teaching

" ... delivers ... strategies for equipping learners across all grades and subjects with the motivation and critical thinking skills to thrive in [a] high-tech [society]"--Amazon.com.

Describes the characteristics of "legendary" teachers--the memorable teachers who make real differences in students' lives--discussing expectations, communication, classroom organization, and motivation.

Describes a teaching strategy that allows educators to encourage the learning abilities of their students, discussing the psychology of learning and how it relates to daily teaching, ways to identify and overcome problems in the classroom environment, and more.

Provides an introduction to psychological research in transfer of learning, offering instruction to educators on how to help students develop the ability to apply past learning to present problems.

Designed to help children connect with another environment by illuminating our ties to the tropical rain forests of the world.

Presents a collection of eleven qualities that make up exceptional teachers, parents, and students through personal interviews from across the country and provides suggestions on how to incorporate these qualities into the classroom.

Contains 13 self-contained and portable centers that students can use to practice their writing skills.

A collection of low-cost activities designed to help school leaders promote staff appreciation and recognition and create a positive, upbeat work environment for teachers.