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Pub. Date
2015
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Use this book of hands-on learning exercises to help teach older elementary kids creative writing in a workshop format. The booklet lays out interactive brainstorming and story forming exercises to get children engaged, overcome their shyness or nerves, and actually start writing in the course of one hour and a half long workshop. Exercises and tips are based on two workshop sessions, but teachers may adapt the material as needed to fit their timeframes....
8) What your third grader needs to know: fundamentals of a good third-grade education (revised edition)
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Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
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"A revised and updated edition of the bestselling definitive Core Knowledge guide for parents and teachers of third grade-age children, featuring all new full-color photographs and illustrations and revised material"--
Author
Pub. Date
[1998]
Description
Offering an exciting way to teach abstract concepts of geography and culture through concrete art activities, this book of fun, easy-to-do art activities uses collage, painting, drawing, printing, construction and sculpture to educate children. Step-by-step instructions and illustrations are given for each project. A series of crafts that vary in difficulty, are arranged by continent, & explore the world's different cultures & habitats.
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2014-
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The information presented in the Summary Report for Online Schools and Programs includes an examination of data focusing on online school performance in comparison to state averages, enrollment trends, accountability ratings of online schools and post-secondary work force readiness. The data examined in the Summary Report is comprised of information collected by various Colorado Department of Education data collections for online schools that have...
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Pub. Date
2004.
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The study examines state-level policies on K-12 online learning. It provides information on specific topics of K-12 online learning policy and practice as well as analysis and discussion of the issues. 11 states were chosen for this study, including: California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Wisconsin.
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Pub. Date
[2013]
Description
In "Free to Learn," developmental psychologist Peter Gray argues that in order to foster children who will thrive in today s constantly changing world, we must entrust them to steer their own learning and development. Drawing on evidence from anthropology, psychology, and history, he demonstrates that free play is the primary means by which children learn to control their lives, solve problems, get along with peers, and become emotionally resilient....
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Pub. Date
2016.
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A photocopiable resource to build confidence and self-esteem in children aged 5-11. It includes a collection of stories that each form a lesson plan covering issues such as body image and peer pressure. Each story is designed to be shared with the class, and there are a range of follow-up activities to reiterate the messages being taught.Show Less
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