A Moving Child Is a Learning Child
Free Spirit Publishing Inc.,U.S. (Verlag)
978-1-57542-435-4 (ISBN)
In order to learn, kids’ need to move! Grounded in best practices and current research, this hands-on resource connects the dots that link brain activity, movement, and early learning. The expert authors unveil the Kinetic Scale: a visual map of the active learning needs of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary graders that fits each child’s individual timetable.
Teachers, parents, and caregivers will find a wealth of information, actionable tips, and games they can use to support children’s healthy development—all presented in a lively, full-color format with demonstrative diagrams and photos. A final section offers easy-to-implement activities geared to the Kinetic Scale.
Downloadable digital content includes printable charts, games, and activities from the book plus a PowerPoint presentation for professional development, parent handouts, and bonus activities. An ideal tool for coaches, mentors, and trainers.Introducing the Kinetic Scale
unique framework encompassing all the elements of movement: reflexes, sensory tools (sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch, balance, and intuition), motor tools (power, coordination, and control), and language
based on six stages of movement development from birth to age 7: snugglers, squigglers, stompers, scampers, scooters, and skedaddlers
designed to foster a balanced diet of physical activity that helps each child move, grow, and learn on the child’s individual timetable
Gill Connell is a globally recognized presenter and child development authority, specializing in the foundations of learning through movement and play. She provides developmental expertise to parents, preschools, schools, and companies such as Hasbro, Inc., based on her more than thirty years in preschool and primary education. She is the former national director of Gymbaroo Preschool Activity Centers and the founder of Moving Smart, Ltd., which offers resources, tools, trainings, and workshops. She coauthored the book Moving to Learn: An Essential Guide for All Parents, Carers and Educators, A Moving Child is a Learning Child: How the Body Teaches the Brain to Think, and Move, Play, Learn with Smart Steps: Sequenced Activities to Build the Body and the Brain. Gill lives in Christchurch, New Zealand, and travels regularly to the United States. Cheryl McCarthy is a former vice president of intellectual property development for Hasbro, Inc. She is a thirty-year veteran of the world of children’s play, specializing in young children’s storytelling and entertainment. As executive producer, she managed the creative development of properties such as My Little Pony, Candy Land, Mr. Potato Head, and many other beloved children’s icons. She is currently the creative director at Moving Smart, Ltd. Cheryl lives in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
List of Figures
List of Reproducible Forms
Foreword by Marcia Gentry
Introduction
Chapter 1: Giftedness Defined in Diverse Groups
Definition of Gifts and Talents
Identifying Giftedness Across Cultural, Linguistic, and Socioeconomic Communities
Twice-Exceptional Learners: Gifted Students with Learning or Behavior Challenges
Chapter Summary
Chapter 2: Using Brain Research to Improve Differentiation
Brain Research and Giftedness
Putting the Research to Practice
Chapter Summary
Chapter 3: The Common Core State Standards and Gifted Education
How Common Core State Standards Affect Gifted Students
Responding to the Common Core
Considerations in Reframing Curriculum for Gifted Students
Chapter Summary
Chapter 4: Defensible Programs and Services
General Characteristics of Gifted Elementary Students
General Characteristics of Gifted Secondary Students
Gifted Programming Models
Effective Grouping Practices within Gifted Program Options
Chapter Summary
Chapter 5: Creating Authentic Honors Courses
Articulation: Clearly Defining the Rigors of an Honors Course
Differentiating an Honors Course
Alignment: Effective Practices in Student Selection
Accountability: Continuous Review for Continuous Improvement
Chapter Summary
Chapter 6: Changing Roles for Educators of Gifted Students
Defining the Role of the Teacher
Teacher as Mindset Shifter
Teacher as Knowledge Guide
Chapter Summary
Chapter 7: Co-Teaching: A Collaborative Approach to Differentiation
The Roles of Classroom Teacher and Gifted Specialist
Co-Teaching Strategies for Addressing Learning Differences
Co-Planning Lessons for Gifted Learners
Chapter Summary
Chapter 8: Understanding and Reversing Underachievement
Defining Underachievement
Factors That Influence Academic Achievement Potential Risks for Underachievement
Reversing Underachievement
Chapter Summary
Chapter 9: Assessment and the Gifted Learner
Types of Assessment
Integrating Assessment into Instruction
Using Assessment with Gifted Students
Assessment That Builds Autonomy
Chapter Summary
Chapter 10: Leadership
Gifted Education Specialist: Administrator or Teacher Leader?
Embedding Differentiation for Gifted Learners into Classroom Practice
Instructional Coaching
Lesson Study
Chapter Summary
Chapter 11: Next Steps
References and Resources
Index
About the Authors
| Reihe/Serie | Free Spirit Professional® |
|---|---|
| Zusatzinfo | full-color |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 184 x 235 mm |
| Gewicht | 771 g |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie ► Schwangerschaft / Geburt |
| Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Spielen / Lernen | |
| Geisteswissenschaften ► Psychologie ► Pädagogische Psychologie | |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Schulpädagogik / Grundschule | |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Vorschulpädagogik | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-57542-435-5 / 1575424355 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-57542-435-4 / 9781575424354 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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