Everything a New Elementary School Teacher REALLY Needs to Know (But Didn't Learn in College)
Everything a New Elementary School Teacher REALLY Needs to Know (But Didn't Learn in College)

Author: Otis Kriegel

Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing

Published: 2013-03-06

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 1575426439

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Not your typical how-to manual for new teachers, this no-nonsense, jargon-free guide offers a wide variety of tools and tactics for getting through every school day with grace and sanity. Covered in glue, glitter, orange juice—or worse? Make a quick change into the spare set of clothes you keep on hand for just this purpose. Butterflies in your stomach before your first-ever Meet the Teacher Night? Keep your cool by writing the agenda on your board—it’ll double as a crib sheet for you. These tips and hundreds more, covering virtually every aspect of teaching, have all been learned the hard way: from real-life classroom experience. Otis Kriegel’s “little black book” will be a treasured resource for teachers who want not only to survive but to thrive in any situation.

The Elementary Teacher's Book of Lists
The Elementary Teacher's Book of Lists

Author: Gary R. Muschla

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2010-12-07

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 0470501987

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An essential reference for all elementary teachers This comprehensive resource contains useful lists on all the subjects elementary teachers need, from core content to tips on classroom management to advice for students on study skills. The lists highlight vital areas of interest including reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, developing social skills, developing effective study skills, and working with an inclusive classroom. 350 reproducible lists on a wealth of subjects of interest to elementary teachers Advice for setting up the classroom, interacting with parents, and making classroom modifications Tips for use with students on studying for tests, organizing homework, and taking good notes All the lists are correlated to national content standards and will be helpful as quick study aids as well as for general reference.

How to Succeed as an Elementary Teacher
How to Succeed as an Elementary Teacher

Author: Marjan Glavac

Publisher:

Published: 2019-07-05

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 9780968331095

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Tips for Success: Strategies to Regain Elementary Classroom Control Is there a knot in your stomach before you step into class? Are disruptive, defiant students part of your nightmares? Is the lack of control of your classroom affecting your lesson plans, your self-confidence, and ultimately your life?

The Joyful Classroom
The Joyful Classroom

Author: Responsive Classroom

Publisher: Center for Responsive Schools, Inc.

Published: 2016-03-16

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 1892989832

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Students learn more—and with more joy—when lessons connect with their lives and interests while challenging them to stretch and grow. In this book, you'll find practical, ready-to-use strategies for creating active and exciting lessons. You'll learn about: Partnering and grouping students for optimum learning Using interactive learning structures such as Maître d' and Swap Meets to support active learning Incorporating acting, drawing, debating, and more into daily lessons while still meeting rigorous learning goals Infusing lessons with choices in what or how to learn to increase students ownership of their learning Incorporating student self-assessment tools to help children monitor and evaluate their own work and identify ways to improve their learning Filled with lesson plans, precise directions for interactive learning structures, planning guides, and more!

Rethinking Elementary Education
Rethinking Elementary Education

Author: Linda Christensen

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9780942961522

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Rethinking Elementary Education collects the finest writing about elementary school life and learning from 25 years of Rethinking Schools magazine. The articles in this collection offer practical insights about how to integrate the teaching of content with a social justice lens, seek wisdom from students and their families, and navigate stifling tests and mandates. Teachers and parents will find both inspiration and hope in these pages.

Number Theory for Elementary School Teachers
Number Theory for Elementary School Teachers

Author: Edward Wall

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages

Published: 2009-02-13

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780073378473

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In response to concerns about teacher retention, especially among teachers in their first to fourth year in the classroom, we offer future teachers a series of brief guides full of practical advice that they can refer to in both their student teaching and in their first years on the job. Number Theory for Elementary School Teachers is designed for preservice candidates in early and/or elementary education. The text complements traditional Math Methods courses and provides deep content knowledge for prospective and first year teachers.

Elementary Science Teacher Education
Elementary Science Teacher Education

Author: Ken Appleton

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-12-16

Total Pages: 383

ISBN-13: 1135464170

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Co-Published with the Association For Science Teacher Education. Reflecting recent policy and standards initiatives, emerging research agendas, and key innovations, this volume provides a contemporary overview of important developments and issues that have that have in recent years shaped elementary science education pre-service courses and professional development, and practices that are shaping future directions in the field. Contributors from several countries who are actively engaged in research and design in elementary science education address: *Conceptual issues which impinge on contemporary science teacher education; *Intersections of content, pedagogy, and practice; and *Professional development as a contextualized practice. Elementary Science Teacher Education: International Perspectives on Contemporary Issues and Practice offers a clear picture of the current state of the field and directions for the future--to the benefit of elementary science teacher educators, aspiring teacher educators, school policy makers, other professionals involved in science education and, ultimately, the millions of elementary school children who will gain from improved practice.