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The Teaching of Science in Primary Schools

The Teaching of Science in Primary Schools

Now in a fully updated seventh edition The Teaching of Science in Primary Schools provides essential information for students trainee and practising teachers about the why what and how of teaching primary science. Paying particular attention to inquiry-based teaching and learning the book recognises the challenges of teaching science and provides suggestions and examples aimed to increase teachers’ confidence and pupils‘ enjoyment of the subject. This new edition explores: Changes in curriculum and assessment requirements in the UK Advances in knowledge of how children learn Expansion in the use of ICT by teachers and children And expands on key aspects of teaching including: The compelling reasons for starting science in the primary school Strategies for helping children to develop understanding skills and enjoyment Attention to school and teacher self-evaluation as a means of improving provision for children’s learning. Giving the latest information about the rationale for and use of inquiry-based constructivist methodology and the use of assessment to help learning the book combines practice and theory explaining and advocating for particular classroom interactions and activities. This book is essential reading for all primary school teachers and those engaged in studying primary education.

GBP 34.99
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Humanities in Primary Education History Geography and Religious Education in the Classroom

Humanities in Primary Education History Geography and Religious Education in the Classroom

First Published in 1995. This innovative series is an ideal means of supporting professional practice in the post-Dearing era when a new focus on the quality of teaching and learning is possible. The series promotes reflective teaching and active forms of pupil learning. The books explore the implications of these commitments for curriculum and curriculum-related issues. This book has emerged out of the collective experience of six colleagues who work together at the Faculty of Education of the University of the West of England in Bristol. The twin strands here are a social constructivist model of learning and a reflective teaching model of pedagogy. Through reflecting on our experiences and evaluating their intentions practices and outcomes not only do we learn but we also enrich the learning of those children pupils and students with whom we are working. | Humanities in Primary Education History Geography and Religious Education in the Classroom

GBP 105.00
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Steps in Leadership

Steps in Leadership

This book covers the most important aspects of becoming a school leader including: What leadership actually is Different styles of leadership – identifying your current leadership; standard styles; what is likely to work best for you Strategic Vision and how to do it without losing your grip on reality Teams and how they work structures and delegation Coaching leading by moving your team with you. This will be of great help to anyone wanting to be a more effective leader or taking on a primary school leadership role for the first time. | Steps in Leadership

GBP 115.00
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Effective In-Class Support The Management of Support Staff in Mainstream and Special Schools

Effective In-Class Support The Management of Support Staff in Mainstream and Special Schools

First Published in 1999. Schools are increasingly responding to the challenge of resourcing special educational needs by employing a variety of support staff to help children with SEN access as much of the curriculum as possible. They may be qualified teachers nursery nurses or therapists unqualified learning support assistants or parent volunteers. The purpose of this book is to provide SENCOs and classroom teachers with a practical guide to managing and supporting their in-class support. Emphasis is put on defining the roles and responsibilities of support staff developing partnership and establishing effective communication between the class teacher and the support worker. Photocopiable proformas and checklists are provided for INSET and to help schools plan and appraise the work of support staff. | Effective In-Class Support The Management of Support Staff in Mainstream and Special Schools

GBP 99.99
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Managing Extreme Behaviours in the Early Years

Managing Extreme Behaviours in the Early Years

Increasing numbers of children attending pre school provision have led to increasing referrals to the advisory services for behavioural issues. Children appear to be having difficulty conforming to social expectations in educational settings and are presenting us with more extreme behaviours. In spite of much advice already available in the form of written material books and TV programmes there appears to be an increase in behaviours reported and in practitioners searching for managing strategies. The suggested strategies are based upon long varied experiences in real life situations and have a grounding in practice designed to be manageable realistic and relevant to educational settings. They cover the following behaviours: Self harm Hitting Running away Sexualised behaviour Refusal to talk Uncooperative behaviour Aggressive behaviour Managing Extreme Behaviours in the Early Years the fifth of the Tried and Tested Strategies series is a ready-to-hand and easy to read guide for those dealing with problem behaviour and who do not always have the time to search for solutions.

