Teachers Investigate Their Work An introducton to action research across the professions
Action research is one of the most popular methods of professional development for teachers. It provides a practical way for teachers to uncover some of the complexities of the teaching process and thereby to improve the quality of their pupils'learning. Teachers Investigate Their Work introduced the methods and concepts of action research through examples drawn from studies carries out by teachers.
Kumon workbooks are based on the "Kumon Method", an educational philosophy that aims at unlocking the full learning potential of each individual child. The Kumon Method introduces learning concepts in an incremental, step-by-step approach, allowing children to master new skills easily and without anxiety or frustration. As a result, children gain confidence in their abilities and are motivated to learn on their own.
This book’s purpose is to demonstrate that the mass of men and women do not have to spend their lives limited by the critical voices of mental spectators-those little tyrants rattling around inside their heads, telling them second by second how to fight their battles, what they can and cannot do, what they must and must not do.
Sam and Dave Bean don't expect much excitement in the little Texas town of Papagayo. And that suits them just fine-a nice, quiet vacation is just what Bean Brothers, Private Eyes, need. But the very day they arrive at their Aunt Margaret's, a fierce argument breaks out in her cafe. Mariposa and Carlos, rivals for the prize for the best float in the town's annual fiesta, accuse each other of stealing their ideas. The next morning, Carlos's daughter, Cielita, disappears into thin air. So much for a quiet vacation! Sam and Dave get right to work. And what they uncover is some of the nastiest business sleepy Papagayo has ever seen.
Illustrated in full color. In this playful introduction to maps and geography, step by simple step, a young girl shows readers herself on a map of her room, her room on the map of her house, her house on the map of her street--all the way to her country on a map of the world. Once the reader is familiar with the maps, she demonstrates how readers can find their own country, state, and town--all the way back to their room--on each colorful map. Easy-to-read text, bright artwork, and charming details give children a lot to search for and will have them eager to help navigate on the next family vacation.
