Inclusive Education Books
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Equity is a term we hear a lot these days, but what does it really mean? How can teachers ensure that every student gets what he or she needs to learn and succeed? Education leaders from around the country share their thoughts through essays that explore topics such as: how to achieve equity for all students, creating equity awareness in teachers, working with families and communities to close the opportunity gap, setting high expectations to raise academic achievement, and more..This book explores topics such as: how to achieve equity for all students, creating equity awareness in teachers, working with families and communities to close the opportunity gap.Practical strategies for ensuring equity in the classroom.Empowers teachers to help all their students succeed.128 Pages
Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching and Learning 2nd Edition has been updated to reflect current research, best practices, and evidence-based teaching strategies. Written to address all grade levels, this invaluable resource provides novice and experienced educators with a pedagogical framework for implementing culturally and linguistically responsive teaching strategies in today's diverse classrooms. Teachers will be able to implement best-practice instruction with the practical, easy-to-implement strategies and concrete activities provided in the book, and learn how to approach their instruction through a culturally and linguistically responsive lens. This resource addresses the following pedagogical areas: classroom management, use of text, academic vocabulary, and situational appropriateness. Educators will feel empowered and excited to implement this framework because it embraces and places value on students' culture and language, allowing them to thrive in the classroom. This 2nd edition includes an updated reference section and resources for further reading..This invaluable resource provides novice and experienced educators with a pedagogical framework for implementing culturally and linguistically responsive teaching strategies in today's diverse classrooms.Teachers will be able to implement best-practice instruction with the practical, easy-to-implement strategies and concrete activities provided in the book, and learn how to approach their instruction through a culturally and linguistically responsive lens.This resource addresses the following pedagogical areas: classroom management, use of text, academic vocabulary, and situational appropriateness.Grade K - 12
Explore the power of play-based culturally relevant curriculum in early childhood classrooms! This teacher resource provides practical strategies that create playful learning opportunities for diverse students. From authors Nadia Kenisha Bynoe and Angelique Thompson, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to using play-based learning experiences to introduce curriculum content. With these useful strategies and tips, educators can create equitable learning environments that support the diverse needs of learners and speak to multiple identities and lived experiences. Engage children in purposeful learning that is designed to provoke thought, curiosity, and wonder with the help of this book!.Shows teachers how to modify their classroom environments to be more child-centered.Presents a comprehensive guide to developing play-based learning experiences as entry points for curriculum content.Offers a wealth of examples and pictures of learning experiences the authors have created; includes explanations of the planning behind them.Explores how a play-centric approach supports the diverse needs of learners and honors children's unique experiences
Be prepared to respond to a wide range of potentially tough questions and sensitive concerns posed by young children. To work with young children is to constantly expect the unexpected. Tough questions are part of early childhood educators' regular interactions with children and families. Based on children's actual questions, Big Conversations with Little Children is readily accessible with guidelines for having difficult conversations with children, individually or as a classroom or group, and with families. The book provides guidance on how to approach specific topics related to: family, such as unemployment, divorce, and incarceration, illness and death, such as loss of an unborn child, major illness in a child, and death of a pet, social issues, such as racism, family structures, and gender fluidity, upheaval and violence, such as natural disaster, terror events, and school shootings, Fully based in developmentally appropriate practice, Big Conversations with Little Children helps educators support young children in a way that preserves their dignity and innocence when they encounter world and social events in addition to honoring the family's preferred approach. An expert in the field of early childhood education, author Dr. Lauren Starnes empowers educators and families to answer sensitive or tough questions children pose, respond to their worries and concerns, and be prepared for an ongoing dialogue. Digital content includes family take-home information sheets for each topic..Explores how a play-centric approach supports the diverse needs of learners and honors children's unique experiences.Fills a need within education because competing books are either religious or topic-specific.Helps educators support young children in a way that honors the family's preferred approach.Ready-to-use format makes it easy to turn to a specific topic and find clear guidance on how and why to respond to questions and concerns
