K-Primary

Understanding RTI in Mathematics: Proven Methods and Applications

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:32:12 -0400

How should K–12 teachers use Response to Intervention to ensure high-quality math instruction and higher student achievement? Filled with vignettes, accessible summaries, and best-practice guidelines for making the most of RTI, readers will have the knowledge base they need to strengthen mathematics instruction. From Brookes Publishing.

Teaching Children to Write: Constructing Meaning and Mastering Mechanics

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:31:00 -0500

This book highlights the critical importance of integrating content and mechanics for successful and engaged writing at the kindergarten and primary level. Featuring the teaching philosophies and strategies of seven exemplary teachers and a discussion of relevant research and theory, Meier provides a fresh, practical, and much-needed perspective on making writing meaningful and effective in the current standards-based era. From Teachers College Press.

How I Learn: Milestones of Child Development (Poster)

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:12:01 -0400

Follow the milestones of average child development from a child's perspective through motor, language, and social skills from birth to 8 years. This poster (18"x24", laminated) is based on NAEYC's brochure “Toys: Tools for Learning”. From Learning ZoneXpress.

Focus in Grade 3: Teaching with Curriculum Focal Points

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 18:05:38 -0500

Focus in Grade 3 shows teachers and other educators how they can incorporate NCTM’s Curriculum Focal Points into their current mathematics curricula. The book provides practical ideas for bringing focus to mathematics learning and instruction in the classroom.

Intended as a professional development tool, it presents self- and group-reflection tasks, sample student work, a sample state mathematics curriculum organized around the Focal Points, and other tools that teacher educators can use with the preservice teachers in their classes.

Focus in Grade 2: Teaching with Curriculum Focal Points

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:49:53 -0400

Focus in Grade 2 shows teachers and other educators how they can incorporate NCTM’s Curriculum Focal Points into their current mathematics curricula. The book provides practical ideas for bringing focus to mathematics learning and instruction in the classroom.

Is Everybody Ready for Kindergarten? A Tool Kit for Preparing Children and Families

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:58:29 -0500

Making the transition into kindergarten is a significant and exciting milestone in young children's lives. With proper coordination and planning, it can be a smooth process, benefiting children, families, and schools. Is Everybody Ready for Kindergarten? provides information and practical advice to help you help children and their families prepare for the transition and then successfully begin kindergarten. Includes helpful activities, reproducible checklists and handouts, and planning templates. From Redleaf Press.

Focus in Grade 1: Teaching with Curriculum Focal Points

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:48:26 -0400

Designed to support teachers, supervisors, and coordinators as they develop and refine mathematics curriculum, this volume offer practical ideas for bringing focus to mathematics learning and instruction in the classroom. Focus in Grade 1 describes and illustrates learning paths for the mathematical concepts and skills of each grade 1 Curriculum Focal Point from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Covers common student errors and misconceptions and ways in which to avoid and remediate such mistakes. Copublished with NCTM.

Supporting Boys' Learning: Strategies for Teacher Practice, Pre-K–Grade 3

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:55:08 -0500

A growing body of research has raised concerns about boys’ vulnerability in terms of social and emotional development, referral to special education, and academic success. This user-friendly guide helps educators develop strategies for teaching boys in ways that build on their strengths, respect their individual development levels, and adhere to principles of child development. Includes examples from the field, reflections on practice, field-tested classroom strategies, and key resources. From Teachers College Press.

Focus in Kindergarten: Teaching with Curriculum Focal Points

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:19:40 -0500

Designed to support teachers, supervisors, and coordinators as they develop and refine mathematics curriculum, this volume offer practical ideas for bringing focus to mathematics learning and instruction in the classroom. Focus in Kindergarten describes and illustrates learning paths for the mathematical concepts and skills of each kindergarten Curriculum Focal Point from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Covers common student errors and misconceptions, reasons the errors may arise, and teaching methods to address them. Copublished with NCTM.

Reaching Standards and Beyond in Kindergarten: Nurturing Children's Sense of Wonder and Joy in Learning

vsheehan@naeyc.org — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:47:29 -0500

Standards provide important benchmarks for student learning, but meeting them doesn’t mean you have to take away creativity, lively participation, and joyful learning. This resource offers research-based and field-tested strategies to address content standards in ways that nurture kindergartners’ natural love of learning. The authors show how projects, play, and other engaging learning experiences can help children reach standards in literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts. Also covers the transitions to and from kindergarten.