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This book outlines how good teaching of primary geography can extend children's world awareness and help them make connections between their environmental and geographical experiences. Chapters offer guidance on important learning and teaching issues as well as the use and creation of resources from the school environment to the global context. It covers all the key topics in primary geography including: understanding places physical and human geography environmental sustainability learning outside the classroom global issues citizenship and social justice. Summaries, classroom examples and practical and reflective tasks are included throughout to foster understanding and support the effective teaching of primary geography.
There's so much to see up here on the street, but it's even more interesting under our feet! This informative title looks at our ancestors, and what their ancient bones tell us about the living, breathing people they were. From stone age man to a terracotta army, we know ourselves because we know the people under our feet.
Prepare IB learners to achieve and progress. Developed directly with the IB for the revised syllabus first examined 2019, this Course Book fully supports all the SL and HL themes. Integrating concept-based learning and with even more support for EAL learners, this text helps you truly deliver the IB approach to learning Geography. Fully support the revised syllabus for first examination 2019, developed directly with the IB. Engage learners with topical case studies they can instantly relate to the world around them. Get the best from your EAL students with straightforward language and integrated definitions. Simplify complex ideas and develop conceptual awareness with a focused, concept-based approach. Build assessment potential, with assessment support that secures the essential exam foundations. Supporting Study Guide fully prepares learners to succeed in IB assessment. Covers all the core and optional themes for SL and HL. This pack includes one print Course Book and one online Course Book. The online Course Book will be available on Oxford Education Bookshelf until 2025. Access is facilitated via a unique code, which is sent in the mail. The code must be linked to an email address, creating a user account. Access may be transferred once to a new user, once the initial user no longer requires access. You will need to contact your local Educational Consultant to arrange this.
Debates in Geography Education encourages early career teachers, experienced teachers and teacher educators to engage with and reflect on key issues, concepts and debates. It aims to enable readers to reach their own informed judgements with deeper theoretical knowledge and understanding. The second edition is fully updated in light of the latest research, policy and practice in the field, as well as key changes to the curriculum and examination specifications. Expert contributors provide a range of perspectives on international, historical and policy contexts in order to deepen our understanding of significant debates in geography education. Key debates include: geography's identity as an academic discipline; what constitutes knowledge in geography; places and regional geography; what it means to think geographically; constructing the curriculum; how we link assessment to making progress in geography; the contribution of fieldwork and outdoor experiences; technology and the use of Geographical Information; school geography and employability; understanding the gap between school and university geography; evidence-based practice and research in geography education. The comprehensive, rigorous coverage of these key issues, together with carefully annotated selected further reading, will help support and shape further research and writing. Debates in Geography Education is a key resource that is essential reading for all teachers and researches who wish to extend their grasp of the place of geography in education. Mark Jones is Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of the West of England, Bristol, UK David Lambert is Professor of Geography Education at UCL Institute of Education, London, UK
Explore some of the busiest and most vibrant cities around the world and learn about their iconic landmarks. Visually striking full-color imagery and simple text features will bring each city to life in this engaging new series.
Various objects, places, people, and animals associated with the state of Missouri are presented in short rhymes with added commentary and are used to illustrate the alphabet.
This book supports the UK's primary trainees in their learning and teaching approach to the core humanities subjects: geography, history, and religion. It promotes an integrated approach to these subject areas and encourages trainees to reflect on the links between subjects, across the curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage through to Key Stage 2. The second edition has been updated to incorporate the revised Professional Standards for the Award of Qualified Teacher Status and addresses key UK initiatives, such as Excellence and Enjoyment, Every Child Matters, and the Primary National Strategy for Literacy and Mathematics.
Let's take a trip into the woods to see what we can see There's bugs and birds and animals all living in a tree. Fuzzy moss and splashy streams mud and sticks and stones Underneath a rotting log the mushrooms make their home. So pick up your binoculars and won't you come with me Let's all explore the forest - we'll be home in time for tea|Let's take a trip into the woods to see what we can see There's bugs and birds and animals all living in a tree. Fuzzy moss and splashy streams mud and sticks and stones Underneath a rotting log the mushrooms make their home. So pick up your binoculars and won't you come with me Let's all explore the forest - we'll be home in time for tea
Embed geographical and critical thinking skills for the latest Cambridge IGCSE, IGCSE 9-1 and O Level (0460/0976/2217) syllabuses, with Complete Geography, from examiners David Kelly and Muriel Fretwell. This new edition is fully aligned with the latest syllabus, and contains a comprehensive mapping grid so you can be sure of complete support. Encourage students to think critically and apply theory in context with updated, globally relevant case studies, covering topics such as migration in Europe to a tropical cyclone in Fiji. Integrated questions throughout embed exam confidence and develop vital skills such as map reading and photo interpretation. Support every learner with clear language and visual aides. This pack includes one print Student Book and one online Student Book. The online Student Book will be available on Oxford Education Bookshelf until 2028. Access is facilitated via a unique code, which is sent in the mail. The code must be linked to an email address, creating a user account. Access may be transferred once to a new user, once the initial user no longer requires access. You will need to contact your local Educational Consultant to arrange this.
Join Hydro Hero, Creature Keeper, The Incredible Smog, and Super Binman in their quest to save the planet from the actions of the humans that came before them. From their ocean-based headquarters, Trashy Island, these four heroes are fighting to protect us--but they need some help. Put your planet-protecting skills to the test with quizzes and questions and find out if you have what it takes to join the Planet Protectors.