This timely book counters the devastating effects of racism on children's learning with a focus on "revolutionary love". Sharing ways they've overcome personal and professional challenges in their teaching, the authors show readers how to unpack unconscious biases and examine common, but inherently racist practices that make learning difficult or impossible for many children of color. They offer in return practices that affirm and celebrate all students' identities, languages, and cultures- building a community of engaged, valued, and thoughtful learners. You'll find guidelines for selecting diverse children's books, and ways to use those books in reading and writing lessons that help children identify both glaring and veiled forms of racism and take an anti-racist stance. If you want to create a vibrant classroom community that honors the funds of knowledge that children of color and their families bring to school, this is the book for you..Provides tools for exploring oneself, one's systems, and one's curriculum to gather baseline information to create more inclusive, culturally sensitive environments for children..Suggests teaching ideas that can be applied seamlessly and smoothly to the existing reading and writing program.Offers guidelines for reaching out to families and the community to enhance curriculum.Speaks to all concerned teachers, regardless of their own cultural background, geographic location, or class make-up.Authors have worked as classroom teachers, university researchers, and teacher educators
Written for teachers at all grade levels, this 6-page guide provides strategies and suggestions to support culturally and linguistically diverse students. With the influx of cultural diversity in schools, teachers can use the strategies in this resource to improve on five pedagogical areas—classroom management, use of text, academic vocabulary, and situational appropriateness—through meaningful and ready-to-implement activities..This 6-page AYF guide helps teachers validate students’ unique home environments while delivering tools for success in mainstream culture..Emphasizes important topics in an easy-to-read format.Provides key tips and strategies to help educators engage a diverse range of students.Includes suggestions for validating students’ home environments as well as delivering the tools for success in mainstream culture.Offers easy access to additional teacher resources such as videos, student templates, and educational websites.ISBN 9781087648316
Open the door to conversations about similarities and differences as you meet people from a wide variety of countries, cultures, abilities and lifestyles. Ensure that your classroom reflects the wider world -- and that all the children in your care see themselves in the books you read. Features stories and main characters from diverse backgrounds. Contributors have lived experiences connected to the content of the stories. Information at the back of the books dive deeper into concepts covered. Expands kids global perspectives. This bundle includes: To Carnival! [Kirkus Best Picture Books of the Year 2021 (9781646861620)]; Ganesha Goes Green [Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection (9781646869985)]; A Gift for Amma [Bank Street's Best Children's Book of the Year 2021 (9781646860623)]; Hana's Hundreds of Hijabs [New York Public Library Fall 2022 Picks for Kids, Children's Book Council Hot Off the Press Reading List 2022 (9781646866212)]..Age group 6-7 years.DIVERSITY & INCLUSION.9798888593387.This bundle includes: To Carnival! (9781646861620); Ganesha Goes Green (9781646869985); A Gift for Amma (9781646860623); Hana's Hundreds of Hijabs (9781646866212)..AUTHENTIC VOICES: Contributors have lived experiences connected to the content of the stories.ENDNOTES: Information at the back of the books dive deeper into concepts covered..GLOBAL AWARENESS: Expands kids global perspectives.Introduce children to the beautiful diversity of our world
Open the door to conversations about similarities and differences as you meet people from a wide variety of countries, cultures, abilities and lifestyles. Ensure that your classroom reflects the wider world -- and that all the children in your care see themselves in the books you read. Features stories and main characters from diverse backgrounds. Information at the back of the books dive deeper into concepts covered. Expands kids global perspectives. This bundle includes: Benita and the Night Creatures [Pura Belpré Author Honor (9798888590034)]; Run, Little Chaski [Bank Street Children's Book Committe's Best Books of 2023 (9781646861651)]; My Cousin's Mermaid (9798888590058); Stranded! [Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection, ALA Notable Children's Books 2024 (9781646869923)]..Age group 6-7 years.DIVERSITY & INCLUSION.9798888593370.This bundle includes: Benita and the Night Creatures (9798888590034); Run, Little Chaski (9781646861651); My Cousin's Mermaid (9798888590058); Stranded! (9781646869923)..AUTHENTIC VOICES: Contributors have lived experiences connected to the content of the stories.ENDNOTES: Information at the back of the books dive deeper into concepts covered..GLOBAL AWARENESS: Expands kids global perspectives.Introduce children to the beautiful diversity of our world
Introduce readers to the life of author and community outreach leader Pura Belpré, the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, in this inspirational biography—part of the Leaders Like Us series. Pura believed the library was for everyone. Using her skills in storytelling, she encouraged Hispanic children to visit the library by creating bilingual story hour. Her community outreach helped to make the Hispanic people in New York City feel included. This 24-page biographical children's book features post-reading questions, an extension activity, and a time line to practice reading comprehension skills while learning all about how Pura impacted her community, resulting in the annual Pura Belpré Award..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latin American leader.For ages 6-10..24 pages.ISBN: 9781731657299.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.The Leaders Like Us: Pura Belpré biography introduces young readers to the life of the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, who used bilingual storytelling to engage Hispanic children and foster inclusivity, with vivid illustrations, a timeline, post-reading questions, and an activity to enhance comprehension.