GBP 130.00
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Using ICT in Primary Mathematics Practice and Possibilities

Using ICT in Primary Mathematics Practice and Possibilities

First Published in 2000. Using combined first-hand experiences as class teachers in the advisory service and as teacher trainers this book was written to help teachers and students in training to consider some of the issues that surround the use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in today's and tomorrow's classrooms. It explores the uses of ICT in mathematics teaching and learning past and present and provides a rationale for its use within and beyond the daily mathematics lesson and suggest some innovative ways forward. | Using ICT in Primary Mathematics Practice and Possibilities

GBP 84.99
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Education in the United Kingdom Structures and Organisation

Education in the United Kingdom Structures and Organisation

This accessible book provides a basic understanding of the structure and organization of education in the United Kingdom in a time of rapid change and devolved government. It is designed as an introductory guide and reference work for all with an interest in education including trainee and newly qualified teachers university lecturers school-based mentors and governors and managers. It contains an accessible summary of key issues and contributions from some of the best-known writers in the field. | Education in the United Kingdom Structures and Organisation

GBP 115.00
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Sound Beginnings Learning and Development in the Early Years

Sound Beginnings Learning and Development in the Early Years

By celebrating the spirit and principles that are enshrined in the Curriculum Guidance for the Foundation Stage (DfES 2000) this book describes how children learn and develop best in good Early Years practice. It encourages the practitioner to take a step back from their day-to-day routines and objectives and instead focus on the child and how to create the sound beginnings that every child needs to flourish and develop in the Early Years. Aspects of the principles underpinning early child development covered include: the importance of play developing confidence and self-esteem relationships with others independent learning. Suggesting ways of teaching young children that practitioners can be confident will be effective this book is essential reading for all reflective practitioners in the Early Years – including trainee teachers and students of early childhood studies. | Sound Beginnings Learning and Development in the Early Years

GBP 130.00
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Planning Teaching and Class Management in Primary Schools

Planning Teaching and Class Management in Primary Schools

First Published in 2004. Written new and trainee teachers Planning Teaching and Class Management in Primary Schools does not attempt to provide you with simplistic answers to complex issues. It does however offer important insights and strategies that can be used as a framework for monitoring and strengthening your progress as a teacher so that time on school placement becomes a first rate preparation for the day you have your own class.

GBP 130.00
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Involving Pupils in Practice Promoting Partnerships with Pupils with Special Educational Needs

Involving Pupils in Practice Promoting Partnerships with Pupils with Special Educational Needs

First Published in 2000. Involving Pupils in Practice provides principles and practical examples of the ways in which pupils with a wide range of needs including emotional and behavioural difficulties and learning difficulties can become active participants in learning. The Essex special schools and units involved in the project that provided the basis for this book demonstrate ways in which pupils can become effective managers of their own learning within a context of wider school improvement and developing inclusion. The schools provide feedback from teachers and pupils who report significant improvements in learning confidence self-esteem and motivation. | Involving Pupils in Practice Promoting Partnerships with Pupils with Special Educational Needs

GBP 115.00
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Early Intervention in Movement Practical Activities for Early Years Settings

Early Intervention in Movement Practical Activities for Early Years Settings

This text is full of practical ideas to help all early years children enjoy developing their movement abilities. Each activity uses rhymes and jingles and some have music. This is to enhance the children's rhythmic ability their listening skills and their phonological awareness. There are many activities that form the basis of lesson plans. The material shows how the learning outcomes fulfil the criteria set out in the Curriculum Guidance for the Foundation Stage and the 5-14 Guidelines (Expressive Arts). The activities will be great fun for all children whether they find movement easy and are always on the look-out for challenges or whether they are less confident. The book aims to support teachers in their work to help all children fulfill their potential offering guidance on diagnosis and assessment of skills and weaknesses as well as observation and progression. Chapters include developing the basic movement patterns: gross movements fine movements and manipulative skills; developing sensory integration; teaching and observing movement; and detailed lesson plans. All children whatever their level of ability can be helped to be more confident and competent movers - a process which often also results in improved self-esteem. Teachers and support staff in all early years settings will find much in this book to inspire and enthuse all children in their care. | Early Intervention in Movement Practical Activities for Early Years Settings

