A thinking student is an engaged student Teachers often find it difficult to implement lessons that help students go beyond rote memorization and repetitive calculations. In fact, institutional norms and habits that permeate all classrooms can actually be enabling "non-thinking" student behavior. Sparked by observing teachers struggle to implement rich mathematics tasks to engage students in deep thinking, Peter Liljedahl has translated his 15 years of research into this practical guide on how to move toward a thinking classroom. Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Grades K-12 helps teachers implement 14 optimal practices for thinking that create an ideal setting for deep mathematics learning to occur. This guide Provides the what, why, and how of each practice and answers teachers' most frequently asked questions Includes firsthand accounts of how these practices foster thinking through teacher and student interviews and student work samples Offers a plethora of macro moves, micro moves, and rich tasks to get started Organizes the 14 practices into four toolkits that can be implemented in order and built on throughout the year When combined, these unique research-based practices create the optimal conditions for learner-centered, student-owned deep mathematical thinking and learning, and have the power to transform mathematics classrooms like never before.

School-university partnerships have the potential to greatly benefit teaching and learning in PK-12 environments, as well as educator preparation programs. This collaboration is advantageous to teachers, counselors, and administrators. Professional Development Schools and Transformative Partnerships provides a comprehensive look at the design, implementation, and impact of educational initiatives between schools and universities. Including cases and research on existing collaborations, this publication addresses barriers and trends in order to provide direction for successful partnerships in the future. This book is an essential reference source for educational leaders in colleges, schools, and departments of education, as well as leaders of PK-12 schools.

This maths scheme is written specifically for Scotland to help implement the recommendations from Improving Mathematics Education 5-14. It provides an increasing pace of progression; end of level assessment; oral and mental calculation; integral homework; and support for planning.

Edexcel's own Student Book for the new 2009 Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics specification. Provides complete coverage of the 2009 Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics specification. Attractive, full-colour design and engaging features makes the title accessible for every student. Contains exam practice throughout, with revision questions and practice exam questions. Linked to additional online material for students and teachers, provided by Edexcel, ensuring that you have as much support as possible. Full answers to the Student Book questions are available to teachers and parents by emailing [email protected] (for UK teachers and parents) or [email protected] (for all other teachers and parents).

Comprehensive coverage of the specification with a real focus on both process skills and practice. Suitable for use at either Key Stage 3 or 4, so teachers can teach the way they want to. Maths topic-based chapters build confidence with Functional questions and link to the GCSE. Packed with sources and graphics to bring maths into the real world.

Creating confident readers. With our unique step-by-step lessons, children gain confidence in their comprehension skills, so they are eager to read more! Our Reading Workbooks use a combination of phonics and whole-language instruction to make reading feel effortless. By mastering grade-appropriate vocabulary and completing fun, colorful exercises, children discover that they love to read!

Target Grade 7 workbooks build skills from Grade 6 and extend into Grade 8 to catch up, keep up and make expected progress in GCSE (9-1) Mathematics. Target's unique approach tackles the key misconceptions and barriers identified at each grade level to build essential exam skills for success. Each unit breaks down mathematical concepts into the core components to tackle misunderstandings at the root, add depth to knowledge and build confidence. After checking their basic knowledge and boosting skills, students can test their knowledge with exam-style questions and problem-solving exercises. The workbooks also includes a glossary, useful formulae and an answers section to support independent working both in and out of the classroom. Exam Board: Pearson Edexcel Level: GCSE (9-1) Subject: Mathematics First Teaching: September 2015 First Exams: June 2017 Part of the Target Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Mathematics series: Target Grade 3 Algebra and Shape Target Grade 3 Number and Statistics Target Grade 5 Number and Algebra Target Grade 5 Shape and Statistics Target Grade 7 Algebra and Shape Target Grade 7 Numbers and Statistics Target Grade 9 Algebra Target Grade 9 Algebraic Techniques, Shape and Statistics Target workbooks make the perfect partner to the GCSE (9-1) Revise! series.

Abacus is a unique maths toolkit for inspiring a love of maths and ensuring progression for every child. Written by an expert author team, it has been carefully crafted on a robust approach to creating inspired and confident young mathematicians. Year 5 Mastery Checkpoints 40 short activities, to be used throughout the school year Designed to help you check mastery of key concepts straight after teaching, enabling quick intervention for those children who need it 'Have you mastered...?' questions aim to assess mastery of the relevant outcome 'Champions' Challenge' questions aim to assess whether some children have achieved mastery with greater depth 'My Learning' pages provide opportunities for children to reflect on their learning

Study & Master Geography Grade 11 has been especially developed by an experienced author team according to the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS). This new and easy-to-use course helps learners to master essential content and skills in Geography. The comprehensive Learner's Book includes: includes hundreds of good-quality maps, photographs and diagrams in full colour offers current and relevant content explains key concepts and geographical terms in accessible language includes over 150 activities that develop learners' skills and understanding provides for frequent consolidation in its Review and Exam Preparation sections. It also provides an innovative Teacher's File."

