Child Education

How do the emergency services in different countries of the world rescue people? How do they travel and what equipment do they use? This book looks at rescues made at sea around the world, including the work of lifeguards on beaches and military coast guards.

What is a verb? Does it swim? Chew? Slither or zoom? It does all of these things and more.

There are as many possible approaches to teaching children at home, that is, "homeschooling", as there are homes and families who choose to take up this individualized approach to education. Catherine Read chose to model her school-at-home on the curriculum used in Waldorf schools. This audiobook is the story of her journey as the primary teacher of her two daughters through the Waldorf curriculum from early childhood through high school grade eleven: what she did, when she did it, and why.

As teen math prodigy Agnijo Banerjee and his teacher David Darling reveal, complex math surrounds us. If we think long enough about the universe, we're left not with material stuff, but a ghostly and beautiful set of equations. Packed with puzzles and paradoxes, mind-bending concepts, and surprising solutions, Weird Math leads us from a lyrical exploration of mathematics in our universe to profound questions about God, chance, and infinity. A magical introduction to the mysteries of math, it will entrance beginners and seasoned mathematicians alike.

Born in the picturesque town of Taxco, Mexico, Julissa Arce was left behind for months at a time with her two sisters, a nanny, and her grandma while her parents worked tirelessly in America in hopes of building a home and providing a better life for their children. That is, until her parents brought Julissa to Texas to live with them. From then on, Julissa secretly lived as an undocumented immigrant, went on to become a scholarship winner and an honors college graduate, and climbed the ladder to become a vice president at Goldman Sachs.

Young writers discover techniques for crafting persuasive opinion essays. Think rabbits make the best pets or that winter is better than summer? Share your opinion through writing! This engaging nonfiction book includes basic writing instructions, tips, and prompts tailored to beginning writers' needs. Perfect for research writing, browsing, or for fun!

Do teachers have a front-row seat to America’s decline? Jeremy S. Adams, a teacher at both the high school and college levels, thinks so. Adams has spent decades trying to instill wisdom, ambition, and a love of learning in his students. And yet, as he notes, when teachers get together, they often share an arresting conclusion: Something has gone terribly wrong. Something essential is missing in our young people. Their curiosity seems stunted, their reason undeveloped, their values uninformed, their knowledge lacking, and, most worrying of all, their humanity diminished.

The “modern” education system. It hasn't changed much since it started back in 1837. The same rules apply. Whether your child pays attention to the teacher or not, it's up to them. The problem is, even if the child tries to pay attention, many find it difficult to learn this way. In fact, compared to active learning, traditional lecturing increases the failure rates by as much as 55 percent. On top of that, it can result in thousands of dollars in private tutoring and extra resources.

Do you ever feel like you are being pulled in two different directions with your child's education? Maybe your child is currently being included in the general education program at their school, despite having unique and specific needs due to their disability. Perhaps you are desperate to ensure that your child has access to the very best educational experience they can possibly have. Maybe you are keen to be a more effective partner in your child's education, without feeling overwhelmed with all of the other things you have going on in your life.

In a smart, entertaining, reassuring book that reads like fiction, Alexandra Robbins manages to cross Gossip Girl with Freaks and Geeks and explain the fascinating psychology and science behind popularity and outcasthood. She reveals that the things that set students apart in high school are the things that help them stand out later in life.

This book is about a father’s advice to his daughter as she turns 18. The advice is given through 18 letters wherein each letter covers one important topic of life. This book is, therefore, relevant for every parent and child. Are you a parent who is concerned about your child’s future? Do you want the best for your child? Do you find yourself short of words or phrases when you communicate on important issues involving your child’s welfare and happiness? Do you have a communication problem with your children? Are you tensed about the choices your children are going to make in the ...

Over the past decade, educational instruction has become increasingly digitized as districts rush to dole out laptops and iPads to every student. Yet the most important question, “Is this what is best for students?” is glossed over. Veteran teachers Joe Clement and Matt Miles have seen firsthand how damaging technology overuse and misuse has been to our kids. On a mission to educate and empower parents, they show how screen saturation at home and school has created a wide range of cognitive and social deficits in our young people.

"What Shall We Do Today? 29th May – Paws, Claws, and Nature's Laws" Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on an unforgettable adventure that combines fun, friendship, and fascinating facts about our natural world! 🌿 Perfect for classrooms, bedtime reading, and young nature enthusiasts ages 6-9 🌿 In this delightful addition to the popular "What Shall We Do Today?" series, three curious friends discover the wonders of conservation, wildlife, and environmental stewardship during an exciting day at the zoo. When Maya arrives with news about a special event called "Amazing Nature Day," the ...

A long time teacher of the young, M. J. Cousins has composed a variety of original poems to be read aloud to children or read by children - story poems, nonsense poems, funny poems, poems to love and treasure. This is a great book for families, Early Childhood Educators and teachers to enhance reading programs or just enjoy for the love of reading!

When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew that she was different. It wasn’t until years later that she was diagnosed with autism, a brain disorder that makes communication difficult. Today, Dr. Temple Grandin is a scientist and professor of animal science at Colorado State University. Her career has revolutionized the livestock industry - each year, half the cattle in the United States are handled in cruelty-free facilities she designed. She is also a passionate advocate for autism, using her experience to prove that people with this disorder can have “normal” lives.

If I were a Major League baseball player, I would smack the ball out of the park! I would scoop up a grounder and throw out the runner. Dream big, and see what fun it is to be a Major League baseball player.

Unleash the Power of Faith-Fueled Parenting! In a world filled with noise and distractions, how can you guide your children to become Christian leaders who stand strong in their faith? "Raising Christian Leaders: A Parent's Guide" is your roadmap to raising exceptional children grounded in Christian values. With this transformative guide in your hands, you'll discover the keys to unlocking your child's leadership potential while nurturing their unwavering faith. Why You Need This Guide: Faith That Flourishes: Ignite your child's spiritual journey as you build a rock-solid foundation of ...

Eva Moskowitz has built a national reputation as the founder and leader of Success Academy Charter Schools, one of the country’s most highly regarded networks of schools, but while most people know Eva for her success in educating 20,000 mainly low-income students who are routinely accepted to our nation’s best universities, she has also been responsible for raising three children of her own. In A+ Parenting, Eva shares what she has learned both as a parent and an educator about raising children to be enthusiastic and successful learners.

Learning about the Bible is more fun and engaging than ever! The best-selling Read with Me Bible, NIrV provides early listeners ages four-eight with 106 easy-to-relisten Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments. Children love it. Parents trust it. Easy to listen and easy to understand, the Read with Me Bible, NIrV will quickly become your child’s favorite Bible, as it has for thousands and thousands of other children. The Read with Me Bible, NIrV will instill a love of God’s Word in your child as they snuggle up and listen to it with you.

If your class has 23 or more students, there's more than a 50% chance that two or more students share a birthday. How is this possible? Learn about probability with this simple exercise.