Primary and Middle School Resources and Books

The Fat Pedagogy Reader brings together an international, interdisciplinary roster of respected authors who share heartfelt stories of oppression, privilege, resistance, and action; fascinating descriptions of empirical research; confessional tales of...

Critical Education and Sociomaterial Practice presents a situated approach to learning that suggests the need for more explicit attention to sociomaterial practice in critical education. Specifically, it explores social, place and narrative dimensions of...

Animals make learning the ABC's fun! The amazing animal instructors are clever characters as they make use of items available and associated with them to create the ABC'S A to Z. From the ape using his favorite food bananas and turning them into the...

What ideas do children hold about the natural world?How do these ideas affect their learning of science?Young learners bring to the classroom knowledge and ideas about many aspects of the natural world constructed from their experiences of education and...

Teachers and parents will enjoy "sitting in the classroom with Norma Salway." Salway tells tales from school-familiar to most veteran teachers. New teachers will enjoy and learn from the stories, parents will gain an understanding of their children's...

This book sets out to amend the superficial treatment of Asian America histories in U.S. textbooks and curriculum by providing elementary teachers with a more nuanced, thematically driven account.

This book shows how adults can bring rhymes and stories to life with young children and support children's early steps in communication and literacy. Focusing on the use of rhythm, rhyme and repetition in nursery rhymes and traditional tales from around...

This classic text provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of elementary education, with a focus on the application of these principles in real-world settings. Drawing on the latest research in the field, the author provides...

Drawing on her years of experience as a primary school teacher, Louisa Parsons Stone Hopkins provides a practical guide to observation-based lesson planning. This manual is an invaluable resource for both new and experienced educators.This work has been...

This handy plan book is the perfect tool for anyone looking to organize and manage a successful kindergarten program. Donnette Smith Kesler and Rebecca Morris provide detailed plans for a wide range of activities, including games, crafts, and other fun...

George Ellsworth Putnam provides a comprehensive set of practice problems for elementary students to gain a concrete understanding of the principles of economics. Through interactive exercises and real-world scenarios, students will learn the basics of...

This classic textbook of arithmetic represents the application of Pestalozzi's system of teaching mathematics to primary education through detailed instruction of the topics covered in first-year public schools. The book is organized in an easy-to-follow...

This classic reading textbook was widely used in American schools in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It contains a treasury of classic stories, poems, and essays, arranged in five levels of increasing difficulty. This edition includes detailed...

Filled with fun and engaging songs, this book is the perfect companion for teachers looking to create an enjoyable and educational classroom environment. From classic nursery rhymes to original compositions, Playtime Songs for the School Room is sure to...

In this fascinating and groundbreaking work, Favell Lee Mortimer challenges the traditional methods of teaching reading and offers a new approach that is more in tune with the needs of children. With practical advice and real-world examples, Mortimer...

Paper sloyd is a popular educational method that teaches children the principles of woodworking in a fun and engaging way. With step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams, this book introduces young learners to the basics of paper sloyd, from...

Discover the joys of gardening and nature study with this helpful guide for teachers and students alike. With practical tips and advice for successful gardening and nature programs, this book provides a unique perspective on education in England. A...

A comprehensive textbook for students in the upper grades of primary school, featuring a wide range of literature, poetry, and informational texts. With its clear explanations and engaging examples, this book helps young readers develop strong reading...

This collection of pieces in prose, poetry, and dialogue is designed for exercise in speaking and for occasional reading in primary schools. Its contents are varied and suitable for students of different ages and classes, and the pieces are brief enough...

An influential pedagogical text that has helped shape the field of elementary education. Parker provides a comprehensive overview of teaching methods, from curricular design to classroom management. His insights into child psychology and instructional...

Get your young ones excited about reading with 'The Second Reader', a classic educational tool that has been helping students become confident readers for generations. This edition features the expert insight and guidance of educators Andrew Jackson...

Designed for use in early education, this primer and first reader teaches children the basics of reading, writing, and spelling. With engaging stories and colorful illustrations, Ellen M. Cyr's book makes learning fun for young children.This work has...

This comprehensive reader is designed for students in the fourth grade, covering a wide range of literary genres, including fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. Featuring selections from some of the most beloved writers in history, this book is both...

