Grounded in research and theory, Sparking Joyful Learning: A Teacher's Guide to Connecting Play and Reader Response highlights the connections between play and literacy and provides teachers with resources for building upon children’s playful reading responses in the PK-3 classroom. Readers will find guidance on using diverse children’s literature and ways to connect responsive play to literacy instruction, standards, and assessments. The approaches outlined in this book aim to spark imaginative learning with literacy instruction that is creative, joyful, and meaningful.

Creative Teachers... A Manual is directly addressed to teachers involved with the education and development in schools and colleges. The approach to creative teaching expounded in the manual is based on the principles derived Human Resource Development.In the seats of learning, the youth are at their learning and receptive best. Teachers play a vital role in bringing out their creative

In the domain of education, the crucial connection between families and professionals faces obstacles that create a gap undermining student success. The conventional family engagement model falls short as the concept of "family" broadens to encompass various individuals influencing a child's learning path. Despite recognized significance backed by research and federal mandates, systemic barriers persist, disproportionately impacting culturally, linguistically, and economically diverse families. Furthermore, the absence of a unified resource that integrates disability, diversity, and technology exacerbates these issues, leaving educators unprepared to establish fair educational settings. Offering a groundbreaking solution, Millicent Musyoka's research book, titled Meaningful and Active Family Engagement: IEP, Transition, and Technology Integration in Special Education, disrupts the existing norm and redefines family engagement. Through this pioneering work, both scholars and educators gain a comprehensive manual for navigating the intricate terrain of inclusive education. Musyoka's expertise, spanning multilingualism, multicultural education, and special education, equips readers with strategies to bridge the divide between professionals and families. By highlighting legislative foundations and validated theories, the book offers a roadmap to transform engagement into purposeful collaboration. Meaningful and Active Family Engagement: IEP, Transition, and Technology Integration in Special Education covers diverse topics, including involving diverse families and those with disabilities, and integrating technology for effective communication. Through case studies, conflict resolution insights, and appreciation of diversity's benefits, Musyoka empowers readers to foster inclusive educational environments. The book's innovation lies in its comprehensive approach, addressing disability, diversity, and technology as interlinked components. Academics, educators, and service providers will discover this resource as transformative—a pivotal stride toward achieving equity, social justice, and enhanced student outcomes.

The Art Playroom is a guide for setting up at-home art spaces and introducing art prompts to promote innovative thinking, skill-building, collaboration, and independence.

Find your focus with this transformative guide from an organizational psychologist and Marie Kondo, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying and star of the Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. Marie Kondo's first book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying, sparked a new wave of publishing and became an international bestseller. Now, for the first time, you will be guided through the process of tidying up your work life – digitally and physically. Whether you're working at home, in the office, or a combination of the two, if you properly simplify and organize your work life once, you’ll never have to do it again. In Joy at Work, KonMari method pioneer Marie Kondo and organizational psychologist Scott Sonenshein will help you to refocus your mind on what's important at work, and as their examples show, the results can be truly life-changing. With advice on how to improve the way you work, the book features advice on problem areas including fundamentals like how to organize your digital and physical desktop, finally get through your emails and find balance by ditching distractions and focusing on what sparks joy.

The topic of mothers and mothering transcends all spaces, from popular culture to intellectual thought and critique. This collection of essays bridges both methodological and theoretical frameworks to explore forms of mothering that challenge hegemonic understandings of parenting and traditional notions of Latinx womxnhood. It articulates the collective experiences of Latinx, Black, and Indigenous mothering from both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border. Thirty contributors discuss their lived experiences, research, or community work challenging multiple layers of oppression, including militarization of the border, border security propaganda, feminicides, drug war and colonial violence, grieving and loss of a child, challenges and forms of resistance by Indigenous mothers, working mothers in maquiladoras, queer mothering, academia and motherhood, and institutional barriers by government systems to access affordable health care and environmental justice. Also central to this collection are questions on how migration and detention restructure forms of mothering. Overall, this collection encapsulates how mothering is shaped by the geopolitics of border zones, which also transcends biological, sociological, or cultural and gendered tropes regarding ideas of motherhood, who can mother, and what mothering personifies. Contributors Elva M. Arredondo Cynthia Bejarano Bertha A. Bermúdez Tapia Margaret Brown Vega Macrina Cárdenas Montaño Claudia Yolanda Casillas Luz Estela (Lucha) Castro Marisa Elena Duarte Taide Elena Sylvia Fernández Quintanilla Paula Flores Bonilla Judith Flores Carmona Sandra Gutiérrez Ma. Eugenia Hernández Sánchez Irene Lara Leticia López Manzano Mariana Martinez Maria Cristina Morales Paola Isabel Nava Gonzales Olga Odgers-Ortiz Priscilla Pérez Silvia Quintanilla Moreno Cirila Quintero Ramírez Felicia Rangel-Samponaro Coda Rayo-Garza Shamma Rayo-Gutierrez Marisol Rodríguez Sosa Brenda Rubio Ariana Saludares Victoria M. Telles Michelle Téllez Marisa S. Torres Edith Treviño Espinosa Mariela Vásquez Tobon Hilda Villegas

