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English
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In this book the author reverses three decades of thinking about what creates successful children, solving the mysteries of why some succeed and others fail, and of how to move individual children toward their full potential for success. The story we usually tell about childhood and success is the one about intelligence: success comes to those who score highest on tests, from preschool admissions to SATs. But in this book the author argues that the...
3) 100 fun & easy learning games for kids: teach reading, writing, math and more with fun activities
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing, Co
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"This work provides an in-depth exploration of Lisa Murphy's approach to working with children. The author outlines nine attributes programs need to build an environment that's child centered, where play, developmentally appropriate practice, and academic standards all come together under one roof. Using true-to-life examples, anecdotes, and her signature conversational style, this book presents and explores the true identifying attributes of a hands-on,...
Author
Publisher
Rodale
Pub. Date
2004
Language
English
Description
Argues that current parenting trends that emphasize early learning through memorization and repetition are actually harmful for children, stifling their creativity and preventing them from learning basic problem solving skills and focuses on the importance of letting children play and have fun and understanding the learning experiences offered through creative, unstructured, independent play.
Author
Publisher
Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"When we see children's construction play through the lens of architecture, we are able to support and extend children's learning on all four STEM subjects: science, technology, engineering, and math. Young Architects at Play is a guide for both teachers and parents and includes a diverse variety of activities and resources"--
Author
Publisher
Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"In the newest installment of the popular, award-winning Loose Parts series, Lisa Daly and Miriam Beloglovsky focus on family engagement and competency building. Lisa and Miriam explain the value of loose parts, detail how to integrate loose parts into the environment and children's play, and specifically focus on loose parts for children in family environments-helping educators engage families and extend learning beyond the classroom"--
Author
Publisher
Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Discover why playing is school readiness with this updated guide. Timely research and new stories highlight how play is vital to the social, physical, cognitive, and spiritual development of children. Learn the seven meaningful experiences we should provide children with every day and why they are so important.
Publisher
SAGE
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
Learning outside the classroom is seen as beneficial in both early years and primary settings, and it is becoming embedded in the curriculum. This text explores why learning beyond the classroom is important for children, and offers practical examples of how to improve outdoor learning experiences for all children.
Author
Publisher
Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"Let's Play provides a variety of budget-friendly, child-centered experiences that lead to countless learning opportunities. Each chapter outlines an open-ended play adventure with instructions, photographs, and fresh ideas for children to explore everything from worms to magnets"--
Author
Publisher
Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
An look inside pre-K in America and what it will take to give all children the best start in school possible. At the heart of this book are two urgent questions: What do our young children need in the earliest years of school, and how do we ensure that they all get it? Research has proven that early childhood education is crucial for all children to gain the academic and emotional skills they need to succeed later in life. Children who attend quality...
Author
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
In his 2012 book How Children Succeed, journalist Paul Tough introduced us to research showing that personal qualities like perseverance, self-control, and conscientiousness play a critical role in children's success. Now Tough takes on a new set of pressing questions: What does growing up in poverty do to children's mental and physical development? How does adversity at home affect their success in the classroom, from preschool to high school? And...
19) Busy bags kids will love: make-ahead activity kits for a happy preschooler and stress-free parent
Author
Publisher
Ulysses Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
:Packed full of enough ideas for every week of the year, this book provides kids with entertaining, exciting and educational activities, including: Fishing for colorful letters and numbers; Building shapes with pipe cleaners and straws; Practicing words by rolling the dice; Getting creative with funny felt faces; Exploring textures with blocks, nuts, bolts and zippers; Learning to count with pom-pom patterns"--Amazon.com.
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