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Kanopy Streaming
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Since its publication, teachers throughout the world have made The Daily 5 one of the most widely read books in education. Through this proven structure, teachers experience for themselves the power of students gaining independence and monitoring their own behaviors. Join Gail and Joan as they work with third- and fifth-grade teachers in two diverse Midwest classrooms where the Daily 5 has been in place for several years. As the popularity of the...
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Kanopy Streaming
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You can read books or attend workshops about how to teach writing, but there's no substitute for seeing master teachers put ideas into practice with real kids. When students write takes us into the classrooms at Bailey's Elementary School in the outskirts of Washington, DC, where teachers wrestle with the questions of what it means to become an effective writer and what is a teacher's role in developing students' competence as writers. The four videos...
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Kanopy Streaming
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English
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Readers in grades 3-6 present unique challenges and opportunities for teachers. Many intermediate readers can decode text well, but few have the skills required for the thick textbooks and complex literature they will encounter in the middle grades and beyond. Teachers need to guide students as they develop sophisticated strategies for tackling a variety of new text, while helping students cultivate the independence and self-reflection they need for...
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Kanopy Streaming
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English
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In her book In the company of children, Joanne Hindley invites you inside her third-grade New York City classroom to "have a look" as she describes her reading and writing workshops. Joanne extends the invitation once again through a series of four video programs that give you a close-up look at mini-lessons and conferences during those workshops. In the two programs on reading mini-lessons and writing mini-lessons, she explores and rethinks the resources,...
6) Dolphins!
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Did you know that Dolphins are not only the friendliest or caring creatures, but also the most, intelligent. Dolphins are, found all across the world and are close relatives of whales. Did you also, know that Dolphins help the sick or injured members? They are the BEST!
9) Bugly
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Bugly is a ladybug that introduces your child to the colorful and wonderful world of bugs using size, shapes, and colors with a little extra. No fear...just FUN!
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"Rhymes to Count On" is a great story to teach young learners counting from 1-20. Filled with 14 nursery rhymes and classic songs, including: "One, Two Buckle My Shoe," "This Old Man," "Ten Little Bluebirds," "Ten In The Bed," and much more! Engaging sound-effects and fun music will entertain pre-readers as these rhyming nursery rhymes reinforce early literacy skills needed for school success. With this perfect combination of education and entertainment,...
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Ten Amazing People shows kids that spiritual people can have an exciting impact on the world around them.
Ten Amazing People uses vibrant pictures, fascinating profiles, and a wealth of intriguing information to bring to life the passion and actions of some of the past century's greatest leaders.
Through thought, deed, and determined spiritual lives, these amazing people changed our world for the better. Coming from different backgrounds and faiths,...
13) Give Thanks
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It's good manners to always say "thank you." A "thank you" that truly comes from the heart is even better.
One day goat, llama, duck and donkey planned a "thank you" party for the farmer and his wife, which revealed they had a special gift. They could talk!
Goat, llama, duck and donkey were grateful to have the farmer in their lives and were always "thankful" for his kindness.
The farmer was equally "thankful" to have goat, llama, duck...
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Are you ready to go on a HUNT? I hope so! These hunts are a lot of fun, and they are educational. By spending fifteen to twenty minutes, you and your students will be able to do the following: Learn about animals, including their descriptions, habitats, predators, diets, and babies. Learn interesting facts about things, including geographical terrain and climate. Touch on several subjects and skill sets, such as social studies, literacy, visualization,...
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The coming decade holds immense potential for dramatic improvement in U.S. education and in the achievement of American children and in this volume, members of the Hoover Institution's Koret Task Force on K-12 Education examine both the potential gains and the pitfalls that lie ahead, informed by where U.S. education has been, what changes have been made in recent years, and what's still required for the comprehensive overhaul that this vital enterprise...
16) The Z Wizard
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Zachary has waited twenty five days! He's waited twenty-five letters. Finally! At last! It's his day. It's Z Day! He has more Z's in his life than his class could ever imagine! What will he tell them about his name? Will he tell them about his home and family? Will he be amazing? Will he razzle-dazzle his friends? Read the Zee Wizard to fine out!
17) Natural Me
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This little book has two goals: it is a lyceum of thought and a critical reflection. You will be introduced to episodes in elementary schools that impact successful teaching and learning for young children. To get the most out of this book, you must be brave and suspend your power. Then you are ready to join your students as they feel their way through social challenges because you remember when. Read and discuss this book with your students and your...
18) Be One of a Kind
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Every child is wonderfully unique and should be celebrated. Children should realize their own characteristics make them amazing, different, and stand out in a crowd. Equally important is to accept and value the differences they see in others. Be One-of-a-Kind details the importance of being true to one's own self. Everyone is special, with a uniqueness to share with the world.
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Learn About Bigfoot with Activities!
One of the biggest mystery's is the legend of Bigfoot! Bigfoot gets his name from the size of his enormous footprints. Did you know that Bigfoot is also called Sasquatch. He is a hairy creature that walks on two feet and looks similar to a primate or ape. Some people have claimed to see Bigfoot, but no one has ever caught one. What do you think? Is he real? You decide!
20) The Little Fish
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Dive Into Reading With the Adventures of Scuba Jack and Majestic Learning.
Little Fish Swim With Me is a delightful story that all children will love! Embark on an epic journey under the sea looking for fish and other ocean creatures beneath the waves with Scuba Jack!
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