A New Trip Around the World, Grades K - 5

Author: Leland Graham
Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
ISBN: 1604185945
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
Take students in grades K–5 on a field trip without leaving the classroom using A New Trip Around the World. This 128-page book explores life in and geographical information and fun facts about Puerto Rico, Guatemala, Cuba, Peru, Chile, Spain, the United Kingdom, Norway, Iraq, Afghanistan, Ghana, and Morocco! The book enables students to discover the world through art projects, recipes, flags, maps, and language studies. This amazing classroom supplement supports NCSS and National Geography Standards.

Another Trip Around the World

Author: Leland Graham
Publisher: Carson Dellosa Education
ISBN: 9781594416484
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Explores life in Panama, Venezuela, Argentina, Antarctica, South Africa, Nigeria, Israel, Greece, Italy, France, Russia, and India. The section for each country contains basic information (area, population, flag description, etc.), fascinating facts (sports, education, wildlife, etc.), language activities, a worksheet, flag, map, and resource list.

A Trip Around the World

Author: Leland Graham
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780788152665
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 112

Book Description
Gives teachers and students the opportunity to explore life in Mexico, Brazil, Egypt, Kenya, Germany, The Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, China, Japan, Australia, Canada and the U.S. The section for each country contains basic information (area, population, flag descriptions, language, religion, etc.) fascinating facts (sports, education, wildlife, housing, history, etc.), language activities (colors, numbers, everyday expressions, etc.), recipes, classroom activities, flags, maps, a worksheet, and a resource list. Also, there are lists of expansion ideas for each type of activity provided in each country. Illustrated.

Parallel Curriculum Units for Grades K–5

Author: Marcia B. Imbeau
Publisher: Corwin Press
ISBN: 1452237999
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 281

Book Description
"This book is comprehensive, rich, and engaging. Quality teaching follows quality planning, and this is the resource you need for cutting-edge curriculum design." —Lynn Erickson, Curriculum Consultant Mill Creek, WA "I am delighted to incorporate this book into my graduate courses as I train teachers to design instruction that guides students through rigorous and authentic learning." —Thomas P. Hébert, Professor Department of Educational Psychology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA A powerful model for linking student learning to the world How would classrooms be different if curriculum could be qualitatively differentiated so that learners not only accumulate information, but also experience the power of knowledge? The empirically based Parallel Curriculum Model shows teachers how to create a meaningful, emotive, and engaging curriculum that helps children apply what they learn to their lives. Each chapter offers specific unit and lesson plans created by master elementary teachers that can be put into practice immediately. Included are field-tested and standards-based strategies that: Focus on parallel themes in literacy, science, mathematics, and social studies Help students deepen knowledge, think metaphorically, solve problems, and identify with subject matter Challenge all learners according to their interests and abilities Create authentic, joyful, and active student involvement All students should have the opportunity to benefit from multifaceted learning experiences, and this inspiring book gives educators the methods to make it happen. The text is rich with vignettes, visuals, samples, reproducibles, and assessment tools. The possibilities are unlimited!

Integrating the Performing Arts in Grades K–5

Author: Rekha S. Rajan
Publisher: Corwin Press
ISBN: 1452279764
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 241

Book Description
Enhance the learning experience by integrating the performing arts Research documents that the performing arts boost learning, build confidence, and motivate students to participate in class. How do we leverage these benefits in the current age of accountability? Rekha S. Rajan offers a practical solution with standards-aligned, concrete examples that show how to integrate the performing arts into math, science, social studies, and language arts. Key features include: Step-by-step examples of how to include the performing arts in all aspects of the curriculum Ways to impact students' learning in the cognitive, social, and artistic domains Activities that can be implemented immediately and easily Standards-based lesson plans

Promoting a Global Community Through Multicultural Children's Literature

Author: Stan Steiner
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313010080
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 202

Book Description
You will find this book invaluable for teaching students the beauties of diversity and for building understanding of cultures from around the world. This book features more than 800 titles, both single volume and series, selected for their multicultural content and compelling reflections of the social issues of diverse cultures. The more than 100 interdisciplinary application strategies for titles range from reading aloud with follow-up discussions to social activism. Fully indexed by author and title, this guide includes Web sites for literature integration, contact information, a discussion of the benefits of multicultural literature, and suggestions for further reading. The perfect guide for introducing students to other cultures and customs.

Strategies for Teaching Science: Levels K-5

Author: Barbara Houtz
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 142589447X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 378

Book Description
Developed for grades K-5, this rich resource provides teachers with practical strategies to enhance science instruction. Strategies and model lessons are provided in each of the following overarching topics: inquiry and exploration, critical thinking and questioning, real-world applications, integrating the content areas and technology, and assessment. Research-based information and management techniques are also provided to support teachers as they implement the strategies within this resource. This resource supports core concepts of STEM instruction.

Combinatorics

Author: Peter J. Cameron
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 110739337X
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 372

Book Description
Combinatorics is a subject of increasing importance, owing to its links with computer science, statistics and algebra. This is a textbook aimed at second-year undergraduates to beginning graduates. It stresses common techniques (such as generating functions and recursive construction) which underlie the great variety of subject matter and also stresses the fact that a constructive or algorithmic proof is more valuable than an existence proof. The book is divided into two parts, the second at a higher level and with a wider range than the first. Historical notes are included which give a wider perspective on the subject. More advanced topics are given as projects and there are a number of exercises, some with solutions given.

The Boy's Own Annual

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Adventure stories, English
Languages : en
Pages : 964

Book Description

Informal Learning and Field Trips

Author: Leah M. Melber
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1632200066
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 262

Book Description
Turn every field trip into a high-quality learning experience! What youngster isn't excited at the prospect of taking a field trip? Enthusiastic students present teachers with the ideal scenario for creating meaningful out-of-the-classroom encounters and giving students the building blocks to help them become active participants in their own educational process. This resource helps educators take full advantage of off-site educational opportunities by developing lessons that connect informal learning with content standards. Based on constructivist philosophy and inquiry-based learning, the book provides numerous sample lesson plans and technology tips, and includes: • Learner-centered activities for language arts, math, science, social studies, and fine art • Ways to support English Language Learners and special education students • Guidelines for developing corresponding classroom activities • Strategies for building partnerships with informal learning sites • Methods for bringing museum-type activities into the classroom when a trip is not possible Field trips turn the whole world into a classroom. Informal Learning and Field Trips helps enrich students' lives as they explore the world outside the school grounds and gives teachers a prime opportunity to revitalize the learning experience.