New Professional Books
September 2015
Check out our new professional books in the SVS Library! There is something for everyone!
These books are available to all Region 12 teachers. There is something for every content area and for every grade level. Contact the SVS Library at 868-6232 if you would like a book - or two or three (!) sent to you via inter-office mail.
For a list of all 361 books in our professional collection, click here.
Instruction that Measures Up: Successful Teaching in the Age of Accountability
A practical four-stage framework for guiding teachers through their most important instructional decisions: curriculum determination, instructional design, instructional monitoring, and instructional evaluation.
Awaken the Learner: Finding the Source of Effective Education
In this motivational book, Dr. Robert J. Marzano partners with Rachel's Challenge founder Darrell Scott, father of Rachel Joy Scott the first student killed in the 1999 Columbine High School shooting in Littleton, Colorado. The authors explore the necessity and ability for K-12 teachers and administrators to promote positive change and kindness among students and teachers.
Falling in Love with Close Reading: Lessons for Analyzing Texts --- and Life
Lehman and Roberts show that studying text closely can be rigorous, meaningful, and joyous. You'll empower students to admire the craft of a beloved book, study favorite songs and video games, and challenge peers in evidence-based discussions.
Comprehending Problem Solving: Building Mathematical Understanding with Cognition and Language
Nationally recognized mathematics educator and author Art Hyde takes a culminating look at his thirty years of experience working with teachers and students to answer the question: In the Common Core era, what are the most successful practices for helping children solve mathematical problems with deep understanding? The key, he argues, is providing positive experiences with meaningful mathematics centered around rich activities.
Teaching Science for Understanding in Elementary and Middle Schools
This book centers on how to build on the ideas your students already have to cultivate the thinking and skills necessary for developing an understanding of the scientific aspects of the world.
Unstoppable Learning: Seven Essential Elements to Unleash Student Potential
Examine how to use systems thinking which involves distinguishing patterns and considering short- and long-term consequences to better understand the big picture of education and the intricate relationships that impact classrooms. Identify strategies and tools to create clear learning targets, prepare effective lessons, and successfully assess instruction.
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