Böcker av Stephen T. Schroth

The care and tending of gifted children, while rewarding, often takes parents by surprise, especially if they have not had previous experience with the highly able. Parenting Gifted Children to Support Optimal Development reviews the cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development of gifted children, including those from groups histori

Growing Up Green allows young students (grades K-2) to build critical and creative thinking skills, while also improving skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The book:Includes 10 problem-based investigations that explore sustainability and environmental concerns.Covers topics such as reducing one''s carbon footprint, developing green manufacturing processes, initiating a recycling program, and more.Is perfect for general education classrooms, single- or multi-grade gifted classrooms, or pull-out programs.Features crosscurricular connections.Includes a list of apps, websites, and books that can be used to increase students'' understanding and curiosity.Each investigation includes comprehensive teacher instructions, ideas for differentiation, hands-on student activities, reproducible student resources, reflection opportunities, and assessment options. The engaging investigations guide learners through the process of identifying problems, developing research questions, gathering and analyzing data, developing possible solutions, and disseminating information to others.Grades K-2

This book explores the effects of the REACH program (Recruiting and Enlightening through Access to and Communication with High-need schools), a seven-year initiative devised to help find, attract, and prepare diverse teacher candidates interested in working with young children.