What every secondary teacher needs to know about reading
In this highly accessible book James and Dianne Murphy combine more than 50 years of experience to provide teachers with a thorough, easy to use introduction to the extensive research on reading and its effects on student achievement.
Tens of thousands of K-3 teachers have relied on this book--now revised and expanded with more than 50% new material--to plan and deliver effective literacy instruction tailored to each student's needs. The authors provide a detailed framework for implementing differentiated small-group instruction over multiweek cycles. Each component of the ......
The first in a series of 7 fun-filled activity books for children covers the first group of letter sounds. Jolly Phonics teaches children to read and write using synthetic phonics in a fun and engaging way. Each of these 36 page activity books for children aged 3+, includes 2 pages of stickers providing a range of fun activities for children to ......
Designed to follow on from the Jolly Phonics Pupil Books 1, 2 and 3, the Grammar 1 Pupil Book builds on the skills taught in Jolly Phonics, and introduces grammar and spelling rules to improve writing and reading comprehension.
The second in a series of 7 fun-filled activity books for children covers the first group of letter sounds. Jolly Phonics teaches children to read and write using synthetic phonics in a fun and engaging way. Each of these 36 page activity books for children aged 3+, includes 2 pages of stickers providing a range of fun activities for children to ......
The third in a series of 7 fun-filled activity books for children covers the first group of letter sounds. Jolly Phonics teaches children to read and write using synthetic phonics in a fun and engaging way. Each of these 36 page activity books for children aged 3+, includes 2 pages of stickers providing a range of fun activities for children to ......
Designed to follow on from the Jolly Phonics Pupil Books 1, 2 and 3, the Jolly Grammar Pupil Books build on the skills taught in Jolly Phonics, and introduce grammar, spelling and punctuation rules to improve writing and reading comprehension.
Games to Play & Sing with Children aged 3 to 7 144 Counting, Finger, Beanbag, Circle, Clapping, Skipping, Water,
Waldorf Games Handbook for the Early Years - Games to Play and Sing with Children aged 3 to 7 offers a handy guide to playing games with young children.
Jolly Grammar follows on from Jolly Phonics. Children are able to work through the Pupil Book and complete a variety of activities which develop key spelling and grammar skills.
Well established as a definitive text--and now revised and updated with eight new chapters--this book translates cutting-edge research into effective guidelines for teaching writing in grades K-12. Illustrated with vivid classroom examples, the book identifies the components of a complete, high-quality writing program. Leading experts provide ......
A collection of songs set to popular tunes for each of the 42 letter sounds. These songs are sung by children (in British English) on the audio CD. Perfect for use at home, one-to-one teaching or small groups. Also includes a spoken guide to all 42 letter sounds and alternative vowels. Games and activities are included in the 24 page book.
The sixth in a series of 7 fun-filled activity books for children covers the first group of letter sounds. Jolly Phonics teaches children to read and write using synthetic phonics in a fun and engaging way. Each of these 36 page activity books for children aged 3+, includes 2 pages of stickers providing a range of fun activities for children to ......
The seventh in a series of 7 fun-filled activity books for children covers the first group of letter sounds. Jolly Phonics teaches children to read and write using synthetic phonics in a fun and engaging way. Each of these 36 page activity books for children aged 3+, includes 2 pages of stickers providing a range of fun activities for children to ......
The fourth in a series of 7 fun-filled activity books for children covers the first group of letter sounds. Jolly Phonics teaches children to read and write using synthetic phonics in a fun and engaging way. Each of these 36 page activity books for children aged 3+, includes 2 pages of stickers providing a range of fun activities for children to ......
The fifth in a series of 7 fun-filled activity books for children covers the first group of letter sounds. Jolly Phonics teaches children to read and write using synthetic phonics in a fun and engaging way. Each of these 36 page activity books for children aged 3+, includes 2 pages of stickers providing a range of fun activities for children to ......
This practical book provides explicit instructions for teaching sentence-level skills to students who have difficulties in this area. The author explains the key role of sentence combining in the writing process and presents effective techniques for instruction and assessment. Numerous sample lessons, practice activities, planning tips, and ......
The complete set of 7 fun-filled activity books for children, each covering one group of letter sounds. Jolly Phonics teaches children to read and write using synthetic phonics in a fun and engaging way. Each of these 36 page activity books for children aged 3+, including 2 pages of stickers provide a range of fun activities for children to ......
Teacher's home education handbook for getting started
This homeschooling handbook offers resources for parents homeschooling with their children, by a teacher turned home-educator. Anna Dusseau explores the purpose of education, how children learn, the benefits of home education, key questions and activities for homeschooling to get started.
How to Feel Smart and in Control About Doing Mathematics with a Neurodiverse Brain
A collection of mathematical games, activities and curiosities to surprise and amuse children aged 7+, whilst providing learners with a grasp of fundamental concepts and techniques. This book can be used by anyone wanting to improve their maths, as well as those with dyscalculia or maths anxiety or other SLDs.
Create an attractive display teaching and reinforcing the 72 tricky words. As each tricky word is taught it can be placed around the tricky word hat. There are six sets, each with 12 tricky word flowers (13.5cm/5?across). Each of the six sets comes in a different colour to help children identify the word they want, when the flowers are displayed ......
Creative writing exercises for teaching students aged 8-11
This is a guide to teaching creative writing to primary school children aged 8-11. The 22 classroom-tested exercises encourage students to explore their emotions, their senses, and the world around them. Activities are designed to get children thinking about and describing what they see, hear, smell, taste and the thoughts which pass through ......
This accessible guide brings together well-known authorities to examine what reading fluency is and how it can best be taught. Teachers get a clear, practical roadmap for navigating the often confusing terrain of this crucial aspect of balanced literacy instruction. Innovative approaches to instruction and assessment are described and illustrated ......
This widely adopted text and K-8 practitioner resource demonstrates how successful literacy teachers combine explicit skills instruction with an emphasis on reading for meaning. Distinguished researcher Richard L. Allington builds on the late Michael Pressley's work to explain the theories and findings that guide balanced teaching and illustrate ......
Provides lesson plans for the students in elementary and middle school classroom who struggle with writing. This work includes lessons that: address types of writing that are key to academic success, such as writing reports and constructing essays for standardized tests; and help with each phase of the writing process, from planning to revising.
Effective Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning Difficulties
This book describes and explains a wide variety of techniques for helping students become better writers. The recommended writing strategies are good for all students, but are particularly helpful for children with learning disabilities and other struggling writers.
Jolly Phonics Our World nonfiction readers are fully decodable books for new readers. They have a very carefully controlled vocabulary and are specifically designed for children who are learning to read and write with Jolly Phonics.
Jolly Phonics Our World nonfiction readers are fully decodable books for new readers. They have a very carefully controlled vocabulary and are specifically designed for children who are learning to read and write with Jolly Phonics.