Thanks to unprecedented advances in brain science, we know more about the brain today than ever before. But what does that science tell us about how we learn? How can we capture the power of neuroscience research so that it benefits our students? Judy Willis and Malana Willis answer these questions with clarity and insight, translating recent research on the brain and learning into understandable concepts and practical strategies to use across the curriculum, spanning all grade levels from preK through postsecondary. In this revised and expanded edition of the bestselling Research-Based Strategies to Ignite Student Learning, readers will learn how to * Arouse students' curiosity and interest in pursuing wide-ranging topics, including those they might typically find boring. * Counteract the negative effects of stress, boredom, and frustration on memory. * Defuse undesirable behaviors that are the result of the brain's natural "fight/flight/freeze" response. * Incorporate the motivating characteristics of video gaming—including clear goals, achievable challenges, predictions, and continual feedback—into classroom learning. * Break through stereotypes that deter students from reaching their full potential. * Use the power of neuroscience research to develop students' executive function skills, such as focus, prioritization, organization, collaboration, critical analysis, and innovation. Willis and Willis describe how the brain converts a vast amount of sensory input into long-term memory and durable understanding, and how educators can use this knowledge to guide students to more successful experiences in school and beyond.

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 The first thing that greets you when you get to the office on Monday morning is a desk covered in things, things, and more things! Piles of documents, random paper clips, unopened letters delivered who-knows-when, and a laptop plastered with sticky-note reminders. #2 Clutter is bad for business as well as individual productivity. It can be solved by tidying up. #3 I had been working as a salesperson for a staffing agency, but I never seemed to improve. One day, after another discouraging round of sales calls, I put down the receiver with a deep sigh. I realized that I had become lax in my tidying habits at home. #4 The Pygmalion effect is the idea that the tidier someone’s desk is, the higher their evaluation of their character and capacity will be. This raises their self-esteem and motivation, which in turn leads to better performance.

In "The Joyful Mindset Makeover: Transform Your Life Through Positive Emotions," you're invited to step onto the path of self-discovery and transformation. This comprehensive guide unveils the untapped potential within you, demonstrating how positive emotions can serve as the cornerstone of a fulfilling and vibrant life. From the very first chapter, "The Science of Joyful Living," you'll explore the intricate dance between positive emotions and well-being, uncovering the ways in which cultivating joy can enhance cognitive function, physical health, and emotional intelligence. Dive into the neurological and psychological benefits of joy, learning about the neurotransmitters and brain chemistry that contribute to your emotional landscape. Discover the profound impact of joy on neuroplasticity, rewiring your brain for greater happiness and resilience. As you journey through the chapters, you'll encounter a myriad of practical tools for creating and sustaining a joyful mindset. Delve into the art of optimism, learning how to challenge negative thought patterns and reframe challenges as opportunities. Embrace the practices of gratitude and mindfulness, which anchor you in the present moment and amplify your capacity for joy. Explore the transformative effects of forgiveness, empathy, and service, fostering deep connections and radiating positivity into the world. With each turn of the page, "The Joyful Mindset Makeover" guides you in recognizing your strengths, aligning with your passions, and finding flow in various aspects of life. You'll uncover the joys of minimalism, nourishment, creativity, and more, integrating these practices to cultivate a life brimming with radiant bliss. Throughout this book, you'll encounter a blend of insightful wisdom and lighthearted humor, making your journey of transformation both informative and enjoyable. The engaging writing style captivates your attention, while the actionable steps and reflections ensure that you're not just reading but actively participating in your own joyous evolution. Whether you're seeking to conquer challenges, deepen relationships, or simply infuse more joy into your daily existence, "The Joyful Mindset Makeover" offers a roadmap for your personal growth. It's a guidebook to rewire your emotional landscape, empower your mindset, and craft a life that radiates with the transformative power of positive emotions.