Team Building Books

Kagan Publishing "Cooperative Learning & Algebra 1" activity book of 464 pages helps with algebra year after year. Book converts struggling students into victorious mathematicians and includes reproducible blacklines..Grades: 7th - 12th.Language: English.Title: Cooperative Learning & Algebra 1.Usage ideas: Helps the students to learn in step by-step, activity-by-activity, and lesson-by-lesson with cooperative learning structures and to succeed with algebra year after year.Topic: Rational numbers, expressions, equations and inequalities, linear functions and vertical lines and more.Number of pages: 464.Do you have students who struggle with algebra.Do they find the problems difficult to understand, or of little real world value?.Do they find the repetitive practice boring?, the problem may not be algebra.Chapters cover working with rational numbers, expressions, equations and inequalities, linear functions and vertical lines, linear systems, polynomials, radicals, and quadratic functions.Transform struggling students into successful mathematicians with motivating teamwork activities.When the power of student to-student interaction is unleashed in algebra, students enjoy learning more and the abstract algebraic concepts become more concrete and understandable.Master teacher, trainer, and celebrated math author Becky Bride will show you step by-step, activity-by-activity, and lesson-by-lesson how she used cooperative learning structures to help her students succeed with algebra year after year.Includes reproducible transparencies and activities.This book shows how she used cooperative learning structures to help her students succeed with algebra year after year..Designed & organized to reinforce Algebra concepts!.Students are actively engaged so they retain more, and achievement goes up!.Includes exploratory activities that have students discover concepts & remember them..Kagan Publishing "Cooperative Learning & Algebra 1" Activity book for 7th - 12th grades inspires step by-step cooperative learning activities and explorations among students in group.

Kagan Publishing "Cooperative Learning and Pre Algebra" book of 312 pages helps students to concentrate problem solving by discussing concepts together. Book included with reproducible blacklines for transparency covers data analysis and more..Grades: 6th - 10th.Language: English.Title: Cooperative Learning and Pre Algebra.Usage ideas: Motivate students to excel with teamwork.Topic: Pre algebra.Number of pages: 312.Master math teacher and celebrated author Becky Bride shares her step by-step cooperative learning activities and explorations with you.With this terrific resource, Becky takes all the prep work out of teamwork.Chapters cover whole numbers, integers, decimals, fractions, ratios, proportion, percent, coordinate planes, data analysis, and probability.See why students overwhelmingly prefer working together than working alone, watch your test scores soar.Includes reproducible blacklines for transparencies and activities.Motivate your students to excel with teamwork, you'll be amazed at how well your students will work in teams, they will pay attention, solve problems together, help each other out when a teammate gets stuck, and discuss pre-algebra concepts every day.They'll pay attention, solve problems together, help each other out when a teammate gets stuck, and discuss pre-algebra concepts every day!.Designed & organized to reinforce Algebra concepts!.Students are actively engaged so they retain more, and achievement goes up!.Includes exploratory activities that have students discover concepts & remember them..Kagan Publishing "Cooperative Learning and Pre Algebra" Book for 6th - 10th grades inspires step by-step cooperative learning activities and explorations among students in a group.

Kagan Publishing "Cooperative Learning & Mathematics High School Activities" Book explains various activities for fractions, geometry definitions, graphs and probability. Grade 8 - 12 book illustrates algebraic expressions and word problems..Age group and grade: Ages 13 - 18+ years and grades 8th - 12th.Subject: Math.Format: Paperback.Title: Cooperative Learning & Mathematics High School Activities.Number of pages: 420.Language: English.Receive half a dozen Kagan cooperative learning structures Line-Ups, Mix Pair RallyCoach, Mix-N-Match, Inside-Outside Circle, RallyCoach, RoundTable.For each structure you receive numerous activities and blackline masters for Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus.Activities for fractions, geometry definitions, graphs, probability, algebraic expressions, word problems, slope, angle, proofs, equations, functions, parabolas, and much, much more.Nearly 300 activities in all your students will work together successfully with these proven cooperative structures.Includes rich array of activities for all levels of high school mathematics.Kagan Publishing "Cooperative Learning & Mathematics High School Activities" Book has 420 pages and numerous blackline masters activities for pre-algebra.

