A user-friendly guide to the Philosophy of Education, its extent, its key thinkers and movements, and its potential contribution to a range of educational concerns.

Can baboons read? That is the thought-provoking question that opens this wonderfully accessible book for trainee and practising primary school teachers to fully understand the process of reading comprehension. It develops subject knowledge and provides practical strategies and lesson ideas to teach comprehension confidently.

By examining the historic background of observing and planning, and describing examples of good practice in different group settings, this book will help to monitor a child's progress - what is needed now and to work out what is needed next.

Cutting Edge Third Edition builds on the distinctive task-based approach that has made this course so popular. Engaging texts, new video content and a comprehensive digital package are just some of the features that make this fully revised edition even more effective.

A handy five-step wellness guide helping busy teachers to optimize their classroom effectiveness and breeze through stressful and busy times.

The first teacher's guide to the proven counseling approach known as motivational interviewing (MI), this pragmatic book shows how to use everyday interactions with students as powerful opportunities for change.

An essential guide to wellbeing in education for all school staff from leaders to classroom teachers.

The all-round companion for your School Direct secondary teacher education course, no matter what subject you are studying.

The only textbook you′ll need to support you through your entire Early Childhood Studies degree. This updated edition is comprehensive and current, with student voices in every chapter.

The future-forward framework in this book prepares leaders to harness the power of innovative ideas and digital strategies to create relevant, engaging, and intuitive school cultures.