More than 125 favourite number puzzles and activities make this collection an excellent gift for any occasion, and perfect for busy families on the go. With easy-to-tear-off pages, the puzzles can be shared with a large group at a birthday party, in the classroom, or for sleepovers and playdates. Nobody does puzzles like Highlights! With fun and engaging number puzzles with varied levels of complexity, this jumbo pad is sure to challenge, entertain, and delight kids who can't get enough of numbers. Kids of every ability will find their favourite puzzles including logic puzzles, codes, mazes, and many more that will stretch their minds and help them discover new strengths and interests.

Study & Master English First Additional Language has been especially developed by an experienced author team according to the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS). The colourful Core Reader includes: * stories, poems and interesting information texts, carefully selected to stimulate a love of reading * original artwork by well-known illustrators Grades 4, 5 & 6 in the English series include a comprehensive Learner's Book and an innovative Teacher's Guide.

The English workbook educator guide is a resource written to support the teaching in The English Workbook series.

The workbooks, designed to improve and develop learners’ literacy skills, consist of ten units of work, each focused on one of the following writing formats: procedures, recounts, expositions, narratives and reports.

Each unit includes:

• Learner analysis of writing form, speaking and listening, group and individual activities, literal, inferential and applied comprehension questions, vocabulary development and extension, spelling strategies and rules practice
• Specific language features of the particular text, such as proper nouns, imperative verbs and punctuation, clearly and concisely explained with practice exercises
• Writing activities focussed on specific writing skills related to the particular genre. Writing topics are set with planning proformas and editing and proofreading checklists. Learner evaluation is included.

The English workbook educator guide is a resource written to support the teaching in The English Workbook series.

The workbooks, designed to improve and develop learners’ literacy skills, consist of ten units of work, each focused on one of the following writing formats: procedures, recounts, expositions, narratives and reports.

Each unit includes:

• Learner analysis of writing form, speaking and listening, group and individual activities, literal, inferential and applied comprehension questions, vocabulary development and extension, spelling strategies and rules practice
• Specific language features of the particular text, such as proper nouns, imperative verbs and punctuation, clearly and concisely explained with practice exercises
• Writing activities focussed on specific writing skills related to the particular genre. Writing topics are set with planning proformas and editing and proofreading checklists. Learner evaluation is included.

SHM Activity Books: Provide written records of pupils' work to aid AiFL. Reinforce fluency of number facts and mental calculation strategies through structured development of each topic. Provide topic assessments.

Liplekker leesdinge (Vlak 5) is een van die titels in die KABV goedgekeurde Kroonsteen-leesreeks van Best Books. Die reeks is ontwikkel op ses leesvlakke vir leerders in die Intermediere Fase (graad 4 tot 6) en bestaan uit altesaam 18 leesboeke wat fiksie en nie-fiksie leesstof insluit. Liplekker leesdinge bevat verskeie soorte niefiksie tekste soos koerantberigte, e-posse, boodskappe, boek resensies, pamflette, uitnodigings, advertensies, plakkate, tongknopers, raaisels, grappies, ensovoorts, wat leerders gaande oor lees gaan maak. Die begeleidende vrae, woordverklarings en taal pret het ten doel om die betekenis van die tekste maklik te ontsluit sodat leerders begrip, genot en waardering vir Afrikaans kan ontwikkel en hul leesvaardigheid bevorder. Die Boek 3-reeks bevat ses bundels: Liplekker leesdinge – Vlak 1 (Graad 4); Liplekker leesdinge – Vlak 2 (Graad 4); Liplekker leesdinge – Vlak 3 (Graad 5); Liplekker leesdinge – Vlak 4 (Graad 5); Liplekker leesdinge – Vlak 5 (Graad 6); Liplekker leesdinge – Vlak 6 (Graad 6).

Abacus is a unique maths toolkit for inspiring a love of maths and ensuring progression for every child. Written by an expert author team, it has been carefully crafted on a robust approach to creating inspired and confident young mathematicians. Year 4 Mastery Checkpoints 37 short activities, to be used throughout the school year Designed to help you check mastery of key concepts straight after teaching, enabling quick intervention for those children who need it 'Have you mastered...?' questions aim to assess mastery of the relevant outcome 'Champions' Challenge' questions aim to assess whether some children have achieved mastery with greater depth 'My Learning' pages provide opportunities for children to reflect on their learning

Aim higher with BBC Bitesize revision BBC Bitesize revision resources help you to break your revision up into manageable "bite-sized" chunks, aiding planning and time management. They also act as a structured pathway to the BBC Bitesize website, with links on the pages to videos, learner guides, worked examples and quizzes, BBC Bitesize gives you a richer, fuller, more varied and effective revision experience. Kick-start your revision with quick quizzes. Make every minute count with timed, bite-sized chunks of exam-style practice. Find your way through tricky questions with signposted support, hints and tips. Refresh your knowledge with direct links to the BBC Bitesize website. Matched to the AQA GCSE (9-1) Mathematics Higher specification.

Facto is dreaming in a nice cosy hollow among the roots of on the Wonder Tree. He waits to learn from the Flixies about the last two groups that successfully managed to master life on land – birds and mammals… and he can’t believe what he hears!