learning

"Demonstrates exactly how to integrate and implement Guided Inquiry Design (GID) theory into practice. Answers the needs of teachers and librarians who are seeking actual lesson plans using the GID concepts specifically at the 6th-8th grade levels"--Provided by publisher.

Provides twenty educational techniques to maximize retention and minimize forgetting in students of all ages. Techniques are drawn from both neuroscientific research and learning style theory and are described step-by-step for immediate classroom use. Includes information on how to incorporate interactive fun to existing lessons, including field trips, games, humor, music, and more.

A guide to learning and memory and how one can apply it to their own lives.

AJ and his classmates are convinced that new school librarian, Mrs. Roopy, has multiple personality disorder because she keeps pretending to be famous people.

A boy and his dog learn about each other, go to school to learn more, then explore the world around them as they study science, geography and even foreign languages together.

When boring Mr. Loring retires, A.J.'s class gets a new music teacher who raps, break-dances, and thinks he has what it takes to become a famous musician.

A collection of four stories in which, from A.J.'s perspective, something weird is always going on at his school.

"[In A to Z format, this book] describes 26 unique ways that students learn. Each chapter offers a ... breakdown of one way people learn, how it works, how we know it works, how and when to use it, and what mistakes to avoid ... Covers learning theories ranging from behaviorism (R is for reward) to cognitive psychology (S is for self-explanation) to social psychology (O is for observation)"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses how the brain works and how to treat it well, including getting enough exercise and sleep, how to learn effectively, and how the brain evolved, and presents twelve principles for optimum brain performance at work, home, and school.