When you look at all of the reading books in your classroom, can you be sure that each of your students' voices and experiences are well represented? Drs. Briceño and Rodriguez-Mojica created Conscious Classrooms to help teachers learn how to authentically include different voices and experiences in the classroom. They navigate the many questions surrounding diverse texts while also assisting with improving representation within the classroom..Tools for auditing read-aloud texts, classroom libraries, and curricula.Sample book lists and ideas for acquiring diverse texts on a tight budget.Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.For ages: 4+ years.Checklists and tips to determine if a book has questionable content.Research and instructional frameworks for diversity, equity, and inclusion.Conscious Classrooms, created by Drs. Briceño and Rodriguez-Mojica, helps teachers authentically include diverse voices and experiences in the classroom through tools for auditing texts, book lists, budget-friendly acquisition ideas, and frameworks for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
From helping those in need to spreading joy in difficult times, these titles teach the importance of generosity and putting yourself in another's shoes. This bundle includes: A Place to Stay (9781782858249), Herb the Vegetarian Dragon (9781905236473), Dance Like a Leaf (9781646860579), Making Happy (9781646866229), Midnight Mitzvah (9798888592342)..Teaches important skills for social-emotional learning.Best suited for children ages 6-8..5 Book Set: A Place To Stay, Herb The Vegetarian Dragon, Dance Like A Leaf, Making Happy, Midnight Mitzvah.Features stories and main characters from diverse backgrounds.Features engaging animal main characters.Information at the back of the books dive deeper into concepts covered.With delightful stories and enchanting illustrations, this set is perfect for nurturing social skills and inspiring heartfelt connections.
Dan Feigelson refocuses reading and writing conferences to help all students reach their full potential. His practical approach centers on active listening—an equitable way to listen to, learn from, and guide students. His book is packed with sample conferences, if/then strategies, rubrics, and tips for starting conferences and keeping them going..Genre/Book Topic: Classroom Resource.Author: Dan Feigelson.Recommended Age: 7-14 years.ISBN: 9781338809992.Practical approach to active listening.Packed with sample conferences, if/then strategies, rubrics, and tips.Examples of equitable ways to listen to, learn from, and guide students.Helps students reach their full potential with active listening
With age-appropriate, high-interest adventures centered around a cast of diverse characters, this collection includes all 60 readers spanning Phases 2-6. Each phase in Set 2 is meticulously crafted to align with the Letters and Sounds program. The readers accompany students week-by-week, offering a text-based platform to enhance their emerging reading skills. All stories maintain a strictly controlled text, ensuring students encounter only the letter sounds and tricky words they've previously learned. This curated Set 2 aims to boost both confidence and phonics mastery in older, struggling readers. Designed for compatibility with other popular reading schemes, the set provides book-banded reading levels and contains 12 titles for each phase..Age group 5-12 years.Beanstalk Books.Struggling readers.Phases 2-6 Coverage: Set 2 includes 12 titles for each phase, aligning perfectly with the Letters and Sounds program for a structured learning path..Offers a comprehensive collection of 60 books, each meticulously designed to meet the needs of older, struggling readers, enhanced by vibrant illustrations..Structured Progression: The inside front cover of each book clearly indicates the week-by-week progression, aiding both educators and students..Cross-Scheme Compatibility: Can be used alongside other popular reading schemes, as book-banded reading levels are provided for each title..Tailored specifically for older, struggling readers, Set 2 of The Beanies Library Box Set serves as a comprehensive Hi-Lo reading package.
Empower readers to shine with Spotlight on Reading Phonics Books Box Set C for Kindergarten through 2nd Grade! With a foundation of research-supported phonics progressions and high percentages of decodability, these early readers children's books put learning the fundamentals of reading at center stage. This phonics books box set features a variety of nonfiction and fiction children's books with inclusive characters and relatable storylines that focus on r-controlled vowels, long vowel teams, and ending blends. The Early Reader Books Set C includes SIX copies of 4 fiction and 4 nonfiction level 1 reading books-Farm Life, My Fort, Got the Nerve? A Bump at Camp, A Raft Trip, The Gray Day, The Seal's Meal, and Toad and Goat. The children's books are secured in a box set for easy storage. Watch, listen, and celebrate as your learner's new reading skills take the spotlight!.Language Arts.Carson Dellosa Education.5-8 years.Paperback.English.48 pieces.9781483873138.Empower readers to shine with Spotlight on Reading Phonics Books Box Set C for Kindergarten through 2nd Grade!
