Through simple, useful, and direct teaching techniques, this quick-read reference offers both novice and veteran teachers the concepts and methods needed to effectively serve limited-English-proficient students. Important skills such as building a trusting relationship with students, understanding the principles of language acquisition, and capitalizing on alternative means of support within the school and community are included. This expanded edition includes the following new features: Tech...

Fonts4Teachers is a CD-ROM that contains 31 True Type fonts for school and classroom use. They are Windows and Macintosh compatible and there is an extra bonus: a booklet with 24 lesson plans. Unlimited School License also available for this product ($399.95)

ClipArt4Teachers is the most exciting collection of artwork exclusively designed for teachers with over 500 original images! Including a Teacher’s Guide with project ideas, ClipArt4Teachers is Mac and Windows compatible, provides JPEG format for web use, and its images are in high quality format and can be printed in any size. Unlimited School License also available for this product ($249.95).

Handwriting Worksheets 4 Teachers gives you more than 500 relevant and fun activities in Manuscript and D’Nealian Print styles, and in English and in Spanish! The ready-made templates are in Acrobat Reader (included on the CD-ROM). A perfect solution that provides all the everyday handwriting lessons you need to use! Unlimited School License also available for this product ($399.95)

As a former human resources director and school administrator, this author has provided numerous, invaluable staff appreciation and recognition activities and low-cost, fun ideas for meetings, lunchtime, etc. Designed to bring enthusiasm back to the work environment, this book can be used to promote the positive atmosphere that will help people look forward to coming to work. Great for meeting district recruitment and retention goals! (This book is also a seminar presented by Dr. Diane Hodges...

Bridging School & Home Through Family Nights: Ready-to-Use Plans for Grades K-8 Research confirms the link between family involvement and academic success. Yet, as student populations become increasingly diverse, educators face a daunting challenge in establishing close connections with families. Find all the information, materials, and resources for planning and implementing events that build effective relationships. Drawing on their own experiences and extensive research, the authors includ...

Former journalist and parent Eileen Gale Kugler offers a unique perspective on what every educator, parent, and community leader should know about reaping the rich harvest of our diverse schools. This book provides guidance on how we can all work together to dispel the myths and nurture the opportunities of a school environment with a vibrant mix of races and cultures. Anecdotes from Kugler’s personal experience are included as well as information from 80 interviews with key educators, parents,...

Creating a positive brain-compatible learning environment for children and adults has always been a top priority for Jo, so much so, that Jo is never without her desk chime at every seminar she presents. Originally a part of her classroom management process, Jo used her chimes to signal transitions, and to get her students’ attention. When barely touched by a mallet, these produce an astonishing brilliant tone. Simple, pure sound waves are the building blocks of all sound, from sea surf to a...

Packed with words of wisdom and inspiration, this is one book no administrator or teacher should be without. Filled with practical tips to improve school climate, communication skills, and fun, If You Don't Feed the Teachers They Eat the Students will leave you laughing your way to a more successful school year.

People often try to revive the figurative dead horse with well-intentioned yet unrealistic solutions. Often the best way to tackle the situation, however, is to step back, take a fresh look at the problem, and design a new solution that makes sense. This humorous allegory addresses the dilemmas our school systems face each day - how to make a program or initiative work when there is absolutely no hope for its success!