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This "Teach Yourself" guide for GCSE intermediate level maths is exclusive to WHSmith until further notice. ... Read more

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The printed course of study for the elementary schools to be found
in June, 1915, the time the facts were gathered for this report, was
prepared under a former administration. While its main outlines were
still held to, it was being departed from in individual schools in
many respects. Except occasionally it was not possible to find record
of such departures. It was believed that to accept the printed manual
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thoughtful, constructive workers within the system. But it must be
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school years in a score and more of subjects, distributed through a
hundred buildings. Only a small fraction of this comprehensive program
is going on during any week of the school year; and of this fraction
only a relatively small amount could actually be visited by one man in
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work done or of work projected, unduly large weight had to be given to
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25 reproducible maps, featuring temperature, transportation routes, endangered species populations, and more, are paired with crossword puzzles to make map-skills review fun! As students read and analyze the map to answer the crossword clues, they build important geography skills and reinforce social studies vocabulary.For use with Grades 4Ð8. ... Read more

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A really useful tool for teaching map concepts!
In a word--Wow!

As a school librarian, I look for good, practical, teaching items to place in the Professional Library for teacher check-out only. This workbook, "25 Map Crosswords: Ready-to-go Reproducible Maps with Crossword Puzzles to Teach Key Geography Skills and Build Content-Area Vocabulary," is an astonishing source to teach all kinds of map skills--you know the kind--on all those high-stakes tests!

Frankly, if I were a classroom teacher, I would buy my own copy to avoid potential absence of the book when needed (potential absence=already checked out). However, I know that some teachers cannot afford such expenses, so I try to help through the library. The maps go beyond what you might imagine. They afford practical, real-world experience, plus that pre-testing advantage. When I taught English at the high school level, English teachers were responsible for teaching how to read graphs and charts. Some of these "maps" fall into those categories.

Let's examine a couple:
(Note: I bought my copy based on a vague description. I want to give readers more precise information. Why? Because this workbook is worth every penny--and more!!)
(The 25 maps are arranged in an increasingly higher level of thinking.)

Example 1: (the first one) It is called "Highways" with the map set in Arizona. The introductory note tells the student that "Highway maps don't just show where roads lead to. They also show the different types of maps...."
A sample question: "Routes 80 and 10 come together in which town?" This answer goes in Down 13. In addition to the map and crossword, each item is set on two pages and always contains at least one block of factoids. "Highways: Arizona" has this: Today there are more than 42,000 miles of interstate highways....The Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1944 authorized construction of the interstate highway system." I'm glad to know students will learn that!

Example 2: "Religions: World", pp. 32-33. Introductory note: "This map shows the major religions of the world....useful for learning the culture of a place." The factoid block tells the reader that Christianity has two billion followers, while Islam has one billion. A sample question: "This continent has more different religions than any other" (Across 14).

Other examples include Growth of Railroads: Europe, Products: Montana, Precipitation: Africa, City Map: London, Physical: Antarctica, Comparing maps: Baseball teams, 1952 to 1995, Subway: Washington, D.C., Metro, and Population Cartogram: World.

As you can see, these examples cover a wide range and variety of topics. What a teaching tool each one is!!

To whom do I recommend this workbook? To all teachers, both elementary and high school, of social studies and English/Reading. It is labeled for ages 9-12, but it would be quite effective in the general high school geography, English, and history classes. As the social studies teacher in my school noted, "You cannot teach the whys and wherefores of maps too many times."

Three last words: Buy this now! ... Read more

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Compiled by specialists at Pitman Publishing, this is a complete self-instructional course in touch typing. It takes you from the first principles of typing to mastery of the QWERTY keyboard. At each stage, exercises provide extensive practice in keyboard operation and technique and in the layout of business correspondence and tabular and display work. The book also includes advice on punctuation, spelling and abbreviations. This edition is fully in line with examination requirements for 2003. ... Read more

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The best LSAT self-study course goes high-tech!This indispensable guide combines the excellence of the finest test-prep courses with the ease and convenience of the self-teaching approach -- and now they also include the best in computerized sample tests on CD-ROM! Features include:- Timed full-length tests for diagnosis and practice- Untimed study mode allowing users to call up explanatory answers for any question- Test score reports analyzing strengths and weaknesses ... Read more

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Fast-paced preparation for the GMATCAT.This guide is specially made for students who wait for the last minute. Designed for fast-paced learning as the clock ticks down to test day, the book consists of just 24 easy lessons that can be completed in an hour or less. Each lesson presents a basic test topic in superconcentrated form, and then moves quickly to intensive, hands-on practice that builds skills and boosts scores. Because the study topics are divided into small, manageable units, the learning process is never overwhelming. Even if theres little time left, this friendly tutorial makes every hour count toward higher scores! ... Read more

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Excellent book !
I just rated Kaplan's GMAT book but I feel I need to chime in regarding Arco...because that book was very helpful !

