Tricky Thinking Problems - Advanced Activities in Applied Thinking Skills for Ages 6-11
Classroom questions have traditionally focussed on testing the recall, understanding and application of content and methods. Research suggests that pupils require activities that encourage them to think flexibly about possibilities and to make independent judgements about information. "Learn to Think" takes a cross-curriculum approach and offers a wide range of exercises in all significant thinking skills areas: Organisational; Analytical; Evaluative; and, Creative.
Essential Survival Skills is a step-by-step guide to surviving and thriving in the wilderness. Whether you are hiking or camping, learn everything you need to know to build a shelter, apply first aid, and treat various types of insect bites. The book progresses from the very basics for beginners, through all the elements essential to becoming adept at wilderness survival.
Teaching Peer Support for Caring and Co-operation - Talk time, a Six-Step Method for 9-12 Year Olds
This book offers a six-step model that harnesses the skills of popular young people to help others who may have low social status. Ruth and Tina draw upon their experiences to provide a peer support programme that encourages inclusive prosocial processes for young people aged nine to twelve. Drawing upon the philosophy of a Circle of Friends, they have developed a six-step programme that harnesses the skills of popular young people to help others who may have low social status. The Talk Time programme builds on the message that relationships are what matter most and emphasizes that relationships happen through listening, talking and understanding others.
The Complete Book of Reading takes the reader step by step through the activities necessary to learning important comprehension, grammar skills, and writing techniques.
