teachers

"Why just "sit and get" professional development when you can take charge of it? Schools nationwide are using professional learning communities to revitalize staff development, and Literacy Learning Communities shows you how to adapt this powerful framework to target the literacy strengths and needs of students in secondary schools. Whether you're an administrator, a staff developer, or a member of a teacher-study group, Literacy Learning Communities shows you how to make LLCs happen, why they work, and how to get the most from them."--BOOK JACKET.

A teenage girl's driving ambition to be a writer prevents her from forming normal friendships. A favorite teacher tries to help her.

Contains animated versions of four children's stories about teachers and students, including "Teacher from the Black Lagoon," "Gym Teacher from the Black Lagoon," "Librarian from the Black Lagoon," and "Shrinking Violet.".