From the author of Make Someone Smile, this delightful collection of 26 rhyming poems is perfect for reading aloud. The themes—being kind, solving problems, learning from mistakes, telling the
Guides early childhood teachers on a journey of self-discovery and self-determination to take charge of their own professional development. This essential professional development resource provides ad
Teach and foster social skills with this lively collection of poems for children. Strong social skills are the key to getting along, succeeding in school and at home, and enjoying time with others. Ye
Book with CD-RomHow can educators of middle school students promote writing that builds authentic language arts skills? By engaging young people in meaningful literary activities that relate to their
Book with CD-RomImprove students’ writing skills and boost their assessment scores while adding arts education, creativity, and fun to the writing curriculum. With this vibrant resource, students lear
Book with CD-RomSome children learn easily, while others struggle. How can teachers make sure that every child has opportunities to develop his or her talents? The answer is differentiation: changing
We know that music builds brainpower. The Ready to Rock Kids series also builds social and emotional skills while supporting character education. Upbeat, inviting songs by a child psychologist and awa
The Safe & Caring Schoolsr teacher activity guides support the standards from the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) for the infusion of social and emotional learn
All young people need a safe, supportive place to “just talk” with caring peers and an attentive adult. Tested with thousands of teens in many kinds of schools (plus community centers, ch
This comprehensive, easy-to-use asset-building curriculum for grades 3-6 includes 42 sessions: one for each of the 40 assets, plus introductory and concluding sessions. Each session includes activiti
Cassandra is hassled by her friends for sitting with the “wrong” kids at lunch. Jennifer gets harassed because she’s overweight. Dwan’s own family taunts her for not being “black enough.” Yen is tease
From taunts and teasing to physical assault, many kids face difficult, even dangerous situations at school, at home, and in the community. How can they avoid conflict and defuse tough situations? Writ
Provides information for children with behavioral problems, discussing labels for various problems and how to make better choices at school and at home when dealing with emotions and problems.
This book offers proven, practical suggestions for encouraging social and emotional growth among gifted, talented, and creative children and youth. The authors explain what giftedness means, how gifte
Definitive resource for implementing, sustaining, and evaluating schoolwide cluster grouping, fully revised and expanded.In today’s standards-driven era, how can teachers motivate and challenge gifted
101 active games to encourage brain development and team building in classrooms, advisory groups, after-school programs, teams, and youth groups.In a Jar products: With unique, engaging topics for var
Book with CD-RomBuild children’s proficiency with oral and written communication, promote social and emotional learning (SEL), and help students work toward standards while developing critical skills
Some children act out, argue, disobey, and throw temper tantrums more frequently than others. If you’re parenting one of these high-maintenance kids, this book is for you. Clinical child psych
Based on a practical, six-part framework for reducing peer cruelty and increasing positive behavior support, End Peer Cruelty, Build Empathy utilizes the strongest pieces of best practices and current
Create a Culture of Kindness in Middle School focuses on positive attitudes and behaviors that build a respectful and compassionate school environment, while also addressing tough issues of prejudice,
Setting and sticking to goals can ease stress and anxiety, boost concentration, and make life more satisfying. This updated and revised edition of a trusted step-by-step guide helps teens articulate t
Kids with behavior challenges find helpful information, practical strategies, and sound advice to help them make smarter choices, make and keep friends, get along with teachers, take responsibility fo
Like other kids their age, highly capable adolescents experience developmental challenges. They’re forging identity, finding direction, exploring relationships, and learning to resolve conflict
Why do some people accomplish so much more than others? It’s not because they’re smarter or more talented. It’s because they know how to set and reach goals. Research shows that eff
This teacher’s companion to a classic book for kids provides tools for building self-esteem and personal power. Without self-esteem, kids doubt themselves and may turn to unhealthy habits as a w
Being a gifted education teacher has always posed special challenges. In their first book together, two veteran educators of the gifted give teachers the information, advice, and encouragement they ne
What does it mean to be “gifted”? What’s good—and not so good—about being identified as gifted? How can parents make sure their gifted children get the learning opportun
All young people need a safe, supportive place to “just talk” with caring peers and an attentive adult. Talk with Teens About What Matters to Them by Jean Sunde Peterson, Ph.D., has been tested with t
Resource guide for children for learning political action skills that can help them make a difference in solving social problems at the community, state, and national levels.
Updated, practical resource helps teachers, counselors, and youth leaders bring gifted students together to talk face-to-face about important issues in their lives.In our digital era, young people nee
