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Teaching With the Brain in Mind | Eric Jensen | Brain Friendly Teaching | A short, practical, very readable, clearly illustrated overview of how our brains function and what teachers can do to make their teaching more "brain friendly." If you ever have the opportunity to go to a workshop presented by the author, Eric Jensen, do so! You won't regret it. Sorry, no audio version available. |
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A Mind at a Time | Mel Levine | Special Education and Exceptional Students | There is no such thing as an evil, naughty child, simply children whose brains aren't functioning as they should and could. Full of interesting examples and practical suggestions. Dr. Levine is an expert when it comes to figuring out why a child is having trouble in school and helping teachers, parents and students work together for success. See Dr. Levine's website at: www.allkindsofminds.org Audio version available for loan. |
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21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership | John C. Maxwell | Leadership | I have listened to this book several times and always learn something new or think of a new way to apply what I've learned. Maxwell has effectively synthesized what effective leadership is. Common sense advice illustrated with fascinating examples from history, sports, entertainment and business. Audio version available for loan. |
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Thinking for a Change | John C. Maxwell | Leadership | While thinking is one of the most important things we do, very few of us have been taught how to do it effectively. In this interesting, clearly illustrated, logically sequenced book, Maxwell teaches you how to be an effective thinker. Audio version available for loan. |
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People | Stephen R. Covey | Personal Development | One of the all-time greatest personal development books. Every human needs to read this book and develop the habits. Audio version available for loan. |
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Educating Esmé | Teacher Stories | Fascinating and entertaining story of a new teacher's first year in a rough big city school. Audio version available for loan. | |
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The Myth of Laziness | Mel Levine | Special Education and Exceptional Students | Most students who don't get their work done or stay on task have information processing weaknesses that, if corrected, would allow them to be far more productive classroom citizens. Audio version available for loan. |
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