Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered provides an in-depth exploration of the author’s approach to working with children. Lisa Murphy outlines nine characteristics programs need to build an environment that’s child-centered, where play, developmentally appropriate practice, and academic standards all come together under one roof.
Mindfulness Activities Kids can do with their Grown-ups to be Focused, Peaceful, and Grateful together! Mindfulness reduces anxiety and stress, improves focus, and creates calm--all attributes parents want for their kids. But what's the best way to teach it to your child? Mindfulness Activities for Kids (And Their Grown-ups) provides 40 mindfulness activities for you and your child to do …
How do we equip the next generation with money management skills that they can carry forth into their adult lives? One of the most important lessons that you can teach your kids is how to handle their money. Unfortunately, for most parents, giving their kids a sound financial education is an afterthought at best. Frustrated by the lack of resources that apply the concept of finance to r…
How can we help our kids develop the right habits and money management skills that will allow them to thrive financially in the real world? Parents know the importance of making their children financially literate at a young age. Yet, for most parents, providing financial training to their children remains a mystery. Following the wild success of Finance 101 for Kids, author Walter Andal'…
Financial literacy books for kids ages 10+ Make economics easy for students to understand (and enjoy!) with the activity-packed Mark Twain Basic Economics Workbook. Financial 5th grade books and up are a great way for fifth―eighth grade students to learn basic economic and math concepts while introducing students to the consumer world through focused lessons and practice. Why You’l…
Let children experience the learning power of play Children’s play is focused, purposeful, and full of learning. As children play, they master motor development, learn language and social skills, think creatively, and make cognitive leaps. This (un)curriculum is all about supporting child-led play, trusting children as capable and engaged learners, and forgoing packaged curriculums and pre…
Thinking critically. Communicating effectively. Collaborating productively. Students need to develop proficiencies while mastering the practices, concepts, and ideas associated with mathematics and science. Successful students must be able to work with large data sets, design experiments, and apply what they're learning to solve real-world problems. Research shows that inquiry-based instruct…
Fun activities that encourage positive behavior in kids ages 4 to 8 When children struggle with behavior, it's because they lack the tools to understand their strong feelings and react constructively. A positive approach to behavior books for kids, this activity book helps children build a stronger emotional vocabulary, improve their self-regulation, and develop empathy for others. They'll b…
The fun way for kids 6 to 10 to develop their social skills and make new friends What are the Dos and Don'ts for making and keeping friends? How can you decode body language clues? What's the best way to keep a conversation going? Just like learning multiplication tables, social skills don't come naturally—everyone has to learn them. This book makes mastering social skills accessible for k…
Clear, accurate photographs and simple, straightforward text presents readers with the rules for being safe while walking.