This book represents several schools of thought within this area (e.g., Constraints-Led Approach; Game Sense; Positive Pedagogy; Tactical Games Model) and brings together the diversity and richness of the field into a sense of coherence. Volume provides a complete picture of the field of games and sport teaching. Presents theories as a lens (not the lens) on the world of games and sport teaching coaching to help develop thinking players There is currently no recently published comparative book.

This book represents several schools of thought within this area (e.g., Constraints-Led Approach; Game Sense; Positive Pedagogy; Tactical Games Model) and brings together the diversity and richness of the field into a sense of coherence. Volume provides a complete picture of the field of games and sport teaching. Presents theories as a lens (not the lens) on the world of games and sport teaching coaching to help develop thinking players There is currently no recently published comparative book.

This professional learning programme for Key Stage 2 mathematics teaching is grounded in the latest research on the characteristics of effective professional development. The materials help teachers: - deepen their content knowledge for important mathematical concepts in their grade - increase their understanding of how students learn these mathematical ideas - use their knowledge to develop effective lessons and improve instruction - enhance their collaboration skills. The mathematical content of Teaching by Design in Mathematics matches content topics in number and operations identified for each grade by the NCTM Curriculum Focal Points. The culminating activity of the programme is the co-creation of a prototype lesson which is taught to students by team members; the team then investigates the impact of the lesson on student learning. The cycle of investigating, planning, teaching, observing, debriefing, and revising a lesson together contributes to a climate of continuous professional learning.

Strengthen your mathematics lessons through collaborative planningTeaching by Design in Elementary Mathematics is a series of comprehensive professional development guides that help teachers investigate how students learn. Grounded in the latest research, this book is one of three volumes focused on grade-appropriate number and operations topics aligned with the Common Core State Standards. The capstone activity of each book guides the group through the co-creation and implementation of a prototype lesson. The teacher teams then evaluate the impact of the lesson on student learning and work together to revise it for maximum effectiveness. Through the process, teachers develop: Deeper content knowledge of important mathematical concepts Improved understanding of how students learn these mathematical ideas A stronger foundation for developing effective lessons and improving instructionEnhanced collaboration skillsEach volume includes a large assortment of reproducible handouts as well as built-in facilitation notes. Teachers will also find helpful resources that address the issue of finding time for school-based professional development and teacher collaboration.

- Will ten-year-old Emma and her family be able to keep a dog that is afraid of almost everything? Ginger is fearful. She hides in bushes and refuses to eat. Based on a true story, this tells about Ginger's journey from a shelter to a loving home. Adopting Ginger is a story about compassion, cooperation and responsibility. Linda Griffin, MS, retired teacher and author has written her first children's book, "Adopting Ginger." The delightful illustrations were done by her talented fourteen-year-old niece Iliana Weinbaum. "Children relate to the sweetness and simplicity of Iliana's watercolor drawings," said Ms. Griffin. The book is a must read for any family adopting a dog. What will Ginger's new family do? It is a story that dog lovers of all ages will enjoy. Ginger was adopted at the SPCA of Westchester by Ms.Griffin's daughter and son-in-law. "I wrote Adopting Ginger because I felt it was a heartwarming story that had to be told." Ms.Griffin wants people to know how important it is to give shelter dogs time to adjust "Families will be rewarded for their kindness and patience by having a loyal and loving pet. Shelter dogs make the best pets ... their unique DNA creates a one-of-a-kind canine treasure " "Bringing a dog into your home is a big commitment, and that's why I included questions for families and school groups to use as a springboard for a discussion," stated Ms. Griffin. "Adopting Ginger raises awareness about how animals should be treated and the joy that comes from loving a pet." Adopting Ginger is a page-turner and educational as well. For readers ages 8 to 12 For listening ages 5 and up and dog lovers of all ages

A MUST READ FOR PARENTS, PARENTS-TO-BE AND EDUCATORS OF YOUNG CHILDREN What makes My Child Won't Listen...and other early childhood problems different from other books about parenting is the experience Linda Griffin brings to writing it. This is an upbeat, practical, no-nonsense, book filled with real-life examples of child behavior that she witnessed during her teaching career. The vignettes in the book are representative of the most common problems that Ms.Griffin experienced through the years. This is a book for parents, educators, and other professionals who work with children and want strategies that work. Learn how to help young children settle their differences in a productive way. Learn what to do with a picky eater, and why "time out" alone doesn't change behavior. Find out the best way to talk to your child's teacher, and the reasons a bright child may be getting poor grades. Discover how to end the "scenes" in a supermarket or interrupted phone conversations. Do you know if you are a difficult parent? You'll find out in the chapter The Difficult Parent - a guide for children. It's sure to bring a smile to your face. My Child Won't Listen...and other early childhood problems is a small book that is packed with insight, guidance and humor.

This professional learning programme for Key Stage 3 mathematics teaching is grounded in the latest research on the characteristics of effective professional development. The materials help teachers: - deepen their content knowledge for important mathematical concepts in their grade - increase their understanding of how students learn these mathematical ideas - use their knowledge to develop effective lessons and improve instruction - enhance their collaboration skills. The mathematical content of Teaching by Design in Mathematics matches content topics in number and operations identified for each grade by the NCTM Curriculum Focal Points. The culminating activity of the programme is the co-creation of a prototype lesson which is taught to students by team members; the team then investigates the impact of the lesson on student learning. The cycle of investigating, planning, teaching, observing, debriefing, and revising a lesson together contributes to a climate of continuous professional learning.