Kagan Structures are revolutionary teaching strategies. Why? Because they create an unparalleled level of student engagement. Kagan Structures create a cooperative and caring class tone by putting students on the same side as they interact in pairs, small teams, and with classmates. Structures ensure every student is individually accountable so no one can hide and take a free ride. Structures create equal participation, which means all students are engaged a much greater percent of the time. In this must-have Kagan reference guide, you get 59 step-by-step Kagan Structures you'll use time and time again. More structures means more tools in your teaching toolbox to create more student engagement, more student learning, and more success!.Kagan Structures create a cooperative and caring class tone by putting students on the same side as they interact in pairs, small teams, and with classmates.Revolutionary teaching strategies to boost engagement.Structures ensure every student is individually accountable so no one can hide and take a free ride.59 Ready-to-use activities and resources.Paperback.English.ISBN 9781933445335

Spencer has done it again! He's written another must-have reference for all educators. Dr. Kagan has translated the enormous field of theory and research on emotions into a practical guide any teacher can use to make their teaching more emotion-friendly. Not only does he review the extensive research on how eliciting positive emotions boosts student achievement, Spencer provides plenty of do's and don'ts, ready-to-use student activities, and simple tips to put students in the optimal emotional states for learning. Dr. Kagan introduces us to the Emotion Wheel, a student-friendly way to help our students understand and manage their own emotions. We not only learn why EQ can be more important than IQ to students' success, Dr. Kagan provides a practical guide to developing the facets of EQ, including student self-knowledge, self-control, motivation, and empathy. And last, but definitely not least, we learn how to evoke emotion when we teach to make learning more meaningful and memorable. This book is your blueprint for creating the emotion-friendly classroom..Research-Based Tools to convert Emotion Science into formidable teaching.Dr. Kagan has translated the enormous field of theory and research on emotions into a practical guide any teacher can use to make their teaching more emotion-friendly.33 Kagan Structures—Instructional Strategies to create the Emotion-Friendly Class.Introduces us to the Emotion Wheel, a student-friendly way to help our students understand and manage their own emotions.Paperback.ISBN 9781933445656

Quickly flip to the next Kagan Structure you'll use in your class. This flip chart serves as a terrific visual reminder of the steps of 30 Kagan Structures. You'll have these powerful teaching strategies at your fingertips. Since the structures are step-by-step, you'll be sure to implement the structures with fidelity and maximize student success. Set this self-standing reference on your desk and flip your way to more engaging teaching!.This flip chart serves as a terrific visual reminder of the steps of 30 Kagan Structures..Measures 11 x 8.5 inches..Set this self-standing reference on your desk and flip your way to more engaging teaching!.Step-by-Step Instructions

Offer a fun way to learn with the colorful lessons in this workbook. Activities teach math, reading, and writing as well as basic skills, covering all the essentials for kindergarten. This Thinking Kids Complete Book of Grade K workbook comes with reward stickers to help excite young learners..Designed to educate and entertain, this colorful workbook provides everything your child needs for school-year success.This paperback workbook has 256 pages that guide students through a variety of engaging activities, including colors and shapes, uppercase and lowercase letters, phonics, and counting.ISBN: 9781483813059.Appropriate for kids aged 5-6 (grade K) and allows them to master essential skills.Challenging concepts are presented in a simple language with easy-to-understand examples, while stickers and full-color illustrations capture students' interest.Includes one poster and over 130 reward stickers.Help a child master kindergarten-level skills with this Thinking Kids Complete Book of Grade K workbook.

After reading any piece, students spin the cube and perform the selected activity to help boost understanding and retention. Squishably soft and quiet-to-roll foam cube measures 3 inches. Each side has a different question. Questions are not story specific, so they can be used with any story. Set of 8 cubes..No teacher prep needed to use these cubes to make learning hands-on.4+ years.8 Cubes.Each side has a different question.Example: Write three true or false questions about the reading.Questions are not story specific, so they can be used with any story