I'm not a native speaker of English and have never taken a standardized test before in my life; yet I scored a 770 (99 percentile) on the GMAT in my first try 3 days ago.

I started out with Arco's 24-hour course. Arco's book is great, and it has quite a bit more stuff on the math and verbal part than Kaplan has. I didn't get the CD rom though since I got an older edition, so I can't rate the software. But the book itself is excellent.

Arco has a lot of useful info on both the math and verbal sections. There are a lot of relevant problems in the book, and their style comes close to the real thing. The book is well written with lots of useful advice. There a very few mistakes and printing errors in the book.

After Arco I went on to tackle the official guide from ETS. Anyone who wants to prepare for the GMAT should work some of the problems in this book. I did them all, but I don't really think that's neccesary -- just do the final third in each section and you'll be fine.

Finally I read the Kaplan book. There was not much in the book that I didn't already know. In fact, Kaplan has much less material than Arco. However, when you start working with Kaplan's CD rom you realize how much info is packed on that disk. There's 18 quizzes with 9 math and 9 verbal and they're all great practice. They actually force you to work *faster* than you'll need for the real test. Also, there are very few errors in the Kaplan material, and their problems come very close to the real ones.

I took the four GMAT CATs on the CD rom and got 700, 780, 660 and 700. There's no question that Kaplan artificially lower your score so you're guaranteed to score higher on the real test, but that's cool as long as it doesn't discourages you. Just know that's the way it is.

I also took the PowerPrep tests, just for practice... but I had already done the problems in the ETS book ! However you definitely should work with PowerPrep to get a sense of the problems and the way they're presented.

Hope this helps. Good luck !!

This book was excellent
I used this book as the capstone to a self-taught GMAT course.It provided adequate review of the quantitative and verbal concepts on the exam, challenging practice problems, and good answer explanations.The AWAsection was also helpful.

In addition, I used Kaplan's CD and the GMATPowerPrep software, both were also excellent.

A Good Buy for Getting Familiar with the GMAT
I bought this book six weeks in advance of taking the GMAT.This book is great for getting you familiar with the test and showing common testing pitfalls.I felt like I needed the most help with the Verbal section and this book helped me to decipher what the GMAT question was really asking meinstead of what I thought it was asking me. My unofficial results show anOUTSTANDING grade.

Excellent....but BEWARE, some errors
I thought that a few of the answers might have been erroneous, and then I confirmed it.There's a few errors in the math section (i.e. pg 109 prob10...x can equal 1 or -1).But other than that, this is a greatbook...quick and thorough...doesn't waste time...review is the best I'veread.It explains how the test is scored better than the other books toowhich I think is vital.If you only have time for one book, use this one.

VERY GOOD
This is the best i have used so far. The math review is very detailed and by far the best. After going through another book, i learned so much more with this one. What I liked most is that the quick quizzes after eachsection are tougher than the lesson problems. So,they bring you up anotherlevel once you have mastered the lesson. E.g., I am better at sentencecorrection and breezed through those lessons, but got slowed down in thequiz. Each lesson takes ~1 hour, so the 24 hr thing refers to 24 man-hoursof study, not day hours. I spent two weeks on the book. ... Read more

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The quickest route to success on the paper- or computer-based GRE.This guide is specially made for students who wait for the last minute. Designed for fast-paced learning as the clock ticks down to test day, the book consists of just 24 easy lessons that can be completed in an hour or less. Each lesson presents a basic test topic in superconcentrated form, and then moves quickly to intensive, hands-on practice that builds skills and boosts scores. Because the study topics are divided into small, manageable units, the learning process is never overwhelming. Even if theres little time left, this friendly tutorial makes every hour count toward higher scores! ... Read more

