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This book has been designed specifically to engage and motivate primary and secondary school students to think 'outside' the box, to create new ideas and to have fun whilst learning. These activities...

Through wisdom from researchers, thinkers, and personal experiences, readers will discover why the reasoning behind decisions matters more than the actions that follow.Author: Norman HunterPublisher:...

An international bestseller--previously published by Finch Publishing (Steve Biddulph original publisher) Every child has a right to a life where they're respected for who they are and have friends...

Mum decides to set up a new business on the Overflow. Big Bill calls it 'diversification'. But getting a pregnant cow and making cheese proves to be much more than curds and whey.Author: Phil Kettle,...

The role of teachers isn't limited to just teaching. Teachers are here to educate, to lead others out to a new beginning, a future that students and teachers can wholeheartedly embrace. In Curating...

In Developing Executive Functioning in the Early Years, Dr Rosalyn Muir delves into the crucial yet often overlooked domain of executive functioning in young children. Drawing on more than 30 years...

This book adopts the principles of the Pirozzo Model, which offers six approaches teachers can use to effectively implement differentiation in their classroom.Author: Ralph PirozzoPublisher: Amba...

Excuse Me!: Outrageous Plays for Secondary StudentsAuthor: Hazel EdwardsPublisher: Amba PressPublication Date: Feb 19, 2025Number of Pages: 112 pagesBinding: Paperback or SoftbackISBN-10:...

In 'Festival Fun', the mayor of Chance, the ubiquitous Mel Bell, decides that this small town on the bank of the Darling needs a cultural event.Author: Phil Kettle, Bob AndersenPublisher: Amba...

Earning money for the first time can be very rewarding. For teenagers earning money from part-time work at food outlets and retail stores, from their own small businesses and from their hobbies,...

A tropical cyclone has dumped water in Queensland, and it is working its way down the river system. What will it mean for the Overflow and for the campers?Author: Phil Kettle, Bob AndersenPublisher:...

Grammar exists to make communication easier.Learning how to improve and master grammar and punctuation may seem tedious and challenging, but it will ultimately determine how you learn English...

The pressures of our job as teachers are enormous. Often time-poor, overworked and underappreciated, we must also manage complex relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. These are human...

When Aunty Joan, visits from the big smoke with her two children the scene is set for a competition. But when Dad organises a houseboat for a day out on the river, disaster strikes.Author: Phil...

In How Good are School Gardens? seasoned educator Emma Derainne delves into the transformative potential of school gardens. Emma explores how these vibrant green spaces offer more than just...

Igniting STEM Learning: A Guide to Designing an Authentic Primary School STEM Program is a groundbreaking resource for teachers and leaders ready to take on the challenge of bringing robust and...

Providing effective feedback to teachers is critical in improving teaching standards and student performance - but how can we deliver this feedback in a way that does not lead to misunderstanding,...

Improving thinking in the classroom does not have to be difficult. This book provides teachers with useful and practical strategies that will enable them to provide an engaging, exciting and...

Practical, easy to use and focused firmly on solutions, this book is your indispensable guide to addressing one of the most vexed issues facing educators and schools today.Author: Ken RigbyPublisher:...

A user-friendly resource book for teachers, Kaleidoscope of Ideas contains numerous classroom activities that are designed to help middle primary to junior secondary students develop creative...

Keeping Our Kids Hopeful delves into the essence of what drives us to face each new day: hope and confidence in the future. It explores how this sense of hope can be fostered in children, even amid...

Keeping Up with Teaching : Strategies for Thriving in the 21st CenturyAuthor: Celia Di Iorio, Margherita GhezziPublisher: Amba PressPublication Date: Jul 31, 2024Number of Pages: NA pagesLanguage:...

Help your primary students develop a deep appreciation for the natural world with Life in a Garden: Activities and Projects for the Outdoor Classroom. In this practical handbook, permaculture expert...

Blending personal anecdotes with practical advice, Paul Teys explores the multifaceted role of a principal, emphasising the creation of culture, effective school governance, and the delicate balance...

On the Same Wavelength: Neurodiversity, Memory, Learning, and the Autism SpectrumAuthor: Nola NorrisPublisher: Amba PressPublication Date: Mar 05, 2025Number of Pages: 228 pagesBinding: Paperback or...

There is a growing body of research concerning the important role of the school principal in cultivating a positive school culture. School culture influences all happenings in a school and therefore...

Amid the discourse surrounding the controversial role of generative AI in education, Practical AI Strategies goes beyond the hype to explore the opportunities and challenges of the technology in...

Reading is one of the most important skills. It is essential for success in not only high school, but life. Reading effectively isn't always easy for students going through high school - including...

Permaculture expert and educator Ross Mars is back with another collection of hands-on projects and investigations that provide students with opportunities to observe, understand and contribute to a...

'Everyone knows everything about teachers. They can tell you about their holidays (too long), their days (too short), their whingeing (too much), their job (too easy), and their personalities (too...