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Author : Darlene Mannix
Edition : 2
Number of Pages : 464
Publisher : Jossey-Bass
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Product Description A flexible, ready-to-use program to help special students in grades K-5 learn appropriate ways to behave among others The revised and updated second edition of this bestselling resource book provides ready-to-use lessons--complete with reproducible worksheets--to help children become aware of acceptable social behavior and develop proficiency in acquiring basic social skills. The book is organized around three core areas crucial to social development in the primary grades: Accepting Rules and Authority at School, Relating to Peers, and Developing Positive Social Skills. Each lesson places a specific skill within the context of real-life situations, giving teachers a means to guide students to think about why the social skill is important. The hands-on activity that accompanies each lesson helps students to work through, think about, discuss, and practice the skill in or outside of the classroom. Customer reviews May be Helpful for Certain Special Needs Populations by .. M ()
I am a special education teacher who used this book while teaching middle school students, (high functioning autism, emotional disability, non-verbal learning disability, Asperger's Syndrome) who have social intelligences that range from 1st-3rd grade. The book was used as a guide throughout the year with other activities that I created to foster growth in social-emotional areas of learning. The students found the worksheet scenarios relatable and easy to understand. I would have to agree with another commenter that the children depicted and names of children in the book fulfill stereotypes of races and nationalities. Being an educator, I took the opportunity to teach my children about cultural awareness and breaking down stereotypes depicted in the book. The students were able to identify and discuss the illustrator's point of view about his perceptions and stereotypes of people. We created are own social story worksheets with better representations of people. The book is best used as a guide.
Social Skills book by .. M. Quinn ()
This book is helpful for the social skills group that I run, however the book has worksheets, not activities to do with the kids. It is mostly focused on behavior in school. It is a good supplemental tool for me.
Worth Using by .. A. Marcus ()
Have already started using in my class. Seller was very true to description and shipping.
enjoying class time by .. Amy E. Sanders (IL)
I am using this book in my special education class. The kids understand it and it is very easy to use. They enjoy working and I enjoy that.
Great for working with foster kids by .. Andrea Males (Oklahoma City, Ok)
I have used this book to help teach foster children in both a group and individual setting. It works well for children of all levels of functioning, not solely special needs. The examples in the book are well writen and cover all aspects of a childs socialization in school, at home, and with peers. I did have to omit a couple of worksheets that gave examples of how not to behave as it presented ideas that would be copied by low functioning or defiant kids. The systematic review of social skills utilizing worksheets and discussions has made this book a great addition to my work library.
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Author : Judith Saltman
Edition : 6
Number of Pages : 1373
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Company
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Product Description An anthology of nursery tales and rhymes, nonsense verse, poetry, folklore, mythology epics, fiction, and non-fiction from a variety of sources. Customer reviews A wonderful resource for parents & educators! by .. z hayes (plano,texas)
I purchased this book over two years ago, and find myself reading it again and again for it is such a useful compendium of children's literature. The book itself is beautifully bound and contains numerous black-and-white illustrations, as well as full color illustrations. It is divided into 6 parts,
i. Children's poetry [Mother Goose, other nursery rhymes, singing games, jingles, chants, counting-out rhymes], riddles,puzzles, and tongue twisters, lullabies & folk songs, nonsense verse, the storytelling tradition [ballads, narrative poetry], poems of a child's world, poems of imagination, poems of nature, poems of reflection].
ii. Picture books [text, selection & history]
iii. The oral tradition [ fables, folktales from different countries around the world, myths, legends, and sacred writings[Judeo-Christian, Islamic etc, epics and romances, story-telling]
iv. Fiction [realistic & historical fiction, fantasy & science fiction]
v. Nonfiction [ biography covering such famous people as Beatrix Potter, Gandhi, Anne Frank, also covering tracel & history, and science]
vi. Readings on children's literature [the creators, the critics]
and finally it ends with a very useful selected bibliography of children's lit, and has an appendix, and subject index, as well as an author, illustrator, and title index.
This is a truly valuable resource for parents, teachers, and anyone interested in children's literature.
Love this book by .. Sarrah (Michigan)
When I was a young, my mom was taking college classes and got this book for her class on children's lit. When the class was over, we would sit around and flip through the 1000s of poems, fairy tales and story excerpts from ya novels.
Now the book is on my shelf, and I pull it down to find poems to read to my daughter.
Completely enjoyable book for those looking for tons of poems/stories from around the world for children, and for those who want to learn more about the poems/stories themselves.