Empower readers to shine with Spotlight on Reading Phonics Books Box Set B for Kindergarten through 2nd Grade! With a foundation of research-supported phonics progressions and high percentages of decodability, these children's books put learning the fundamentals of reading at center stage. This phonics books box set features a variety of nonfiction and fiction children books with inclusive characters and relatable storylines that focus on long vowels and beginning blends. The Early Reader Books Box Set B includes SIX copies of 4 fiction and 4 nonfiction level 1 reading books-Go, Bee, Go!, The Cake Case, We Take a Hike, A Mole Home, The Dune, A Stop at the Lake, Slime Club, and Bree's Crib. The children's books are secured in a box set for easy storage. Watch, listen, and celebrate as your learner's new reading skills take the spotlight.Language Arts.Spotlight on Reading.5-8 years.Paperback.English.48 pieces.9781483873121.Empower readers to shine with Spotlight on Reading Phonics Books Box Set B for Kindergarten through 2nd Grade!
Includes recipes in the back of each book! Features stories and main characters from diverse backgrounds. Contributors have lived experiences connected to the content of the stories. Information at the back of the books dive deeper into concepts covered and feature kid-friendly recipes. Features the importance of family through different family structures. This bundle includes: The Perfect Sushi [Children's Book Council Hot Off the Press Reading List 2023 (9781646868384)]; The Bread Pet [Nautilus Silver Book Award 2021 (9781646860654)]; Dinner on Domingos [Children's Book Council Hot Off the Press Reading List 2021 (9781646862948)]; Bring Back the Babka! (9798888590096)..Age group 7-8 years.DIVERSITY & INCLUSION.9798888593394.This bundle includes: The Perfect Sushi (9781646868384); The Bread Pet (9781646860654); Dinner on Domingos (9781646862948); Bring Back the Babka! (9798888590096)..AUTHENTIC VOICES: Contributors have lived experiences connected to the content of the stories.ENDNOTES & RECIPES: Information at the back of the books dive deeper into concepts covered and feature kid-friendly recipes.FAMILY: Features the importance of family through different family structures.Celebrate different cuisines from around the world with this set of picture books, while also learning lessons of global awareness and social-emotional learning
Spread joy and compassion with this heartwarming Love One Another set. This bundle includes: The Boy Who Grew Flowers (978184686749), Family Reunion (9781646862184), Lola's Fandango (9781782853985), Old Clothes for Dinner (9798888590683), The Last Hazelnut (9781646860555)..Teaches important skills for social-emotional learning.Best suited for children ages 6-8..5 Book Set: The Boy Who Grew Flowers, Family Reunion, Lola's Fandango, Old Clothes For Dinner, The Last Hazelnut.Features stories and main characters from diverse backgrounds.Models positive intergenerational relationships.Features engaging animal main characters.Each story encourages young readers to embrace kindness and share love with others, whether through passing on family traditions, nurturing friendships, or sharing delicious meals.
Let's find out which toys Rosa and her friends are playing with today! Rosa makes sure that everyone is happy when they are playing together and sharing. She connects with friends and makes sure that everyone is having fun. An important series that celebrates inclusivity, promotes gender equality and embraces the uniqueness of every child. This set includes 4 titles: Rosa Loves Cars, Rosa Loves Dinosaurs, Rosa Plays Ball, and Rosa Rides her Scooter. Each board book has 12 pages. For ages 1-3..Focuses on cooperation, empathy, communication, self-control, self-esteem and self-confidence.Board book format.An important series that celebrates inclusivity, promotes gender equality and embraces the uniqueness of every child.4 Books, 12 pages each
We are amazing! We can dance, dress up, sing and make music. There is nobody quite like us! Enjoy the antics of this inclusive and diverse group of friends, as they celebrate the natural and boundless creativity to be found in every child. This set includes 4 Amazing Me! books: Sing, Dressing Up, Dance and Music..Enjoy the antics of this inclusive and diverse group of friends, as they celebrate the natural and boundless creativity to be found in every child.Author: Carol Thompson.(4) 8" x 8" Cardboard books, 12 pages each.ISBN: 9781786285317.0-3 years.Helps children develop self awareness.Develops beginning reading skills