Information about the state of Georgia is presented in an alphabetical arrangement.
This is the second in a series of four full-colour information books on the theme of Oceans. The books have been carefully created to make information accessible to young readers. Large, exciting photographs draw readers into the text and get them thinking about the topic. The books are ideal for school libraries and for topic work. They can also be used to supplement the Go Facts: Oceans Starter Pack which includes a photocopiable Teaching Guide full of inspirational guided reading and guided writing lesson plans using the information books. The content, layout, language and writing style of the books will help pupils to learn and understand the structures and conventions of nonfiction writing.
Janice VanCleave’s A+ Projects in Earth Science The newest volume in the bestselling A+ Science Projects series! Are you having a hard time coming up with a good idea for the science fair? Do you want to earn extra credit in your science class? Or do you just want to know more about how the world around you works? Janice VanCleave’s A+ Projects in Earth Science can help you—and the best part is, it won’t involve any complicated or expensive equipment. This step-by-step project book explores 30 different topics and offers dozens of experiment ideas. The book also includes lots of charts, diagrams, and illustrations. Here are just a few of the topics you’ll be investigating: • Rocks and minerals • Meteorology • Oceanography • Plate tectonics • Air fronts • The greenhouse effect You’ll be amazed how easy it is to turn your own ideas into winning science fair projects! Also available: Janice VanCleave’s A+ Projects in Biology Janice VanCleave’s A+ Projects in Chemistry
Welcome to South Africa! Learn more about the people, places and traditions of this diverse African country and test your understanding with the comprehension questions.
The SEND Code of Practice (2015) reinforced the requirement that all teachers must meet the needs of all learners. This topical book provides practical, tried and tested strategies and resources that will support teachers in making geography lessons accessible and interesting for all pupils, including those with special needs. The author draws on a wealth of experience to share her understanding of individual needs and show how the geography teacher can reduce or remove any barriers to learning. Offering strategies that are specific to the context of geography teaching, this book will enable teachers to: ensure all pupils are able to participate in every lesson; provide inclusive fieldwork opportunities that take into consideration the needs of all pupils; use formative assessments to measure learning and inform planning; plan the classroom layout and display to enhance learning; successfully use the support of their teaching assistants. An invaluable tool for continuing professional development, this text will be essential for middle school and secondary geography teachers (and their teaching assistants) who are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment for all pupils, regardless of their individual needs. The book will also be of interest to SENCOs and inclusion managers, curriculum co-ordinators, senior management teams and ITT providers. Full of practical ideas and inspiration, and supported by free online resources, this is an essential tool for geography teachers and teaching assistants who want to deliver successful, inclusive lessons for all pupils.
The text and the exciting range of pictures provide up to date information about all aspects of Nigeria, and readers are encouraged to spot similarities and differences between Nigeria and other countries they know. There are Nigerian words and phrases to say, recipes to cook, and quizzes to try, to find out about famous Nigerian people. The book is also a useful resource to support the National Curriculum in Citizenship, Geography, History and Religious Education at Key Stages 2 and 3. Young people from age 8 to the end of secondary school will be able to engage with this delightful book, which provides detailed information about all aspects of Nigeria, including its geography, peoples, ways of life, language, politics and economics. Particular features of the book are its detailed, interesting maps; variety and wealth of photographs; 'word check' glossary lists on every double page; questions inviting readers to interact with the information and research their own country; an illustrated Date list and, an index and entertaining quizzes, which allow readers to learn about Nigerians who are respected for their work in many different spheres. The book also makes a very informative children's travel book on Nigeria.
Develop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to Individuals and societies, presented in global contexts. * Develop conceptual understanding with key MYP concepts and related concepts at the heart of each chapter. * Learn by asking questions for a statement of inquiry in each chapter. * Prepare for every aspect of assessment using support and tasks designed by experienced educators. * Understand how to extend your learning through research projects and interdisciplinary opportunities. * Think internationally with chapters and concepts set in global contexts.
Feeling lost when it comes to maps? With this fun and informative series, you'll soon know exactly where you are when it comes to maps and mapping! What is a map? What are maps used for? How do you read a map? Find your way to the answers and take a journey into mapping as you learn how to make your own maps of everything from your school, your town, your country, even the whole world!
2009 recipient of the Geological Association of Canada Neale Medal
The new edition of the Oxford International Student's Atlas is the ideal atlas for secondary school students. It includes stunning satelite images alongside mapping to aid understanding, country data, and easy-to-read colourful mapping, presented in an accessible visual layout based on research into how students use maps. It covers key themes such as earthquakes and volcanoes, climate and climate change, economic activity, development, and globalisation. It provides comprehensive coverage of each continent and the world. It is the ideal atlas for students to use on exam courses, and is perfectly suited to Cambridge IGCSE (R) Geography and Cambridge International AS and A Level Geography courses. The Oxford International Student's Atlas is supported by the Oxford International Student's Atlas Skills Workbook - a fill-in skills workbook ideal for the classroom and homework.
Intermediate mapwork made easy is part of Heinemann's mapwork made easy series. All mapwork skills required in the intermediate phase are covered in this title. Each skill is taught separately, consolidated and then combined with others in new applications. Concepts are explained and illustrated and the examples used are drawn from up-to-date South African situations. The material for the title was successfully used by a range of teachers, student teachers and learners across the country. |
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