GBP 115.00
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Language and the Curriculum Practitioner Research in Planning Differentiation

Language and the Curriculum Practitioner Research in Planning Differentiation

First Published in 1999. This book takes examples from the work of practising teachers and speech and language therapists who have reflected on the appropriateness and success of their teaching with learners who have speech and language difficulties. The chapters focus on central issues concerning the relationship between language learning and the curriculum. The practitioners chart their cycle of planning teaching evaluating planning and teaching again. They discuss their perceptions and reflections on the effectiveness of their teaching and the children's learning. | Language and the Curriculum Practitioner Research in Planning Differentiation

GBP 105.00
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Supporting Numeracy A Handbook for those who Assist in Early Years Settings

Supporting Numeracy A Handbook for those who Assist in Early Years Settings

First Published in 2001. Starting with references to the Cockcroft Report of 1982 and the National Strategy this study defines numeracy as mathematics in action and outlines its importance in everyday life. Using and applying mathematics within the early learning setting means children are also taught to solve problems to communicate their ideas and develop their reasoning skills. Teaching Assistants provide the most effective support in mathematics when working in partnership with the teacher by sharing goals. To do this effectively it is important for assistants to understand how mathematics learning takes place within the early years setting and to know how and when to use mathematics language and equipment. The purpose of this book is to provide such understanding and knowledge. | Supporting Numeracy A Handbook for those who Assist in Early Years Settings

GBP 115.00
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Strategies and Resources for Teaching and Learning in Inclusive Classrooms

Strategies and Resources for Teaching and Learning in Inclusive Classrooms

Teachers students and bilingual teaching assistants looking for resources and activities to help raise achievement among minority ethnic pupils and develop a multicultural perspective will find this book indispensable. Included in this practical and accessible volume are a wide variety of activities; examples of materials and photocopiable sheets for direct use in the classroom which can be easily adapted for different learning situations; tried and tested examples of good practice; practical strategies to help bilingual pupils develop their language skills; guidance on partnership teaching and working with bilingual classroom assistants; and advice on raising the achievement of bilingual pupils from disadvantaged groups. | Strategies and Resources for Teaching and Learning in Inclusive Classrooms

GBP 115.00
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Creating Writers in the Primary Classroom Practical Approaches to Inspire Teachers and their Pupils

Creating Writers in the Primary Classroom Practical Approaches to Inspire Teachers and their Pupils

Teachers in English schools have now had ten years of prescriptive national literacy strategies and it is time for a new approach. This book encourages children from their early years to think of themselves as writers who have something to write and know how to write it. Creating Writers in the Primary Classroom offers an exciting and refreshing approach to teaching writing in the primary school with very practical suggestions to help build a community of writers in your school where everyone writes and loves writing. Building on the research of recent years and with whole-curriculum provision it shows teachers how to actively engage children in the writing process excite them about what they can achieve and help all children to think of themselves as writers. The book begins with a clear analysis of what real writers really need and has chapters on working outdoors using the very best of children’s literature drama and imaginative play as well as sounds and images. It also features a chapter on practical productive planning including two case studies that show the approaches in use at schools. Creating Writers in the Primary Classroom is packed with practical advice games and strategies for the classroom based on the authors’ successful experience as teachers and in-service providers. These new approaches will enable teachers to get their children up and moving experiencing what writers experience feeling what writers feel and most important of all writing how writers write. | Creating Writers in the Primary Classroom Practical Approaches to Inspire Teachers and their Pupils

GBP 130.00
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The Art of Peaceful Teaching in the Primary School Improving Behaviour and Preserving Motivation

The Art of Peaceful Teaching in the Primary School Improving Behaviour and Preserving Motivation

