instructional and educational works

"This book helps teachers launch and maintain effective book club experiences in grades 2 through 6, by highlighting assessment and instructional practices that support the dual goals of stronger comprehension (thinking) and better conversations (talk)"--Provided by publisher.

"Literacy advocates Donalyn Miller and Colby Sharp follow the lifecycle of Sharp's classroom library across the year, showing us practical ways to support young reader--from weeding the collection before kids arrive and to matching them with books they want to read, to evaluating and supporting their growth as they become increasingly independent readers"--OCLC.

"Dan Feigelson refocuses reading and writing conferences to help all students reach their full potential. His practical approach centers on active listening--an equitable way to listen to, learn from, and guide students. His book is packed with sample conferences, if/then strategies, rubrics, and tips for starting conferences and keeping them going"--Provided by publisher.

"Featuring reflective activities and lesson ideas that can be adapted for educational settings from higher education to the K-12 spectrum, community centers, and libraries, this resource presents ten chapters that explore such timely issues as how to deal with controversial topics in the classroom, the effects of misinformation/disinformation on civics in society, why the media underrepresents certain people in their programming, the digital divide and where libraries fit in, how injustice exacerbates public health issues, and global conceptions of social justice and media literacy examined through various world events"--Provided by publisher.

"Offers educators practical strategies for setting up an ESL-friendly classroom, motivating and interacting with students, communicating with parents of English learners, and navigating the challenges inherent in teaching ESL students. Offers thematic units complete with reproducible forms and worksheets, sample lesson plans, and sample student assignments. The book's ESL lessons connect to core standards and technology applications"--Provided by publisher.

"Education leaders from around the country share their thoughts through essays that explore topics such as: how to achieve equity for all students; creating equity awareness in teachers; working with families and communities to close the opportunity gap; setting high expectations to raise academic achievement; and more"--Provided by publisher.

"[This book] makes legal concepts related to United States copyright law understandable to educators. A staple on reference shelves, it has now been updated with . . . court rulings and technology applications"--Provided by publisher.

Contains a collection of eighty-five craft, science, and cooking projects that help develop cognitive, physical, and social-emotional skills. Features illustrations, numbered instructions, and icons representing key skills.

"This book helps school librarians establish a positive classroom environment and engage students when communicating with and teaching K-12 students"--Provided by publisher.

"... shows how to use yoga and movement to create playful, active storytimes ..."--Amazon.