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Saving science class : why we need hands-on science to engage kids, inspire curiosity, and improve education / by McGowan, C.,1942-;
Includes bibliographical references, Internet addresses and index.LSC
Subjects: Science; Science; Motivation in education.; Motivation in education;
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The disintegrating student : struggling but smart and falling apart ... and how to turn it around / by Jannot, Jeannine,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 199-203).In 'The Disintegrating Student', Jeannine Jannot, PhD, explores an increasingly common phenomenon: bright, successful students who suddenly hit a wall, with falling grades, scattered work, and emotional upheaval - and what parents can do to help their child get back on track. Primarily for students in high school and the first year of university.
Subjects: Academic achievement.; Failure (Psychology) in adolescence.; Motivation in education.; School failure; Stress in adolescence.; Time management.;
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Coach Carter [videorecording (DVD)] / by Ashanti,1980; Berger, Peter E; Brown, Rob,1984; Carter, Ken; Carter, Thomas A.,1955; Gale, David; Gatins, John; Gbewonyo, Nana; Gonzalez, Rick,1979-; Jackson, Samuel L; Laresca, Vincent; Morgan, Debbi,1956; Rabin, Trevo; Ri'chard, Robert,1983; Robbins, Bria; Schwahn, Mark; Tanner, Antwon; Tatum, Channing; Tollin, Michae; MTV Films (Firm; Paramount Pictures Corporatio;
Director of photography, Sharone Meir ; editor, Peter Berger ; music, Trevor Rabin ; costume designer, Debrae Little ; production designer, Carlos Barbosa ; special effects, Martin Bresin.Samuel L. Jackson, Robert Ri'chard, Rob Brown, Ashanti, Debbi Morgan, Vincent Laresca, Rick Gonzalez, Antwon Tanner, Nana Gbewonyo, Channing Tatum.Inspired by a true story, this inspirational account of a high school basketball coach who received high praise, and staunch criticism, for benching his entire undefeated team due to their poor academic performances.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD, region 1, widescreen presentation; Dolby Digital.
Subjects: African American basketball coaches; Basketball players; Feature films; High school athletes; Motivation in education; Video recordings for the hearing impaire;
© c2005., Paramount Pictures,
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Reading is funny! : motivating kids to read with riddles / by Anderson, Dee.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 175-179) and index.LSC
Subjects: School libraries; Riddles, Juvenile.; Wit and humor in education.; Reading promotion;
© 2009., American Library Association,
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Mindsets for parents : strategies to encourage growth mindsets in kids / by Ricci, Mary Cay,1960-; Lee, Margaret,1974-;
Includes bibliographical references.What are mindsets and how do they affect our children? -- What is the role of parents in developing a growth mindset? -- How do our praise and feedback impact our children's mindsets? -- Why is it important for children to understand how the brain works? -- How can we develop perseverance and resiliency in our children? -- What about mindsets at school? -- How can I develop a growth mindset for my child in sports and the arts? -- What are some growth mindset experiences that I can try at home?LSC
Subjects: Learning, Psychology of.; Education; Achievement motivation.; Child psychology.; Parenting.;
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Murder with oolong tea / by Smith, Karen Rose.;
The faculty of Willow Creek High School are having a get-together after the spring concert with refreshments provided, courtesy of Daisy's Tea Garden. Oolong tea and chocolate biscuits are just what the staff needs to help them unwind from Althea Higgins' demanding curriculum. Her lessons on such controversial subjects as school uniforms and under qualified substitute teachers are earning her an F from her colleagues. But a failing grade was preferable to Althea falling victim to foul play. Daisy was there when her body was discovered in the school swimming pool, murdered by strangulation. Althea was certainly a strict, opinionated taskmaster, unliked by both teachers and students, but would any of them actually want to kill her? As Daisy starts asking questions, she gets a real education in Althea's history, discovering more than enough enemies with more than enough motives to cancel her classes permanently...
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Teachers; Schools; Murder;
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The Black joy project / by Cruz, Kleaver,author.;
A beautiful love letter to Black joy, as a source of self-preservation and survival as well as a form of resistance. The brainchild of educator and activist Kleaver Cruz, 'The Black Joy Project' is an extension of a real-world initiative of the same name. It has become a source of healing and regeneration for Black people of all backgrounds and identities. Featuring 117 full-colour photos and eight breathtaking essays on a force that fuels Black life all around the globe, this is 'Humans of New York' meets 'The Black Book'.
Subjects: Arts, Modern; Black people in art.; Joy in art.;
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Innovation nation : how Canadian innovators made the world smarter, smaller, kinder, safer, healthier, wealthier, and happier / by Johnston, David,1941-; Jenkins, Tom,1959-; Leatherdale, Mary Beth.; Johnson, David,1941-Ingenious.;
Successful innovation is always inspired by at least one of three forces -- insight, necessity and simple luck. This book looks through history to explore what circumstances, incidents, coincidences and collaborations motivated each great Canadian idea, and what twist of fate then brought that idea into public acceptance. From the marvels of aboriginal inventions such as the canoe, igloo and lifejacket to the latest pioneering advances in medicine, education, science, engineering and the arts, Canadians have improvised and worked together to make the world a better place. With vibrant illustrations throughout, Innovation Nation is a gorgeous companion to the adult edition that will surprise, enlighten and entertain young readers.LSC
Subjects: Inventions; Inventors; Technological innovations;
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Being smart about gifted children : a guidebook for parents and educators / by Matthews, Dona J.,1951-; Foster, Joanne F.,1953-;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 399-412) and index.Perspectives and paradigm shifts -- Creativity and giftedness -- Questions about testing -- Assessments and tests -- Identification and labeling issues -- Adaptations: the gifted learner in the regular classroom -- Alternative options -- Stretching the boundaries -- Being smart about change -- Motivation and other issues -- Emotional, social, and behavioral concerns -- Gifted development -- Different ways of being gifted -- Parents -- Teacher development -- Optimal learning for all children.
Subjects: Gifted children;
© c2005., Great Potential Press,
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Ingenious : how Canadian innovators made the world smaller, smarter, kinder, safer, healthier, wealthier and happier / by Johnston, David,1941-author.; Jenkins, Tom,1959-author.;
"Successful innovation is always inspired by at least one of three forces--insight, necessity, and simple luck. Ingenious moves through history to explore what circumstances, incidents, coincidences, and collaborations motivated each great Canadian idea, and what twist of fate then brought that idea into public acceptance. Above all, the book explores what goes on in the mind of an innovator, and maps the incredible spectrum of personalities that have struggled to improve the lot of their neighbours, their fellow citizens, and their species. From the marvels of aboriginal invention such as the canoe, snowshoe, igloo, dogsled, lifejacket, and bunk bed to the latest pioneering advances in medicine, education, philanthropy, science, engineering, community development, business, the arts, and the media, Canadians have improvised and collaborated their way to international admiration. Ingenious tells you why they did it and how they made the world a better place."--
Subjects: Inventions; Inventors; Technological innovations;
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