First Published in 2000. This book helps primary teachers improve behaviour preserve motivation and foster cooperation by developing positive relationships with pupils and their parents creating a calm environment for learning and using non-confrontational communication skills. It outlines an empathetic approach to understanding and managing disruptive behaviour that avoids conflict and demoralisation. As such it is an ideal text for student teachers newly qualified teachers and more experienced practitioners. | The Art of Peaceful Teaching in the Primary School Improving Behaviour and Preserving Motivation

GBP 130.00
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The Movement Environment Rating Scale (MOVERS) Supporting Physical Development and Movement Play in Early Childhood

The Movement Environment Rating Scale (MOVERS) Supporting Physical Development and Movement Play in Early Childhood

This revised new edition of The Movement Environment Rating Scale (MOVERS) offers a brand-new method of measuring the quality of environment and pedagogy in which young children are encouraged to move and be physically active. As physical development is a key component of an educational curriculum MOVERS offers practitioners the opportunity to accurately assess the quality of a child’s physical experiences and the environmental and pedagogical quality of these experiences. The MOVERS is placed firmly in the family of CLIQRS – Curriculum Leadership and Interaction Quality Rating Scales which includes the Early Childhood Quality Rating Scale – Emergent Curriculum (ECQRS-EC) the Sustained Shared Thinking and Emotional Well-being Scale (SSTEW) and the Pedagogical Leadership in the Early Years (PLEY) scale all of which have a similar format to previously mentioned scales making it easy for educators already familiar with these well-established scales to adopt them and adapt them to their own unique settings. MOVERS has four sub-scales:- curriculum environment and resources for physical development- pedagogy for physical development- supporting physical activity and critical thinking- parents/carers and staff. This book will be an invaluable tool for research self-evaluation and improvement audit and regulation. With additional notes derived using the feedback from extensive use of this resource by practitioners in hundreds of settings and early years specialists around the world it has also been rigorously updated according to latest research practice and policy. | The Movement Environment Rating Scale (MOVERS) Supporting Physical Development and Movement Play in Early Childhood

GBP 18.99
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Location Writing Taking Literacy into the Environment

Location Writing Taking Literacy into the Environment

Presenting a powerful and stimulating approach to writing Location Writing allows children to escape the confines of the classroom and develop written responses to their environment. The book features: activities covering prose poetry non-fiction and faction; examples of written work by both children and professional writers; detailed lesson plans and ideas; advice on establishing writers' trails; cross-curricular links; and lists of resources and suggestions for location writing around the UK. | Location Writing Taking Literacy into the Environment

GBP 115.00
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A Guide to Best Practice in Special Education Health and Social Care Making the System Work to Meet the Needs of Children Young People and

A Guide to Best Practice in Special Education Health and Social Care Making the System Work to Meet the Needs of Children Young People and

A Guide to Best Practice in Special Education Health and Social Care explores and explains the changes in governmental policies across the education health and social care services and what they mean for young individuals parents and professionals. In a period of significant change many practitioners need to understand the government’s plans for bringing about a more efficient effective and sustainable system to meet the needs of young people and their families. Without trawling through reviews green papers white papers and bills this book not only explains the significance of recent events but provides practical examples in the form of conversations and case studies about how parents and professionals are making change happen. With decades of experience Rona Tutt and Paul Williams delve deep into the separate origins of the three strands – the SEND Review the review of children’s social care and the Health and Care Act 2022. The book explores how pupils in different types of schools can have their needs met more effectively; how to make better use of available resources; and how to create a culture of mutual respect across all the three services. A Guide to Best Practice in Special Education Health and Social Care not only fills in gaps in readers’ knowledge about the working of all three services but provides innovative examples of how change is happening at ground level. People of all age groups working in schools and seeking to enhance their knowledge will find it to be an essential read. It will also be of interest to parents and professionals from across health and social care. | A Guide to Best Practice in Special Education Health and Social Care Making the System Work to Meet the Needs of Children Young People and

GBP 22.99
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Primary Design and Technology for the Future Creativity Culture and Citizenship

