Book Description
An exhaustive and invaluable source for the practising architect who is looking for an informative and inspirational tool for the design of school buildings.
Architects designing school buildings within an ever-changing approach to education must handle with sensitivity the balance between functional spaces - those for growth and play and those for disciplined learning and orderly behaviour.
This book presents a series of contemporary case studies of primary and elementary through to high schools. It reflects educational philosophies and needs, as well as cultural and climatic considerations across the world.
Key Features:
An invaluable source of inspiration which brings successful solutions to the dilemmas faced by influential architects around the globe. Includes examples from Richard Meier, Miralles, Zvi Hecker, Richard Rogers and Renzo Piano
Showcases a comprehensive international selection of styles of school buildings
Contains plans, illustrations, drawings and many full colour photographs which make this a practical and visual reference for practising architects
Other titles available in the Wiley-Academy 'Builders' series:
[Theatre Builders] ISBN: 1-854-90450-7
[Library Builders] ISBN: 0-471-97735-7
[Church Builders] ISBN: 0-471-97755-1
[Monument Builders] ISBN: 0-471-98368-3
[Airport Builders] ISBN: 0-471-98445-0
[Bank Builders] ISBN: 0-471-85359-3
[Cinema Builders] ISBN: 0-471-49138-1
[University Builders] ISBN: 0-471-98834-0
[Bridge Builders] ISBN: 0-471-49786-X
[Civic Builders] ISBN: 0-471-49876-9
Future titles include:
Theme Park Builders by Loraine Dearstyne Fowlow
Hospital Builders by Tony Monk
Museum Builders II by Laura Hourston
Winery Builders by Loraine Dearstyne Fowlow
Office Builders by Katherine MacInnes
Cathedral Builders by Bianca Lepori
Book Description
Standardized tests require extensive verbal and vocabulary skills. Questions are often answered incorrectly simply because the test-taker does not know the meaning of key words used in the question. This book provides a comprehensive verbal and vocabulary builder for the SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and LSAT. Includes over 1,700 words commonly seen on these tests together with methods and tools designed to teach the meaning of words in context. Also includes 16 carefully designed exercises and 16 practice sets. These exercises and practice sets clearly and concisely increase vocabulary skills without the use of rote memorization. Book uses "self reference" antonyms, synonyms, and context to impact word meanings in a user-friendly, easy to learn manner.
Customer Reviews:
Well worth every penny.......2007-02-11
This book was amazing!
It is very simple and very straight-forward with the sole purpose of helping your improve your vocabulary...and it works. I got through the book in 8 days, completing two chapters a day. It took me approximately two or three hours of work per day to work with this book. It gives you the tools to really understand a word and remember it. Don't try to save time by not looking up the words and not finding antonyms and synonyms for the words. It will not work. You have to get down to the nitty-gritty and then you will see results. Words that would not stick, I wrote down on flashcards and reviewed them along with the 300 word list from Barron's Passkey to the GRE book.
Say the words out loud, repeatedly do the exercises at the end of each chapter and it will pay off on the GRE exam. I promise! By the way, it is a one-time use book....you will scribble on every page and no one else will be able to use it, but that is what it is....a work book. Buy it!
Place to start for SAT but not great for GRE.......2006-11-03
The words are very basic even for the SAT. Words included are things like "sever" and "enhance". I am studying for the GRE and am finding the Barron's GRE prep book much better for the vocabulary work.
The technique of giving a brief description and sample sentence is good but can be found in other places as well.
The other good point is the words are not in alphabetically order so you don't end up just learning words that start with "A" but never get to "V".
quite helpful, but not just by itself.......2004-06-14
The book takes a different approach on vocabulary building. Unlike the other test prepration of books I have seen, this book does not present you with list of words to memorize.
The best feature of this book is that it makes you work on each new word. I agree with the authors on the fact that this is an effective approach. However, the words listed in this book are not quite the standard of GRE/GMAT. This book would be helpful to those who might be writing the SATs or are just beginning their GMAT/GRE preparation with a very limited vocabulary.
I don't regret buying this book at all, since it isn't very expensive and also i can use the "strategy" of this book with more complex words.
Just a series of multiple choice tests.......2002-12-31
I found this book pretty useless. All it is is a series of 16 multiple choice tests in which you choose the answer that most closely approximates the word given. Sample question: amorphous means a) shapeless b) passionate c) property transfer d) vase-like e) parallel. Each test is preceded by very short definitions of the words plus each one used in a context sentence. It would be okay, I guess, as a superficial refresher, but I didn't find it challenging, and there was no discussion of strategy for the GMAT verbal/vocab section, which is more what I was hoping for.
Good deal!.......2002-11-15
I am a returning student (about to enter graduate school). We are required to take the GRE. This book was a very helpful refresher for me, and you can't beat the price. Service was quick and helpful too!
