detailed subject guide to children's picture books for all aspects of children's services, and this new edition does not disappoint. Covering more than 18,000 books published through 2017, it empowers users to identify current and classic titles on topics ranging from apples to zebras. Organized simply, with a subject guide that categorizes subjects by theme and topic and subject headings arranged alphabetically, this reference applies more than 1,200 intuitive (as opposed to formal catalog) subject terms to children's picture books, making it both a comprehensive and user-friendly resource that is accessible to parents and teachers as well as librarians. It can be used to identify titles to fill in gaps in library collections, to find books on particular topics for young readers, to help teachers locate titles to support lessons, or to design thematic programs and story times. Title and illustrator indexes, in addition to a bibliographic guide arranged alphabetically by author name, further extend access to titles.
Author : Stephanie Chitpin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 41,92 MB
Release : 2016-01-29
Category : Education
ISBN : 1317378059
Challenging the theory of induction in teacher education, this book proposes a knowledge-building framework based on the critical rationalism of philosopher of science, Karl Popper. The Objective Knowledge Growth Framework developed in this book is designed to be an effective critical analysis framework for empowering teachers and schools to build and share professional knowledge. This book is essential reading for educational scholars, researchers, professionals, policymakers, and all those interested in exploring the application of Popperian philosophy to the field of education and re-envisioning educational practice.
Author : Carl C. Gaither
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 2800 pages
File Size : 34,45 MB
Release : 2012-01-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 1461411149
This unprecedented collection of 27,000 quotations is the most comprehensive and carefully researched of its kind, covering all fields of science and mathematics. With this vast compendium you can readily conceptualize and embrace the written images of scientists, laymen, politicians, novelists, playwrights, and poets about humankind's scientific achievements. Approximately 9000 high-quality entries have been added to this new edition to provide a rich selection of quotations for the student, the educator, and the scientist who would like to introduce a presentation with a relevant quotation that provides perspective and historical background on his subject. Gaither's Dictionary of Scientific Quotations, Second Edition, provides the finest reference source of science quotations for all audiences. The new edition adds greater depth to the number of quotations in the various thematic arrangements and also provides new thematic categories.
Author : Kathy Brown
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 34,96 MB
Release : 2014-06-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 1625219482
How do we teach with rigor to our youngest learners? How do we implement standards that spell out quite clearly what students must know but do not give us either the methods or materials that help our students achieve such skills? This professional resource provides practical routines and developmentally appropriate activities that foster an environment where our youngest learners can thrive in mastering core kindergarten content along with the Common Core standards. The routines and activities in this book have been thoroughly classroom-tested and aligned with best practices. The authors show you how to create a magical kindergarten environment that creates a community of confident learners full of excitement and enthusiasm! By design, these books are not printable from a reading device. To request a PDF of the reproducible pages, please contact customer service at 1-888-262-6135.
Author : Angela Leeper
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 39,68 MB
Release : 2006-03-28
Category : Education
ISBN : 1461670551
Poetry in Literature for Youth offers teachers, librarians, parents, and students with an instrumental guide for incorporating all forms of poetry into the curriculum. More than 900 annotated entries provide descriptions of books and other resources, including anthologies, classics, various poetry formats, poetry novels, multicultural poetry, performance poetry, teen poetry, poet biographies, and curriculum connections. Educators, who are often unaware of the poetry resources available-particularly for young adults-will welcome this book with open arms. Lists for building a core poetry collection, along with resources for teaching poetry criticism and writing, electronic poetry resources, booktalks, classroom activities, and lesson plans complement this guide. Author, Geographic, Grade, Subject, and Title indexes are also included. For anyone interested in knowing more about poetry in literature, this is an indispensable guide.
Author : M'Liss Brockman
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 41,32 MB
Release : 2001-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780439304627
Reading and writing go hand in hand, as kids match pictures with words, cut and paste, and make their own fun-to-read thematic mini-dictionaries. Words are drawn from favorite themes, from transportation and farm animals to senses and seasons, with 15 interactive learning tools. Illustrations.
Author : Shelley Hong Xu
Publisher : Guilford Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 36,36 MB
Release : 2010-01-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1606239651
Grounded in research and practical expertise, this volume helps K–6 teachers skillfully support all of their English language learners (ELLs)—from a single student to an entire classroom. Ideas for teaching ELLs across different grade and proficiency levels include ways to link instruction to students’ lived experiences, use a variety of motivating print and electronic texts and materials, engage families, and conduct effective assessments. Chapters are packed with tools and activities for promoting ELLs’ development in oral language, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and grammar. Handy reproducibles and “Voice from the Classroom” teacher vignettes enhance the utility of the book.
Author : Nina Schatzkamer Miller
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 42,40 MB
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0786466685
Fresh, fun ideas for children's storytime fill this book. The author, a long-time storytime facilitator, has put together 52 weekly themes plus additional plans for holidays, all with detailed instructions for talking about the theme and choosing the books, crafts, songs, poems, games and snacks. Each storytime idea is illustrated with photographs of a suggested craft and snack for easy reference. Libraries, bookstores, preschools and parents alike can use this book to offer themed storytimes that include discussion, literature, art, music, movement and food. Options are provided for each storytime, so the ideas can be used year after year.
Author : Lerner Publishing Group
Publisher : LernerClassroom
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 24,18 MB
Release : 2003-05-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 0822547791
This new series will surely delight your young classroom pet lovers! By using short, repetitive sentences and crisp, full-color photographs, these books introduce beginning readers to classroom pets, their basic needs, and how to care for them.