Riverside Anthology of Children's Literature by .. Sandra Lee (Arkansas)
This book is quite a treasure for any parent, but especially for teachers! Some of the material available include: Mother Goose Rhymes (104); Singing Games, Jingles and Chants (130); Riddles, Puzzles, Tongue Twisters (21); Lullibies and Folk Songs (29); all kinds of stories according to voice, fiction, nonfiction, or biography; and a treasure of poetry. Any teacher who needs good resource material will love this book! The price is high, but the material is priceless.
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Author : Robert S. Md Mendelsohn
Number of Pages : 304
Release Date : 1987-05-12
Publisher : Ballantine Books
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Product Description Dr. Robert Mendelsohn, renowned pediatrician and author advises parents on home treatment and diagnosis of colds and flus, childhood illnesses, vision and hearing problems, allergies, and more. PLUS, a complete section on picking the right doctor for your child, step-by-step instructions for knowing when to call a doctor, and much more. Customer reviews Pediatric Baby Book by .. Anne Hughes (Smithtown, NY)
Great and down to earth book. Lots of good and practical information. A little out of date though.
Empowers Parents to Choose the Best for their Child -- must read by .. Kelly Sullivan ()
This is my top pick for a must read book for parents. Ideally read it before or during pregnancy because gives good advice and arms parents to know what to expect at prenatal visits, birth, etc. and beyond and go into those appointments already informed and decided on what's best for their child.
I've referred to my book often and am now purchasing copies for my expecting extended family and friends and informing them that if they had to read just one book regarding children, this is it. It covers a wide range of childhood health issues and empowers parents to take charge of their children's health. I really applaud the author for his courage, wisdom and honesty in producing this valuable resource.
Truly a classic! by .. Mama Bean (Central Virginia)
I originally came upon a copy of this book at my chiropractor's office--who ironically enough takes x-rays of all new patients, which Dr. Mendelsohn warns against!--when I was pregnant (and consequently was able to avoid the x-ray). I think it is fitting to call this book a classic, and I recommend it to all new parents...IF they are ready to start to question mainline thinking regarding the state of children's healthcare in this country.
Dr. Robert Mendelsohn wrote "How to Raise a Healthy Child...In Spite of Your Doctor" in 1987, but it is still very much relevant today (unfortunately). His other works include "Confessions of a Medical Heretic," if that gives you any kind of clue. He is a straight-talker, and there is no room for B.S. in this book. You can sit down to read it in an afternoon and come away that evening with your eyes open. I dare say you may even have a "fire in your belly" to do something about it, like I did!
So, if you are wondering whether it is a good idea to put your foot down over issues like vaccines, antibiotics and circumcision, get a hold of this book! You will be glad you did. And, if you want to know more about how to give your child the best start he could ever hope for, I also recommend Healing Our Children: Because Your New Baby Matters! Sacred Wisdom for Preconception, Pregnancy, Birth and Parenting (ages 0-6) by Ramiel Nagel.
Breath of fresh air by .. C. Liktorius (GA)
It's amazing how spot on Dr. Mendelsohn is regarding children and their health, and this book was written quite a while ago. People tend to think of older doctors as 'old-fashioned' and not up on the new stuff, but this book is not at all filled with useless stuff. Its quite the contrary. Its filled with truly practical advice from a very experienced pediatrician. Its unfortunate that there aren't more doctors like him out there - but at least we can garner insight from this wonderful book.
I have a 4 year old and 1 year old twins and wish I had gotten this book sooner. Every new parent should have this on their bookshelf!
This Book saved my children! by .. Lola (Chicago)
I wish I could give it 10 stars. I can't say enough good things about this book and any/all of Dr. Mendelsohn's work. Dr. Mendelsohn was not only a brave pioneer, he was pragmatic, compassionate and truly cares for children. His information is as relevant for me today, as a young mother, as it was for my own mother and mother-in-law. His views and research on vaccination, infant nutrition and pre-natal nutrition is spot-on. I have purchased about 35 copies of this book and have given 7 away to my friends who are starting families and/or have children. Without exception, everyone of them have said the same thing - This book saved their children and saved them from making devastating mistakes. I say this with conviction and personal experience.
I gave birth six years ago at the "best" and most modern facility I could find - Northwestern Prentice Women's Clinic. Even today, breast-feeding is not only not encouraged but mothers are told it's ok not to even try! That's not even the among the most egregious!
I plan to continue giving this book to new mothers within my acquaintance and will recommend, implore, all new mothers to read this book and do their research! Children don't come with instruction manuals, we have to be vigilent and do our research but this book is pretty close to a manual and a great start.
