Strategies for Teaching Boys & Girls Elementary Level: A Workbook for Educators - Softcover

Gurian, Michael; Stevens, Kathy; King, Kelley

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0787997307 ISBN 13: 9780787997304

Publisher: Jossey-Bass, 2008

Synopsis

In his best-selling classic Boys and Girls Learn Differently , Michael Gurian explained the origin and nature of gender differences in the classroom. His important book explored the behavior teachers observed and the challenges they faced with both boys and girls in their classrooms. Taking the next step, Strategies for Teaching Boys Elementary Level: A Workbook for Educators and Girls offers teachers a hands-on resource that draws on the Gurian Institute's research and training with elementary schools and school districts. The workbook presents practical strategies, lessons, and activities that have been field-tested in real classrooms and developed to harness boys' and girls' unique strengths. The workbook is designed to help teachers build a solid foundation of learning and study habits that their students can use in the classroom and at home. It covers the key curricular areas and offers proven techniques to make learning, no matter what the subject, more engaging for all students. The workbook is an essential resource for all teachers who want to improve their practice and get the most from all students whatever their gender.

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Review:

With the school year rapidly coming to a close, here's a book you might want to give your child's teacher as a thank you gift. (Aptos Times, 05/08)

From the Back Cover:

Strategies for Teaching Boys and Girls ELEMENTARY LEVEL

In his best-selling classic Boys and Girls Learn Differently, Michael Gurian explained the origin and nature of gender differences in the classroom. His important book explored the behavior teachers observed and the challenges they faced with both boys and girls in their classrooms.Taking the next step, Strategies for Teaching Boys and Girls offers teachers a hands-on resource that draws on the Gurian Institute's research and training with elementary schools and school districts. The workbook presents practical strategies, lessons, and activities that have been field-tested in real classrooms and developed to harness boys' and girls' unique strengths.

The workbook is designed to help teachers build a solid foundation of learning and study habits that their students can use in the classroom and at home. It covers the key curricular areas and offers proven techniques to make learning, no matter what the subject, more engaging for all students.

The workbook is an essential resource for all teachers who want to improve their practice and get the most from all students--whatever their gender.

PRAISE FOR STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING BOYS AND GIRLS--ELEMENTARY LEVEL

"Researched-based, classroom-tested, instantly applicable strategies will wake up, motivate, and excite you and your students."
--DAWN L. RYAN, literacy teacher, Boulder Valley School District

"The authors have created a vital resource for teachers and administrators who are striving to conquer the gender gap in their schools."
--DR. JOSEPH M. PORTO, superintendent, Avoca School District 37, Wilmette, Illinois

"Unique and practical strategies to differentiate for gender differences and help teachers to create personalized learning experiences for all youngsters."
--DR. LINDA KARGES-BONE, professor of education, Charleston Southern University, School of Education and author, More Than Pink and Blue

About this edition

• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0787997307
• ISBN 13: 9780787997304
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 225