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It was OK....but proofreading would have helped
I was so glad I didn't buy this book b/c there were errors in it. Not toomany where it would be a book I would never reccommend, but there weremistakes. I am surprised b/c one would think a test prep book would beproof read before it was released. All and all it was a good book and I'mglad I had it to get through the GRE. I gave it only one star b/c it shouldhave been proof read better. Hopefully the next edition will be correct

Didn't they proofread this book?
I found this review book to be very frustrating.My fiance, who has a finance degree, found many errors with there math examples.The answers to most of the math examples were typos and that made it increasinglyfrustrating.It squeezed too much useless information into each sectionand did not provide enough useful tips on saving time.If one was to buythis book, they better have a bookstore available to look at supplementaryGRE materials.If you are looking for a confidence builder to the GRE,don't search here.

Just about ok.
Actually it is not a book a guy should buy. Maybe it is just worth borrowing and going through for a week. The exercises are not at all challenging and tend to give a false impression of the GRE as a very easyexam. Also it lacks a good word list. ... Read more

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This user-friendly book Riwith step by step directions gives any reader the tools to teach someone else to read. With easy to follow lesson plans, built in evaluation, and tips on how to reach students in the way they learn best, anyone can teach a child, teen or adult, an individual or group, a beginning or at-risk reader.

The book's emphasis is on the important early basic skills of:

*Memorizing a sight word vocabulary of words used most often, which can't be figured out by using the most commonly used phonics rules.

*Using the most commonly used phonics rules to figure out words used most often, which don't need to be memorized, and obtaining a firm knowledge of how to apply those rules to future unknown words.

*developing basic comprehension skills to assure that the reader understands what the words are saying.

Check lists are provided for determining how the student learns best. Multiple activities and unique yarns, called "Silly Stories," and cartoon illustrations make phonic rules and sight words fun to learn and more memorable. Lists of consonant and vowel sounds, sight and phonetic words, plus rules used to figure out words are included in the Appendices. ... Read more

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Literacy
The book arrived on time and in great condition.I am thrilled with it's approach for teaching adults learn to read or to read better.I recommend it highly to anyone who has an opportunity to do this.

fun teaching method for phonics
I actually ordered another phonics program ($65) to evaluate alongside this one and ended up returning the other because it was difficult to follow.This book is easy to understand and the story method of presenting phonics rules is fun for the teacher and the student.She makes it clear that this book is a launching pad, which is why I give it 4 stars.I had to get other materials to have enough words to use for practice with my students.The concept of the method is to turn the phonics rules into silly stories that students can easily remember with simple illustrations.For example, "c" is a copy cat who copies the sounds of "s" and "k" under certain conditions.I like to illustrate the phonics rule in my student's primary journal composition book on the top half of the page, and then write down a lot of words that use the rule below the picture.Then I have the student diagram the words and practice reading them.I have some video tutorials on youtube illustrating her method of presenting the phonics rules.My channel is taskwhiz .

very good book
This is a very good book which can help anyone learn to read. It provides very good guidance for someone who has not tutored reading before.

Even an Adult Can Learn to Read!
This book has been instrumental in assisting me to teach a 42 year-old to read.The guidelines are concise and allow me flexibility in the design of my reading program.

Only good for children
I was disappointed with this purchase.I took for 'someone' that it was directed at any age group.However, it is based on very child-based activities which are completely unsuitable for adults.Good for kids but not for anything else. ... Read more

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A set of activities that teaches rhythm reading skills in short, fun, easy-to-learn games. These adaptable lessons are effective with the beginning music student from kindergarten through Grade 5. Lessons vary from one to 30 minutes in length. Quick reference cards are included for all games. Multiple appendices provide a wealth of information. Grades K-5. ... Read more

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Puzzled by Math! offers a collection of mathematical equations, knowledge, and skills in puzzle form. Gifted and advanced learners will enjoy solving the math problems on all four sides of the squares to fit the pieces of each puzzle together. The self-paced, independent activities found in this activity book provide students the opportunity to progress at their own pace to acquire and practice increasingly more difficult math skills. Standards-based content addresses addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and algebra. Thirty-five exciting and challenging puzzles are included, as well as suggestions for using the material as a classroom learning center. ... Read more

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One kind of puzzle over and over
The puzzles are good but the book offers just one kind with different permutations. You tape a math problem to an answer to build a square. You need to understand that before you buy it. My students liked it. Creating new puzzles absorbed the time and energy of my more advanced students.