STEAM lessons are centered around popular early childhood themes and grounded in exploration, discovery, and play. The easy-to-follow lesson format can be adapted to meet the needs of your class. It's never too early to start children on the path of STEAM experiences where science, technology, engineering, art and math work together to make learning fun! Measures 8-1/2" x 11". Includes 184 pages. PreK STEAM lessons promote: integration of early learning foundational skills, learning across various disciplines, collaboration in problem solving, and critical and reflective thinking. PreK STEAM lessons include: suggested timeframe, purpose of STEAM challenge, skill development overview, materials list, essential vocabulary, read-aloud/literacy connections, music connections, center activities, snack ideas, reproducible activity pages, helpful planning page, and home-to-school connection ideas..A description of the concepts students need to understand to complete the STEAM challenge successfully. Activity ideas are provided to help build and activate prior knowledge and promote engagement..4-5 years.1 Resource Book.9781644742846.Suggested Timeframe: An approximate total time for completing the lesson is provided to allow teachers to spread out instruction of the course of a school day or week according to their schedules..STEAM Challenge Purpose: Outlines objectives and expectations for what students should learn by completing the lesson..Materials List: Materials are meant to be easy to find, inexpensive to purchase, recycled or commonly available for free..Essential Vocabulary: Target vocabulary to support and enhance the lesson content and deepen students' understanding of the STEAM challenge..Literacy and Music Connections: Read-aloud and music connection suggestions are provided to enhance the experience, teach content, and make learning more memorable..Turn young learners into kid inventors through engaging, problem-solving STEAM design challenge scenarios that will pique children's curiosity about the world around them and how things work

This bundle includes Social Skills Activities for Today's Kids Workbook, Ages 6-7 and Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids, Ages 6-7, offering a comprehensive approach to teaching kids how to navigate social situations with confidence and empathy. The Social Skills Activities for Today's Kids Workbook provides 75 engaging activities and hands-on projects to help children practice key social skills such as making friends, sharing, taking turns, and being kind. With activities that include tracing, writing, coloring, drawing, cutting, and gluing, this workbook makes learning fun and interactive. Topics covered include making friends, classroom rules, healthy habits, playground safety, and more. Additionally, a social skills handbook and "Talk with Your Family" discussion starters ensure that learning continues outside of the workbook, fostering ongoing parent-child interaction. The Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids workbook complements the first by focusing on emotional well-being and mindfulness..Children learn essential life skills such as respecting others, following classroom and playground rules, and engaging in real-world situations like dining out and shopping in both workbooks..For ages 6-7..The Social Skills Activities for Today's Kids Workbook, Ages 6-7 and Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids, Ages 6-7 workbooks offer 75 activities each, helping children build key social skills..Hands-On Learning Activities: Both workbooks feature a variety of hands-on activities, including coloring, drawing, writing, puzzles, art projects, and games, to make learning fun and interactive..The Heart and Mind Activities workbook helps children develop mindfulness, manage anxiety, and understand their emotions, while teaching empathy and positive self-talk for better social interactions..Includes "Talk with Your Family" discussion starters and a social skills handbook to reinforce lessons at home, providing opportunities for parents and children to engage in meaningful conversations..The Making Friends & Social Skills Bundle, Grade K is a dynamic two-book set designed to help young children build essential social and emotional skills for positive relationships

Students will learn that small actions can make a big difference! This nonfiction book explains why civic duties are important and how to fulfill them. The book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students. It also explores important topics like leadership and civil rights, and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover civic responsibility, politicians, and what it takes to make a difference..Explains the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students..ISBN: 9781087605135.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will keep students invested.Connects important concepts such as civil rights and leadership to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, thought-provoking discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to help students become responsible individuals.With examples of heroes like Jackie Robinson and Sandra Day O'Connor, this book and the accompanying project will help students see what it means to be leaders.

Support students by helping them identify and practice positive behaviors and develop empathy with Social and Emotional Learning Activities. Research shows that SEL experiences improve student achievement, reduce stress, and increase positive behaviors such as kindness, gratitude, and empathy.Social and Emotional Learning Activities includes 100+ engaging activities that help you weave social and emotional learning activities into the busy school day! Activities include skill practice across the curriculum by incorporating writing, reading, math, social studies, and cultural diversity into SEL instruction.Each unit has a different SEL focus and includes a teacher page with an introduction and corresponding activity pages. Children will learn positive behaviors, develop self-love, and learn empathy through:• Real-world scenarios• Mindfulness activities• Communication activities• Creative writing• Mazes, puzzles, and games• Art projects• Critical thinking and problem solvingActivities may be used for whole-class instruction or small groups, or completed individually at home. The nine units cover the five domains of social and emotional learning:• elf-awareness• Self-management• Social Awareness• Responsible decision-making• Relationship skills*No key is included as answers will vary.Genre/Book Topic: Social and Emotional Learning.Publisher: Evan-Moor Educational Publishers.Recommended Age: 4-5 years.ISBN: 9781645141662.Social and Emotional Learning Activities includes 100+ engaging activities that help you weave social and emotional learning activities into the busy school day.SEL experiences improve student achievement, reduce stress, and increase positive behaviors such as kindness, gratitude, and empathy..Activities include skill practice across the curriculum by incorporating writing, reading, math, social studies, and cultural diversity into SEL instruction..Each unit has a different SEL focus and includes a teacher page with an introduction and corresponding activity pages.Activities may be used for whole-class instruction or small groups, or completed individually at home.