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Number of Pages : 128
Publisher : Scribner
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Product Description Here are collected many of his responses to those letters, in which he share his feelings about writing, school, animals, and of course, Narnia. With understanding and respect, proving why he remains one of the best loved children's authors of all time. Customer reviews Exquisite, But You Can Get More for Your Money by .. Jacob Schriftman ()
This is an exquisite little collection of C. S. Lewis' letters to children. The emphasis lies on "little," though. What with the Introduction, biographical pages, and bibliography, there are fewer than a hundred pages of actual letters. Most of them, too, are pretty short, which makes for many empty spaces on the pages.
If you'd like to a read a few worthwhile passages by Lewis about Narnia, then get this book. But be aware that you can get much more for your money. All these letters are included in other, more comprehensive collections of Lewis' letters. I especially recommend The Collected Letters of C.S. Lewis, Volume 3: Narnia, Cambridge, and Joy, 1950 - 1963 (Collected Letters of C.S. Lewis).
But then again, the comprehensive volumes might be more than you desire. As far as Lewis' view on Narnia goes, "Letters to Children" is still the best collection out there.
- Jacob Schriftman, Author of The C. S. Lewis Book on the Bible: What the Greatest Christian Writer Thought About the Greatest Book
Charming insights on the man by .. J. Miller (LA, CA USA)
Lewis is largely known for his "Screwtape Letters," "Chronicles of Narnia," and "Mere Christianity." He ranges from the steeply theological to captivating children's fiction. What "Letters to Children" does is bridge the two worlds.
Bear in mind it is a collection of letters, not polished literature. You get a lot of asides and witticisms that one might say off-handedly to someone one never expects to talk to again. He thanks children for correcting the punctuation in his book. He always mentions the dreary weather in England. And he notes more than once that the children always seem to know who Aslan is, even when their parents don't get it.
But what is priceless about the book is that it captures a part of Lewis that he himself observes in his autobiographical essays. He is not particularly interested in or even familiar with children; he simply shares with them the same interest in great story-telling. Perhaps the best letter is the one in which he gives a little girl several tips on good writing. He encourages the children to write stories of their own. He almost discusses books with them the way you would expect him to with his colleagues at Oxford and Cambridge, and he gives children just that much respect. Lewis has an adult mind and a boy's heart, and that is why many of us continue to be in love with Lewis.
"Letters to Children" is a great read for the Lewis connoisseur who wants to know more of how his mind worked.
Letters from a Gracious Man by .. (Bay Area, CA United States)
Every time I read another book by C.S. Lewis I become more grateful for his life and his writings. This book is a gem, and a wonderful window into Lewis' soul. He answers these children's letters with self-effacing grace and humor, and with a sincere respect for their opinions and their dignity. While being a great writer has no particular connection with being a good person, this book is, to me, irresistable evidence of Lewis' personal goodness. The Angler (as he once referred to God in "Surprised by Joy") snared a fine specimen when he snared the soul of C.S. Lewis.
A bit lacking  by .. E. Villarreal (Mexico City, Mexico)
This is one book I had wanted to read for along time. It just seemed like an excellent idea to be able to experience an author in this extraordinary way, communicating with his number one fans: kids. Sadly, when I read it, I didn't like it that much. First of all, it was a very short read. I finished reading it in one afternoon. Secondly, I found the book to be lacking information, because letters are presented here and there, but most of the time we don't get to read a "two-way" conversation, so it is hard to follow. Also, I expected to read letters to and from many children, and was a bit disappointed when I realised only a few children's letters were featured. Still, I love C.S. Lewis, and was very happy to read his Letters to Children, and feel as if some had been written for me.
