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The Montessori Method (1912) is a work on pedagogy by Maria Montessori. Originally written in her native Italian to describe the work she carried out at the Casa dei Bambini in Rome, the book was translated into English during a period of increasing popularity for Montessori and her educational method in the United States. By 1913, over 100 Montessori schools had been opened in the United States, prompting the educator to travel to the country on...
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A design guide for playfully igniting agency, artistry, and understanding with concepts and materials anywhere.
Engaged students and an inspired environment are in your hands-literally. “Pop-Up Studio” invites us to step into our artistry as responsive teachers who empower learners as fellow thinkers and creatives. Integrating neuroscience with teaching approaches such as concept-based, play-based, and inquiry, “Pop-Up Studio” is a guide...
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Today, no institution can ignore the need for deep conversations about race and ethnicity. But colleges and universities face a unique set of challenges as they explore these topics. Diversity Matters offers leaders a roadmap as they think through how their campuses can serve all students well.
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Campus Case Studies: Transforming Institutions with a Commitment to Diversity
Why We Stayed: Lessons in Resiliency and Leadership from...
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Shortly after Anish and his family arrive in town, he is surprised to meet a pigeon collecting coins. "That's why they call me Cash, young man," says the pigeon. The two quickly become friends, and Cash tells Anish that a squirrel is trying to steal his loot. Cash also shares the amazing story of his ancestor, Cher Ami, a hero who saved many soldiers in 1918. Anish admits that he is a little frightened because the next day is his first day at school...
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The Chosen We elevates the oral histories of 105 accomplished, college-educated Black women who earned success despite experiencing reprehensible racist and sexist barriers. The central argument is that these women succeeded in and beyond college by developing a Chosen We-a community with one another. The book builds on their words and insights to offer a powerful rethinking of educational success that moves away from individualistic and competitive...
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“The Daisy's Barn” children's stories bring Daisy, the beautiful palomino mare, to life in her special way of teaching kids through her experiences and adventures.
In this book, Daisy and Erika are going on a trail ride to see if they can find wildlife on the trails and in the woods. Erika finds lots of tracks on the ground but doesn't know who made the tracks. Daisy knows if they follow the tracks, they will be able to find out who made them....
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This book is written to help high school students prepare for becoming successful college applicants. It is also written to help high school seniors and entering college students prepare for ongoing success once they arrive on campus. The book is written by Dr. Louis Hempel, who has practiced general pediatrics in Metro Atlanta for over 30 years. During his long career, he has interacted with thousands of high school and college students whose families...
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This book is mostly based on a true story. This story is about Jojo, the goose, who becomes physically disabled, and the children accept and grow a love for Jojo. The authors are excited to share the importance of feeling accepted, no matter the type of differences in physical appearances.
In addition, the authors are excited to share the importance of keeping pollution to a minimum for all animals, especially water pollution. This is something everyone...
10) My Silly Body
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My Silly Body is a fun book for any young reader. It's a book that will have you and your child interact together. It will get their imagination working while also getting out some of their wiggles. It gives a positive affirmation that will help their self-confidence blossom.
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This book is empirically grounded on Ignasio Malizani Jimu's firsthand experience of governance and quality control in Malawi higher education. Informed by the liberalisation of higher education and the quality turn in Africa, this book reflects on higher education policy, how higher education institutions manage their core business processes, the dynamic character of their stakeholdership and governance and management arrangements that are involved....
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This series of mini workbooks has several themes that introduce your child to the world of numbers, colors, alphabets, shapes and much more. At the end, your child will be thrilled to get an answer key and an encouraging certificate.
A wonderful activity book that you can give to your children or loved one as a head start to his/her Pre-Kindergarten aspirations! This unique picture and activity book enhances their learning skills and math skills,...
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This book is about a child named Jesus with a normal life like any other child. He lives with his family and goes to elementary school and is a very loving child, until a bully appears in his life and tries to change his life with his offenses and more. Jesus wants to keep him from his life, but he could not, until.
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Maya, Gavin, Brett, and Blake are having a great time at their community Cinco de Mayo festival. Brett and Blake's mom, Ann, and her sister, Aunt Leigh, volunteered to supervise the pinata game and help out at the drink booth. The kids stopped at the craft booth to make their very own works of art when they meet Mazie, a toucan from Mexico. Meanwhile, Ann and Leigh meet elderly Mr. Jenkins, who is accompanied by a beautiful young girl named Lily....
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Evangeline Evershine is a bright and curious young girl who questions many things about space and heavenly bodies.
In the first book about Evangeline, she questioned the nightly disappearance of the Sun.
In this book, she shifts her curiosity and questions to the movement and the daily disappearance of the Moon.
Fortunately, her father is an astronaut, and so together they travel through space and learn much about these heavenly bodies.
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The goal of this book is to explain the coronavirus to our children in a nonthreatening way. A child, Rodney, starts off by telling the reader that he has the COVID-19 virus. He discusses the symptoms and what it means to be asymptomatic. He also discusses ways to prevent getting the COVID-19 virus. Rodney talks about what COVID-19 is and the symptoms and current treatment options of the virus. He also talks about what people should do if they get...
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Discover the Power in You! “Stories and Songs to Build Self-Esteem in Children: Music and Stories” can be a powerful tool to enable you to learn and grow in a positive way. Since positive thoughts lead to positive behavior, feeding your mind uplifting music can turn you into a more creative and worthwhile you! The songs and stories in this book and recording are designed to feed children's minds with positive suggestions that will enhance their...
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“Dr. Montessori's Own Handbook” is a guide to the Montessori method of education, written by its founder, Maria Montessori. The book provides an overview of the philosophy, principles, and techniques of the Montessori approach to education, which emphasizes child-led learning, independence, and self-directed exploration. The book is divided into several sections, each addressing different aspects of the Montessori approach. Montessori discusses...
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With this Parent Guide, get parents and teachers working together to increase student achievement. This helpful guide allows parents to easily reinforce what the teacher is doing in the eighth-grade classroom and turn everyday actions into learning opportunities for their children, bridging the gap between school and home. *Quantity pricing available for schools only.
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