Book Description
The Consulting Therapist will prove a valuable reference to therapists working in educational settings. Occupational and physical therapists will appreciate the comprehensive review by authors Barbara E. Hanft, M.A., OTR/ L, FAOTA and Patricia A. Place, Ph.D. of the literature on school-based therapy. Current practice in pediatric therapy in any setting requires that the clinician consider how to collaborate with professional colleagues and family members to expand the impact of direct therapeutic intervention. Ms. Hanft and Dr. Place have made it easy to learn about consultation specific to OTs and PTs in educational settings, filling a major void in the literature. The authors' years of experience are evidenced by their insight into what is necessary to become a successful member of the educational team. They understand that the clinician must appreciate the philosophy, roles, and responsibilities of the classroom teacher and the unique needs of the child with a disability in the school setting. They carefully guide the reader through the requirements necessary to provide educationally relevant consultative services. The effective strategies and case studies in this 154-page manual will assist therapists with implementing a consultative model in the school setting. Clinicians will have step-by-step information to help them:
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apply their therapeutic knowledge and skills to improve children's school performance
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identify the six essential decisions for using an effective consultation model
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analyze the interpersonal skills needed for each of four stages of the consultation process
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collaborate with colleagues and families
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resolve conflicts among team members Helpful and time saving reproducible forms are provided for observing student performance, developing a school consultation plan, observing the environment, and assessing one's consulting skills.
Book Description
From addition and subtraction to plane and space geometry, graphing, simultaneous linear equations, and probability, this book explains middle-school math with problems that kids want to solve: “Seventy-five employees of a company buy a lotto ticket together and win $22.5 million. How much does each employee get?” Intriguing facts about the history of math show what a human creation it is: Both the Maya and the Hindus of India invented the concept of zero, but the Maya did it first by 400 years; in 1858 Mr. William Shanks, a British mathematician, hand-calculated pi to 707 decimal digits and had them inscribed on his tombstone! Alas, the last 200 or so were wrong.
Customer Reviews:
Math Games for Middle School.......2003-10-02
I teach middle school mathematics and I think the book is great to aid in cooperative learning groups. Using the information and developing work stations will enhance the students' knowledge of the material. As a lesson, the book would require the creativity of the teacher to add other material and/or adjustments to make it interesting. This book is best for reteaching or review of the topics being taught.
Just a bad math book!.......2003-08-02
I teach Middle School Pre-Algebra and One Year Algebra. Every summer I try and purchase books and magazines in order to find new and interesting lesson plans. I purchased this book thinking I could get at least something new and interesting to excite my kids. This book definitely didnt help. College students would be bored with the books writing style and exercises. And most of the ideas are old and rejected from years past.
Hand-outs and book assignments are not inspiring. A book titled "Math Games" should be just that; a book full of math games. Not one with mundane hand-outs.
Great "Daily Math" Problems.......2001-02-26
As a middle school substitute teacher, I'm always looking for things to use as daily problem to open the class with. This book is GREAT!! Problems are divided by topic so it easy to pick & choose. Answers are completely explained.
Book Description
This highly acclaimed, award winning program is now being used with over one million students worldwide. Extensive, complete, and easy-to-implement, its skill building approach to developing the five essential building blocks of self-esteem is thoroughly researched and proven effective. The impressive pilot program results reported a 46% drop in detention, a 39% drop in verbal aggression, and a 41% drop in physical aggression.
Through development of the five building blocks of self-esteem, students become self-empowered and capable of internally directing themselves. Real team-building is in evidence among adults and students alike. Students display stronger inner motivation and a “take charge” attitude. Personal and social responsibility go way up. Staff morale and collegiality are significantly improved. Parent involvement and partnership are up, discipline problems are way down, and everyone is working together! Each Esteem Builder book stands alone and is designed to integrate into a total systems approach for a school-wide/district-wide program.
Grades K-8.
Customer Reviews:
If you work with kids, you've got to have this book!.......2006-11-26
Don't be put off by the price because this book is worth its weight in gold. As a public school teacher, I refer to this book throughout the year, each and every year. We can't assume our children know what "teamwork", appropriate behavior or even "good sportmanship" is. We often need to provide explicit instruction and plenty of practice. This book offers literally hundreds of activities to teach those social and interpersonal skills many of our kids seem to lack. My classroom is a happy, welcoming, enjoyable oasis in the school thanks to Dr. Borba's book.
Outstanding curriculum guide and resource for all educators........1999-08-12
I've referred to this guide every August as I create long-term plans for the school year. The ideas and activities help cement a sense of harmony and safety in my classroom. The program works because it builds upon the five sequential components of healthy self-esteem. I've implemented this curriculum in both an inner-city and a more rural setting--with success. Dr. Borba offers such endless ideas for all ages. This curriculum is easy to integrate into the school day, and it encourages school-wide participation. The program also offers powerful long-range effects: children learn to set realistic goals and define their sense of mission. A must-have for all educators and administrators.
Book Description
Seventy-eight inventive activity recipes designed to help teachers and youth workers "cook up" lasting results with kids.
Customer Reviews:
wonderful book.......2000-06-08
I love the history of this man and this book really helps to explain it in full bright details. Buy this book if you love chocolate made buy a sweet caring man.
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Why Go to Church: . . . And Other Bible Lessons for Kids (Faith Builders Number 9)
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Using common household objects, these short and simple lessons help teachers impart spiritual truths to children in fun and memorable ways.
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Contemporary Cursive Handwriting Skill Builder (Handwriting Skill Builders)
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Skill Builders are great for the child who needs extra practice, for the accelerated child who enjoys an extra challenge, and for the young learner who is developing basic concepts and readiness skills. High-interest activities use art to encourage children to have fun while learning. Well-paced activities gradually become more difficult as children progress. Includes over 100 activity pages, as well as answer pages where needed. Manuscript Handwriting Practice is packed with fun-to-do activities and appealing art to motivate students.
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