Build your kindergartner's understanding of physical, life, and earth science with this full-color activity book! Songs, rhymes, and hands-on projects will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most current science standards. Each lesson focuses on one science concept and provides engaging activities to help young students learn basic science concepts..Build your kindergartner's understanding of physical, life, and earth science with this full-color activity book!.Songs, rhymes, and hands-on projects will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most current science standards..Each lesson focuses on one science concept and provides engaging activities to help young students learn basic science concepts..ISBN# 9781629381527.144 pages

This bundle includes two award-winning workbooks: Social Skills Activities for Today's Kids, Ages 4-5 and Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids, Ages 4-5, both designed to help preschoolers build meaningful friendships and learn essential social behaviors. Social Skills Activities for Today's Kids introduces children to the fundamentals of making friends and interacting positively in various social settings. It includes 75 engaging activities such as puzzles, coloring, tracing, and hands-on projects, all focused on topics like sharing, kindness, taking turns, and understanding feelings. This workbook also features a social skills handbook that children can remove and use to continue practicing their new skills beyond the book. Key topics covered include making friends, playing with others, using nice words, being at school, and learning good habits when going places. Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids complements the first workbook by focusing on emotional well-being and mindfulness. Through 75 fun and educational activities, this book helps children learn how to manage their emotions, reduce anxiety, and build empathy. Activities such as art projects, puzzles, calming coloring pages, and heart and mind games offer children the opportunity to practice valuable life skills, like self-regulation, positive self-talk, and understanding others' perspectives..Both workbooks offer 75 fun and meaningful activities, including puzzles, coloring, art projects, games, and more, designed to make learning about social skills and emotions interactive and enjoyable..For ages 4-5 years.The bundle includes two award-winning workbooks focused on developing social skills and emotional intelligence, helping children build positive relationships, and navigate social interactions..Children will learn important concepts such as making friends, sharing, taking turns, understanding feelings, and practicing kindness, helping them develop positive behaviors for school and beyond..The Heart and Mind Activities workbook helps children gain mindfulness skills, reduce anxiety, and develop self-awareness through calming exercises, emotional awareness, and positive self-talk..Both workbooks include activities that are ideal for use at home or in the classroom, offering tools for conversation starters, and resources for teachers to incorporate into daily routines..The Making Friends & Social Skills Bundle, Grade PreK is the perfect resource to support young children in developing key social and emotional skills essential for forming positive relationships and navigating everyday interactions

Teaching is every educator's number-one priority, but learning is possible only in a well-managed classroom. This nuts-and-bolts guide covers three teacher skill sets that help students thrive: building relationships with students and families, creating easy-to-implement daily routines, and organizing time, materials, and the classroom space. It includes tips, strategies, planning tools, and step-by-step advice from real teachers in today's classrooms–and is designed to meet the needs and reading habits of the busy teachers who collaborated on it!.Packed with anchor charts, quick tips, and advice from classrooms across the country, featuring Scholastic Teacher Fellows.Focuses on the MOST requested area of need for new teachers: management skills..Includes video clips featuring real teachers in real classrooms via QR codes..Easy to navigate, inviting design, perfect teacher-training graduation gift.

Phonics is not just about decoding (reading). Every phonics lesson should include an encoding (writing) activity that has children use their newly learned phonics skills to spell words. This comprehensive resource explains the importance of spelling in children's reading and writing development and includes dozens of reproducible activities, such as sound boxes for phonemic awareness, word-building sets, cumulative spelling sentences, and much more. A vital Science of Reading resource!.Creates a better balance in phonics instruction by adding encoding (writing) practice to decoding (reading) lessons..Develops children's handwriting skills..Includes the six principles of spelling instruction, differentiated activities, and assessment tools.