"yours ever... C.S. Lewis" by .. Cipriano (Planet Claire)
It is said that as regularly as the mail arrived, professor Lewis sat down at his desk and personally responded... even if the correspondents were little children who had come to know of him through his Narnia books. In fact, he felt it was his God-given duty to do so! "C.S. Lewis: Letters to Children" is a collection of these heartfelt responses, spanning nearly 20 years (1944-1963). Lewis's own direct contact with children was limited. He once said, "I theoretically hold that one ought to like children, but am shy with them in practice." (Letter to Arthur Greeves, Dec.'35). And in his "The Abolition of Man" he says (chap.1, para.11) "I myself do not enjoy the society of small children... I recognize this as a defect in myself." What he may have lacked in direct contact with children he certainly seems to have displaced with these personal letters, in which we see a lofty Oxford academic who is able to freely converse with children about such diverse topics as (of all things) Zoroastrianism, cats, the Gauls, Virgilian hexameter, the Renaissance, and his opinion that human faces are much easier to draw than animal faces. Never does he talk DOWN to his younger "friends". He usually signs off with an affectionate "yours ever"! And often he sprinkles a question or two of his own in a letter, which, rather than dismissing the sender, invites a response, showing he values these children. For example, an American girl (Joan) received 28 letters from Lewis over a 20 year period! Why do I give this book a rating of 5 stars? Is the writing as deep, weighty, and significant as War & Peace? Not even remotely. But, to me, it is remarkable that an academician/author of the caliber of C.S. Lewis found the time to write such beautiful simple letters to inquiring kids all over the world. There's something very refreshing (for Lewis fans like me at least) about picking this book up and just turning at random to any letter. One ends with "It is still cold here but the snowdrops, crocuses, primroses and daffodils are up and the thrushes are building nests." Or another "Well, I can't say I have had a happy Easter, for I have lately got married and my wife is very, very ill." Such disclosure is an example of the respect Lewis felt children worthy of. One word of caution though: Does a proper appreciation of this book require a familiarity with Lewis's works? Quite frankly: Yes! The Narnia books! Because so many of the letters are alluding to Narnia, readers unfamiliar with that cycle of books may find most of this book quite boring. Lewis never tired of corresponding with his child fans. His final letter, to a boy named Philip was written on November 21, 1963. The following day Lewis passed away peacefully at his Oxford home. Earlier, he had written the following to a group of fifth graders: "I'm tall, fat, rather bald, red-faced, double-chinned, black-haired, have a deep voice, and wear glasses for reading. The only way for us to get to Aslan's country is through death, as far as I know: perhaps some very good people get just a tiny glimpse before then.
Best love to you all. When you say your prayers sometimes ask God to bless me, Yours ever, C.S. Lewis"
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Author : School Specialty Publishing
Number of Pages : 54
Publisher : Brighter Child
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Product Description Brighter Child U.S. Presidents Flash Cards offer children a fun and easy way to learn about the U.S. Presidents. Featuring fascinating facts including their political parties, terms of office, and accomplishments these cards also include full-color portraits. Bonus cards featuring information about some of the most popular first ladies and a special card offering creative game ideas designed to reinforce learning are also included. The popular Brighter Child® Flash Cards give children a fun and easy way to practice important skills. Offering 24 titles encompassing preschool to grade 5, each title focuses on an important subject including early concepts, math, phonics, and U.S. History. Fun game ideas and learning suggestions are included to help children build proficiency and confidence. Game cards also allow children to develop thinking, decision-making, turn-taking, and social skills while playing fun games at the same time. Selected titles are also available in English-Spanish and Spanish only versions. Customer reviews Pretty good, but some pictures are cartoonish by .. M. Kort (Wheeling, IL USA)
I purchased these after following the election coverage on the web site of our local paper. They had a feature showing each past president, and I wanted something to help me learn all the presidents. These flash cards are pretty good, except the pictures are not the portraits we all know - which are probably the "official" portraits that are done for display in the White House or National Archives. Some of the illustrations look cartoonish to me. The cards have basic facts about each president (birth/death dates, political party, term of office, and some misc. facts). They are a good tool for learning the presidents, and for the price, a good value.
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Format : Kindle Book
Author : Cynthea Liu
Edition : 1
Publisher : Pivotal Publishing
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Product Description Nowhere will you find a more comprehensive, current, and detailed writing course designed specifically for writing children's and teen books, written by an author who is in the field today. WRITING FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS: A CRASH COURSE is a ten-step course that relays all the nitty-gritty details of the business, beginning with how to evaluate your book idea all the way to pitching your book to editors and agents. Within each step, you'll find clear and specific information covering topics such as the children's book market, manuscript format, revision tips, finding the right agent or publisher, submission etiquette, and common faux pas to avoid. This book will even tell you what kind of paper you should use and exactly how you should write your letters to editors and agents. Bonus materials include templates for all of your submission needs as well as examples of real-life editorial letters sent to authors from editors today. You will get a complete inside peak to the children's fiction writing market for Customer reviews This Is What You Need To Write Well And Get Published by .. Stephanie G. (Plattsburgh, NY)
The number of books lining the shelves on writing for children is mind boggling. This is THE ONE you should pick up. Cynthea teaches the ins and outs of writing strong books for children with humor and excellent examples. Though this kind of expression may usually be reserved for novels, it is appropriate to say that this book is a page turner. Once you start you can't stop reading it. And when you've finished it's a great reference. As an added bonus: it didn't break the bank to buy it. I highly recommend Cynthea Liu's book. If you're reading this you're already serious about wanting to write for children -- so what are you waiting for? Go order it!