Puzzled by Math
This is an excellent book. It will help overcome understanding math, a pleasure to read. If you are having trouble with math this book is for you.

A Novel Book Witha Fantastic Hook
This book was very innovative and entertaining.The whole time I read it, it was refreshing to see a whole new take on the subject of Math.I think this will re-write all the tech books that our students have been using in schools ever since the beginning of time.I recommend it to not only the English-speaking world but to the entire globe of teaching in and of itself.Where was this book when I had to take General Math 3 times and attend summer school to boot?This book will revolutionize the inddustry of learning as we know it today. FIVE STARS does it no justice.

Basic Math To AlgebraPresented In Puzzle Form
A self-directed, hands-on approach to math that allows students to progress independently.If you appreciate academics presented and/or reinforced in game-form, you'll appreciate the 35 puzzles that begin with addition and end with square roots. As a gifted intervention specialist, the author welcomes all questions through her e-mail address noted within the introduction.

A childs understanding
This book is wonderful for children of all ages, it helps to learn what they either don't want to or just can't understand.It is a great learning tool for anyone who has any mathametical problems.I thank the author who put the time and effort into this for others to use.Job well done!!!! ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on November 1, 1993. The length of the article is 699 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Round robin tournaments are an effective non-competitive method of developing sports skills. Students work wih partners and develop skills through repetition. The strategy is applicable to a range of sports such as tennis, volleyball and basketball and has proved enjoyable for students. Score cards may be introduced when students have reached adequate skill levels.

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Title: Cooperative round robin tournaments: an effective way to teach sports skills.
Author: Marvin Johnson
Publication: JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (Refereed)
Date: November 1, 1993
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: v64Issue: n9Page: p10(1)

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This digital document is an article from Journal of College Reading and Learning, published by College Reading and Learning Association on September 22, 2001. The length of the article is 2711 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: How to create and use PowerPoint presentations to teach reading skills.
Author: JoAnn Yaworski
Publication: Journal of College Reading and Learning (Refereed)
Date: September 22, 2001
Publisher: College Reading and Learning Association
Volume: 32Issue: 1Page: 14(8)

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This digital document is an article from Childhood Education, published by Association for Childhood Education International on June 22, 1993. The length of the article is 1732 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Teachers should be aware of the importance of moral and social development among children. These critical aspects in education should be addressed and promoted within the classrom environment. The use of punishments such as 'time out' practices can be used in the formation of moral consciousness by helping children choose between right and wrong. However, such practices are not effective in fostering social development and awareness. It is imperative for teachers to modify the environment to provide social and moral learning through activities such as reading, writing and social interaction.

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Title: Taking time to teach social skills. (Issues in Education)
Author: Sandra J. Stone
Publication: Childhood Education (Refereed)
Date: June 22, 1993
Publisher: Association for Childhood Education International
Volume: v69Issue: n4Page: p194(2)

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This digital document is an article from JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on May 1, 2000. The length of the article is 1794 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Using the Five-Step Strategy to Teach Motor Skills to Older Adults.(Brief Article)
Author: Gregg M. Steinberg
Publication: JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (Refereed)
Date: May 1, 2000
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: 71Issue: 5Page: 40

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This digital document is an article from JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on August 1, 2004. The length of the article is 2901 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: It's okay to be a beginner: teach a motor skill, and the skill may be learned. Teach how to learn a motor skill, and many skills can be learned--even after a student leaves school.(Concepts and Principles of Physical Education--Part 1)
Author: Judith E. Rink
Publication: JOPERD--The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (Refereed)
Date: August 1, 2004
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: 75Issue: 6Page: 31(4)

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Use the timeless appeal of nursery rhymes to foster a love of reading and develop important literacy skills. Standards-based lessons and activities help children build background knowledge, practice word-building and phonics skills, expand vocabulary, and use descriptive language. Lessons also introduce comprehension skills such as retelling, sequencing, exploring problems and solutions, and more. Includes hands-on manipulatives, graphic organizers, center ideas, and writing connections. For use with Grades K–1. ... Read more

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Great for beginning students!
My grandson enjoys the learning time. When we work together it seems like playtime because of this book!

Kindergarten Teacher
As an early childhood educator, I found many useful activities to use in my classroom.So many children today are unfamiliar with classic nursery rhymes and this book provides many extension activities to use with the rhymes presented. ... Read more