On the Write Track puts teachers' autonomy and their knowledge of what is right for their pupils at the heart of teaching writing. It explores a set of research-based principles, before illustrating these with case studies and examples of classroom practice.
Inspiring and supporting students to become an insightful, creative and professional teacher of primary English.
There are eight Schmitt brothers in all, and one of them is even a girl - the poor thing. Anne, the only girl, is a ruthless tomboy. Fritz is an aspiring mad scientist. Zach is an aspiring weird scientist. Lester is their lab rat and test pilot. Roscoe is the thrill-seeker and super hero. Stanley is the family comedian. Gus is the perfectionist and natural victim. Last but not least, there's Fuzz, the family baby - raised by his brothers. Every day is chock full of adventure, pranks, mischief and misfortune. A must read for all ages.
This classic account of the Klondike Gold Rush offers a thrilling adventure story combined with a fascinating portrait of life in the gold fields. With vivid descriptions of landscapes, mining techniques, and the colorful characters who populated this unique world, The Klondyke is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West.
A Practical Guide to Teaching Writing in Primary Schools
Focusing on teachers' autonomy and expertise, this book emphasizes the importance of understanding what works best for students in writing instruction. It presents research-based principles that guide effective teaching practices and is enriched with case studies and real classroom examples, showcasing practical applications of these principles in action.
Greatest Stories Teaching Handbook Upper Junior provides expertly written and flexible support to maximize the teaching potential in the TreeTops Greatest Stories series. There are specific notes for all the titles in Oxford Levels 14-20, plus three Photocopy Masters per title, as well as generic notes about teaching classic texts.
Teaching English by the Book explores how can we help every child become a confident and creative user of English through building an English curriculum that is meaningful, exciting and challenging. This accessible and inspiring text shows how putting books at the heart of English teaching can transform children's attitudes to reading and writing and have a positive impact on their learning.