An early 20th-century guide to teaching young children the fundamentals of reading and writing, through a combination of play and structured lessons.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base...

Dieses Buch ist ein umfassender Leitfaden für Lehrer, die in der Volksschule arbeiten. Der Autor gibt wertvolle Tipps und Ratschläge für einen effektiven Unterricht und hilft dabei, die Schülerinnen und Schüler zu motivieren und zu inspirieren. Mit...

This text-book is tailored to educate elementary and junior high students about constructive citizenship. It teaches them about the importance of being responsible citizens and helps them develop the skills they need to be informed and productive members...

This book provides a comprehensive guide to teaching nature and related subjects, specifically for kindergarten and primary classes, arranged on a month-by-month basis. The guide covers a broad range of topics, from plants and animals to the weather and...

Step into the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter and embark on a whimsical journey of handwriting mastery! Cursive Handwriting for Kids with Beatrix Potter combines the timeless charm of Beatrix Potter's beloved characters with the art of cursive writing...

In the grand tapestry of history, there exists a remarkable tool-a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiration known as the Book of Centuries. Drawing inspiration from the time-honoured practice detailed in the Charlotte Mason Method and Classical...

Brilliant Activities for Reading Comprehension (3rd edition) is a six book series for Years 1 to 6 containing engaging, enjoyable texts to help primary school children to develop their reading comprehension skills.The passages gradually increase in...

One of the biggest problems faced by those working with very young children at Christmas is how to involve pre-readers in the nativity story with the minimum of fuss and manageable preparation.Here is an ideal solution that will delight teachers and...

Reviews the history and philosophy of a classic approach to teaching, while emphasizing its continuing relevance for contemporary schooling.

How does classroom observation support your professional development?How can you observe as effectively as possible?Highly regarded as one of the most widely used and authoritative texts on this topic, An Introduction to Classroom Observation is an...

English Homework for Key Stage 2 is a unique resource for busy teachers - a selection of 'pencil-free', hands-on activities, aligned with the National Curriculum Programmes of Study and with clear links to the topics set out in the PNS Framework for...

This new and extensively revised edition of Progress in Primary Science is intended for all those involved in training teachers of primary school science, both preservice and on INSET courses. Its flexible modular structure enables course leaders to...

In this ground-breaking book, Alan Prout discusses the place of children and childhood in modern society. He critically examines 'the new social studies of childhood', reconsidering some of its key assumptions and positions and arguing that childhood is...

Over the past few years bilingualism has come to be seen not as a hinderance to assimiliation but as an asset which, properly nurtured, will benefit children's linguistic awareness, cultural sensitivity and cognitive functioning. Bilingualism in the...

Art has always been an important part of the primary school experience. It is now one of the foundation subjects in the National Curriculum. In this book, John Lancaster helps teachers rise to the challenge of art for young children. He encourages...

The inclusion of technology among the National Curriculum foundation subjects is an exciting , but at the same time somewhat daunting challenge for primary teachers. This series of case studies shows how real teachers across the primmary age range have...

Using practical examples and case studies the author examines some of the experimental and investigative teaching methods which are intended to support the 'specialist approach' in the teaching of primary science.

This book explores the prominence of 'race' in the lives of young children and their early childhood educators. It critiques the often presumed racial innocence of young children and shows instead how young children actively engage with the politics of...

This volume reviews Africa's past experiences of social policy, with an eye on the future. Contributions examine a range of social policy issues around healthcare, education, the labour market and social welfare, and highlight important conceptual and...

""A Third Class Reader"" is a collection of literary extracts in both prose and verse, compiled by George Stillman Hillard and published in 1858. The book is intended for use in public and private schools, specifically for the third grade level. The...

""A New English Grammar For The Junior Classes In Schools And For Private Use"" is a book written by Albert Grover and first published in 1877. This grammar book is intended for use by junior classes in schools and for private use. It is designed to...

Guy's New British Spelling Book: Or An Easy Introduction To Spelling And Reading is a book written by Joseph Guy and published in 1864. The book is designed to provide an easy and comprehensive guide to spelling and reading for beginners. It is a British...