The Gift Of Literacy

Author : Robert Macfarlane
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2017-06-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780241982709

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The Gifts of Reading by Robert Macfarlane Pdf

From the acclaimed author of The Old Ways and Landmarks -- an essay on the joy of reading, for anyone who has ever loved a book Every book is a kind of gift to its reader, and the act of giving books is charged with a special emotional resonance. It is a meeting of three minds (the giver, the author, the recipient), an exchange of intellectual and psychological currency, that leaves each participant enriched. Here Robert Macfarlane recounts the story of a book he was given as a young man, and how he managed eventually to return the favour, though never repay the debt. From one of the most lyrical writers of our time comes a perfectly formed gem, a lyrical celebration of the transcendent power and humanity of the given book.

Author : Lisa Brown
Publisher : Roaring Brook Press
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781626727762

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The Airport Book by Lisa Brown Pdf

Follow a family and the youngest member's favorite sock monkey through all the inner and outer workings of an airport. In a book that is as intriguing as it is useful and entertaining, we follow a family on its way through the complexities of a modern-day airport. From checking bags and watching them disappear on the mysterious conveyor belt, to security clearance and a seemingly endless wait at the gate to finally being airborne. But wait! There's more! The youngest family member's sock monkey has gone missing. Follow it at the bottom of the page as it makes a journey as memorable as that of the humans above.

Author : M. C. Behm
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2017-08-19
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1521975256

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The Elixir of Yosemite by M. C. Behm Pdf

Woody Jackson wants to scream, "I saw you. You pushed Aiden off." But with his fellow free-soloists and would-be-girlfriend clinging to the tabletop apex of Cathedral Peak, he buries the impulse alongside so many other second-guesses. What was it that Stuart had said before shoving the most famous rock climber on the planet to his death? It was some wild rambling about Yosemite and a long sought after achievement. How had he been able to stay hidden? It must have been the cavernous shadows thrown by the full moon against the mountain's craggy fa�ade. Where would it be safe to tell the other climbers that their friend was not just some dirt bag stone-master, but a mercenary?Answering these questions leads Woody and a misfit Park Ranger on a 24-hour race up and down the granite walls and deep into the backcountry of America's first protected land. As they chase the killer, dodging bears, bullets, and a forest fire, Woody and Rick learn that the clock ticking behind the scenes was put in motion 100 years ago by the forefather of environmentalism, John Muir. Racing to stop the carnage disguised as eco-terrorism and trying to save the lives of their friends and colleagues, the unlikely duo unearth a century's old subterfuge scamming publicly-owned power from the holiest of protected American wonders.

Author : Patricia MacLachlan
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781442488588

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The True Gift by Patricia MacLachlan Pdf

While spending Christmas at their grandparents' farm, Lily becomes convinced that her younger brother Liam is right about White Cow being lonely and helps him seek a companion for her, leaving little time for Christmas preparations or reading.

Author : Jeffrey D. Wilhelm,Bruce Novak
Publisher : Teachers College Press
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2015-04-17
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780807770825

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Teaching Literacy for Love and Wisdom by Jeffrey D. Wilhelm,Bruce Novak Pdf

This book lays out a new vision for the teaching of English, building on themes central to Wilhelm's influential "You Gotta BE The Book." With portraits of teachers and students, as well as practical strategies and advice, they provide a roadmap to educational transformation far beyond the field of English. --from publisher description

Author : Rhea A. Ashmore
Publisher : Allyn & Bacon
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Language arts (Elementary)
ISBN : 0205308643

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Promoting the Gift of Literacy by Rhea A. Ashmore Pdf

Easy to use lesson plans that teachers and parents can plug right in to teach oral and written literacy lessons. This book provides functional, pragmatic activities for educators, future teachers, and parents to promote the gift of literacy to others. This book provides 100 detailed lesson plans for the domains of oral and written language, word recognition, comprehension, and strategic reading for narrative text as well as study skills and strategic reading for content area text. The 101st lesson is blank for further planning. The plans are designed for readers in three developmental steps: initial reading, transitional, and basic literacy. This book emphasizes literacy as a continuous process not dependent on age or grade level. For teachers of elementary through middle school reading.

Author : XanEdu Originalworks
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1593990669

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The Gift of Literacy by XanEdu Originalworks Pdf

Author : Jim Westcott
Publisher : Saddleback Educational Publishing
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-16
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781645982296

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The Gift by Jim Westcott Pdf

Zeke's parents have split up. His dad is hurt and angry when Zeke sides with his mother. But Zeke's emotions go on a crazy roller coaster ride when he's visited by a mysterious kid that only he can see ... until he finds out his grandpa can also see the ghost. Zeke's world is rocked in new ways when he finds out that he can see and talk to the dead. Hi-Lo Chapter Books for Children. This series of short novels was designed to engage a broad spectrum of struggling readers. No longer will upper-elementary students have to read material junior to their maturity and interests. Characters are age appropriate and come from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Science fiction, sports, paranormal, realistic life, historical fiction, and fantasy are just a few of the many genres. Books are no higher than a 1.5 reading level, with illustrations on every spread that support visual literacy and draw kids into the text.

