Böcker av Lisa Holewa

Learn how they aquariums are created and how their tiniest members play big roles in these underwater worlds! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this high-interest STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.

The use of Technicolor revolutionized the movie industry. Learn the technology behind Technicolor with this book that features a hands-on STEAM activity and uses real-world examples to teach how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

Featuring TIME For Kids content, this nonfiction reader teaches students all about Haiku. This high-interest title will keep students engaged in reading as they build their critical literacy skills.

A kindergarten teacher''s ability to guide children through an entire day of activities does not happen by accident. There are secrets teachers know about our kids that let them calmly and gracefully manage a group of students who only hours earlier were arguing and negotiating with their parents about getting dressed, eating breakfast, or brushing their teeth. What Kindergarten Teachers Know is for any parent who has imagined how much easier life would be if their three- to six-year old would cooperate at home just as they do with their favorite teachers. Lisa Holewa and Joan Rice offer creative tips, tools, and activities straight from the classrooms of award-winning teachers nationwide, translating them into things you can do at home to get your little ones listening, learning, and thinking independently. You’ll also get insight into what teachers know about the way kids develop and learn how to use that knowledge to keep them engaged throughout the day. Packed with real-life examples, creative ideas, and practical advice, you’ll learn how to: Give directions that your child will actually listen to and follow Set the tone in your home just as a teacher does in her classroomHandle transitions to keep your day running smoothlyOrganize your home and schedule to make everyone''s life easierCreate rules that are straightforward, fun, and work for your family’s needsGive kids the tools to handle conflicts independentlyCreate a sense of community and teamwork at home