Primary Design and Technology for the Future Creativity Culture and Citizenship

This is a challenging new book for primary teachers interested in developing their teaching of Design & Technology subject leaders in D&T and for student teachers choosing this as their specialty. It will also appeal to in-service providers and LEA advisory staff. Children's creativity cultural development and citizenship are important but currently underdeveloped in primary education. This book uniquely focuses on how these aspects can be emphasized in the teaching of Design and Technology. The National Curriculum has the potential to bring creativity cultural development and citizenship into the mainstream and the authors show the considerable extent to which D & T integrated with other curriculum subjects can contribute to realizing these goals. There are examples throughout of best current practice showing how such ideas have been implemented. | Primary Design and Technology for the Future Creativity Culture and Citizenship

GBP 130.00
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The Neurodiversity Handbook for Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants A Guide for Learning Support Staff SENCOs and Students

The Neurodiversity Handbook for Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants A Guide for Learning Support Staff SENCOs and Students

This highly practical book supports the knowledge and development of teaching assistants and learning support assistants (TAs/LSAs) in their understanding of neurodivergent pupils. Considering a neurodivergent world is vital in society today and even more so in the classroom. Starting with a model of difference rather than deficit and highlighting the complexities involved this accessible resource focuses on effective strategies to support these pupils and explores the vital role of learning support in a range of different contexts. Rich in pedagogical features this book includes chapter objectives areas for the reader to reflect upon links throughout to the Teaching Assistant Standards and case studies for the reader to examine. Each chapter also has a further reading section which will include links to articles websites and organisations that can aid and support the development of TAs and LSAs. This important work will provide Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (SENCos) with a framework to support their support staff in the classroom. | The Neurodiversity Handbook for Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants A Guide for Learning Support Staff SENCOs and Students

GBP 17.99
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Planning and Organising the SENCO Year Time Saving Strategies for Effective Practice

Planning and Organising the SENCO Year Time Saving Strategies for Effective Practice

Managing Pupil Assessment and IEPs the allocation of support and monitoring of provision dealing with outside agencies in-service training and development plans budget plans and getting value for money and reporting to Governors. New or aspiring SENCOs in both primary and secondary schools will find this book a great support. Senior managers wishing to develop their staff and institutions that provide in-service training will also find this book fits their needs. | Planning and Organising the SENCO Year Time Saving Strategies for Effective Practice

GBP 105.00
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Reversing Lower Attainment Developmental Curriculum Strategies for Overcoming Disaffection and Underachievement

Reversing Lower Attainment Developmental Curriculum Strategies for Overcoming Disaffection and Underachievement

First Published in 1998. All learners and in particular lower attainers need to have a curriculum which is cognitively challenging motivating and enriching. This book aims to help teachers adapt their teaching strategies so that they can offer such a curriculum especially to lower attainers. The nature of lower attainment is examined in its various forms in the highly able the slower learner the dyslexic and disaffected. The origins of these problems and how they may be identified are also discussed. An evaluation of the different curriculum models and methos of differentiation is provided and the author outlines the general principles and practices of good teaching with reference to a wide range of curriculum areas. | Reversing Lower Attainment Developmental Curriculum Strategies for Overcoming Disaffection and Underachievement

GBP 69.99
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Mathematics for Children with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties

Mathematics for Children with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties

The book will covers a wide range of approaches to teaching and learning and demonstrates how mathematics can be related to personal and social development communication and thinking skills. Written with the non-specialist in mind and including plenty of practical examples it will make useful reading for teachers in mainstream and special schools and learning support assistants. Early years practitioners and teachers in training may find the book useful for its descriptions of how children acquire their foundation of early mathematics and numeracy skills. | Mathematics for Children with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties

GBP 130.00
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Support Services and Mainstream Schools A Guide for Working Together

Support Services and Mainstream Schools A Guide for Working Together

First Published in 2005. A new and diverse role s emerging for Support Services yet many schools and Early Years settings are unaware of the wealth of specialist skills and expertise contained therein. The editors have drawn together contributions from experienced colleagues working in a variety of roles with Special education needs. They illustrate how support services and schools can work together to develop best inclusive practice and enable children to thrive both socially and academically. | Support Services and Mainstream Schools A Guide for Working Together

GBP 115.00
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