Author : Paul Johnson
Publisher : Heinemann Educational Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Activity programs in education
ISBN : 0435087665

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Literacy Through the Book Arts by Paul Johnson Pdf

Using simple, easy-to-follow instructions, supported throughout with clear diagrams and examples of children's work, Paul Johnson demonstrates how scores of different book forms can be made from a single sheet of paper.

Author : John Wood
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2013-02-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781101606124

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Creating Room to Read by John Wood Pdf

The inspirational story of a former Microsoft executive’s quest to build libraries around the world and share the love of books What’s happened since John Wood left Microsoft to change the world? Just ask six million kids in the poorest regions of Asia and Africa. In 1999, at the age of thirty-five, Wood quit a lucrative career to found the nonprofit Room to Read. Described by the San Francisco Chronicle as “the Andrew Carnegie of the developing world,” he strived to bring the lessons of the corporate world to the nonprofit sector—and succeeded spectacularly. In his acclaimed first book, Leaving Microsoft to Change the World, Wood explained his vision and the story of his start-up. Now, he tackles the organization’s next steps and its latest challenges—from managing expansion to raising money in a collapsing economy to publishing books for children who literally have no books in their native language. At its heart, Creating Room to Read shares moving stories of the people Room to Read works to help: impoverished children whose schools and villages have been swept away by war or natural disaster and girls whose educations would otherwise be ignored. People at the highest levels of finance, government, and philanthropy will embrace the opportunity to learn Wood’s inspiring business model and blueprint for doing good. And general readers will love Creating Room to Read for its spellbinding story of one man’s mission to put books within every child’s reach.

Author : Elaine Alvin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 9798369491

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The Gift of Literacy by Elaine Alvin Pdf

Author : Melanie Watt
Publisher : Kids Can Press Ltd
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2008-03-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781894786133

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Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach by Melanie Watt Pdf

As summertime approaches, Scaredy Squirrel, who only feels safe when he is at home in his nut tree, decides to build his own beach getaway complete with a germ-free inflatable pool and a plastic flamingo until the lure of the real beach gets too strong.

Author : Michael O'Mara Books Ltd., Staff,Michael O'Mara Books UK
Publisher : Michael O'Mara Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2010-05
Category : Gifts
ISBN : 1843174073

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The Gift Book by Michael O'Mara Books Ltd., Staff,Michael O'Mara Books UK Pdf

Make the gift of a gift card that little bit more individual. The perfect way to present your gift card, these delightful gift books contain a pocket at the front to store the card and a name plate to personalize your gift. Each beautifully packaged gift book is packed with fascinating facts, quirky quotes, and humorous anecdotes. With seven great designs, there’s a gift book to suit everyone and for every occasion, whether it be Christmas, a birthday, or other special times.

Author : Dan Newby,Lucy Nunez
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-03-23
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0692855785

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The Unopened Gift by Dan Newby,Lucy Nunez Pdf

The Unopened Gift reveals what we have not yet understood about emotions. That emotions aren't in competition with reason, but are an essential part of thinking; that they are constantly giving us information about the world around us.

Author : John Schu
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-10-10
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781003844297

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The Gift of Story by John Schu Pdf

With the rise of teacher stressors, new and changing state standards, and high-stakes testing, it is more important than ever to remind literacy teachers and teacher-librarians about the reason that brought them to this profession: the love of story.The Gift of Story: Exploring the Affective Side of the Reading Life , by John Schu (affectionately known as Mr. Schu all over reading communities), invites readers to consider literacy beyond its academic benefits and explore how universal truths found in stories can change us, inspire us, connect us to others, answer our deepest questions, and even help us heal along the way. Using his experience as a teacher, librarian, book lover, and story ambassador, Mr. Schu asks readers to reflect on what it means to share their hearts through stories and how it can connect us to individuals and learning communities.The Gift of Story is presented through a study of five affective elements: Healer, Inspiration, Clarifier, Compassion, and Connector.Along the way, readers will encounter insightful contributions from educators, children's writers, and illustrators, as well as recommendations for sharing the gift of story with learning communities including: treasured book suggestions that stir reflection, engaging tips for celebrating literacy, and heart-growing applications to lift classroom and library practices.Celebrate the way we define and imagine ourselvesthrough literacy by using stories to connect to others, build and strengthen community, and honor the children we were called to teach.