Creative Assessment Strategies
This book about creative approaches to assessment is clearly written for both teachers & students, says Tracey Muise, with many ready to implement ideas.
STEM PD: Expert Advice
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Family Science Night Fun
Reviewer Catharine Pierce says the well organized fun found in Shelley Connell’s Family Science Night can enrich after-school clubs and classroom teaching.
Teaching Argument vs. Evidence
Sarah Tantillo, author of The Literacy Cookbook, tackles the argument vs. evidence challenge with 6 steps to help prepare students for the ELA CCSS.
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Promote a Passion for Reading
Penny Kittle, says Kevin Hodgson, offers an ode to the power of reading to expand our intellects and a guide to encouraging our most reluctant readers.
Belonging in the Middle Grades
When students feel they "belong" in school, they are more likely to thrive academically, socially & emotionally, says teacher & doctoral candidate Amanda Wall.
3 CCSS-Friendly Digital Tools
Techie teaching consultant Mike Fisher shares ideas about upgrading your lessons for the Common Core, using cool digital tools like Picktochart.
Teaching Argument Writing
Not a portable guide, says Jaime Greene, but a book that "did help me begin to wrap my brain around what quality argument in the classroom sounds and looks like."