A quick start guide for people who want to write for kids... by .. EQ (New England, USA)
There are lots of books about writing for children out there. Many are good. Some are great. What sets this book apart is Cynthea Liu's straight-forward, take-no-prisoners approach to teaching writing.
There's no fat or fluff or baloney in this book; no long philosphical rants about writing.
Instead, you'll find a distillation of how to write for kids written in clear, direct, language that's fun to read. It's like having a friend explain something to you over a plate of brownies.
If want to learn how to write for kids, then this is the book to get.
This is what you are looking for! by .. Orla Collins (Toronto, Canada)
Reading this book is like having a knowledgeable older sister sitting beside you explaining exactly how to put your idea on the page and then get it printed. Liu really wants people to write good stories and have them published. The mystique of the publishing house is dispelled as she explains, step by step, exactly how a manuscript should look. For anyone even thinking of writing a book, this is the first one you should read. However, the best part is that the book is actually funny.How refreshing to be given great advice in such a humourous and engaging fashion.
WRITING FOR CHILDREN by .. Joseph A. Digilio (West Palm Beach, Fl)
WRITING FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS: A CRASH COURSE (How to Write, Revise, and Publish a Kid's or Teen Book)
I think that this book was well written and presented. I have learned a lot from this book. As a first time children's book writer I find the book invaluable.
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Perfect for aspiring children's book authors! by .. Tammi Sauer (Edmond, OK)
I love this book! As a children's book author myself, I recommend it all the time to aspiring authors. It covers everything a writer needs to know about getting a children's book published--I only wish I had it when I was starting out! Cynthea's fresh, conversational style makes her book not only jam-packed with great information but a joy to read. Plus, I think her tips on revision are spot on. And getting an inside peek at real rejection and editorial letters? Priceless. This book is a must-have for every children's book writer.
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Author : Robert S. McKelvey
Edition : 1
Number of Pages : 319
Publisher : University of Washington Press
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Product Description How is it possible for practitioners of the healing arts to cope with the deaths of children and the devastating grief of their families? Physician Robert McKelvey looks squarely at this painful question and gets to the heart of it in When a Child Dies. Although the stories he tells are replete with heartbreak, he achieves a higher purpose by illuminating the successes and failures of medical training in helping doctors and nurses confront these deaths. McKelvey interviews members of a pediatric hospital staff, specifically those working in intensive care and hematology-oncology units where children often die and where caretakers have a great deal of experience with terminal illness. His interview subjects discuss their family backgrounds and what led them into medicine; their education, training, and on-the-job experience that helps them deal with death; their emotional reactions to the death of a young person; and their styles of coping, both personally and professionally. This is the first book to focus on the grieving process of physicians and nurses for their child patients. There is a wealth of information here that will be recognizable and comforting to those already in the medical profession and that will help in the training of those about to enter the profession. Physicians, nurses, and medical students, as well as sociologists, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, the clergy, and families, will find this book invaluable.
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Author : Robert S. Siegler
Edition : 4
Number of Pages : 528
Publisher : Prentice Hall
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Product Description This book offers a unified account of the major research findings and theories on the development of children's thinking from infancy to adolescence; and also considers their practical implications. It examines the change processes through which development occurs, as well as the nature of the changes in language, perception, memory, conceptual understanding, and problem-solving that mark cognitive development. Eight central themes presented in the first chapter integrate and unify the presentation. The authors examine Piaget's theory of development, information-processing theories of development, sociocultural theories, perceptual development, language development, memory development, conceptual development, problem solving, social cognition and the development of academic skills. For anyone involved in the thinking processes and development of children. Related Search : thinking 4th , edition , children s  |
Author : Kim S. Golding
Edition : 1
Number of Pages : 239
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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Product Description "Nurturing Attachments" combines the experience and wisdom of parents and carers with that of professionals to provide support and practical guidance for foster and adoptive parents looking after children with insecure attachment relationships. It gives an overview of attachment theory and a step-by-step model of parenting which provides the reader with a tried-and-tested framework for developing resilience and emotional growth.Featuring throughout are the stories of Catherine, Zoe, Marcus and Luke, four fictional children in foster care or adoptive homes, who are used to illustrate the ideas and strategies described, the book offers sound advice and provides exercises for parents and their children, as well as useful tools that supervising social workers can use both in individual support of carers as well as in training exercises. This is an essential guide for adoptive and foster parents, professionals including health and social care practitioners, clinical psychologists, child care professionals, and lecturers and students in this field. Related Search : fostered or , supporting children , adopted |
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