Disciplinary Literacy and Gamified Learning in Middle School Classrooms

Disciplinary Literacy and Gamified Learning in Middle School Classrooms
Author: Leslie Haas
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2022-05-16
Genre: Education
ISBN: 3030994228

This textbook prepares teachers to incorporate gamified learning experiences into middle school classrooms. Its focus provides concrete examples of how to seamlessly integrate literacy across disciplines in a fun, engaging, and unique way for all learners. Furthermore, this book offers practical information related to pedagogy, content, and differentiation for each lesson. Preservice teachers, practicing teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators can benefit from this user-friendly text and its companion digital components, allowing for replication of lessons based on national standards, backed by best-practices, and supported by differentiated pedagogy. This unique book begins with engineering marvels that span across centuries and locations. The ten chapters, in chronological order, are titled: Acropolis, Petra, Colosseum, Chichen Itza, Moai, Red Square, Taj Mahal, Neuschwanstein, Eiffel Tower, and Sydney Opera House. By focusing on specific examples of human ingenuity, opportunities are created to delve into the historical and social aspects of each chapter’s focus. There are also chances to explore the artistic merit and the art created about and around each marvel. Additional teaching moments lie in understanding the science, engineering, technology, and math embedded in all featured marvels. Each chapter offers material lists, resource materials, and visual/graphic images to support understanding. Teaching tips and differentiation strategies are also provided to support novice and career teachers alike.

History Channel This Day in History For Kids

History Channel This Day in History For Kids
Author: Dan Bova
Publisher: Hearst Home & Hearst Home Kids
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2024-03-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 195839579X

An exciting, visual adventure through history with day-by-day accounts of extraordinary events, notable people, and incredible inventions for kids ages 8-12. History comes alive in this beautifully illustrated book with bite-size facts (along with a touch of humor) that will engage and entertain young curious minds. Jam-packed with important events, inspiring accomplishments by remarkable people, and groundbreaking inventions, this super-fun fact-filled book, the first kids book from History Channel, includes the most interesting historical facts--from early civilization up to the 21st century all around the world for every day of the year. Each day’s entry includes multiple events that occurred on that day in history along with charming original illustrations and photography. Plus, readers are prompted to recall their own remarkable milestones, helping them to consider their place in history. Inside, kids will discover: Historic events that happened on their birthday Major moments in sports Groundbreaking events and famous military battles Fearless explorers, inventors and freedom fighters Record-breaking stunts Weird and wacky holidays Incredible dinosaur discoveries, and much more! A great gift for an up-and-coming history buff and an engaging resource for the classroom, this book offers a fresh twist on history, looking into the past and letting you recall your own.

Weird But True! 4

Weird But True! 4
Author: National Geographic Kids
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2018
Genre: Curiosities and wonders
ISBN: 142633110X

Offers a collection of true facts about animals, food, science, pop culture, outer space, geography, and weather.

Gustave Eiffel's Spectacular Idea

Gustave Eiffel's Spectacular Idea
Author: Sharon Katz Cooper
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2015-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1479571369

"Discusses the creation of the Eiffel Tower and the man behind it, including the idea, the obstacles, and the eventual success"--

Weird But True! 5

Weird But True! 5
Author: National Geographic Kids
Publisher: National Geographic Children's Books
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2013
Genre: Children's questions and answers
ISBN: 1426311249

A collection of fun and surprising facts about our world.

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2013

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2013
Author: National Kids
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2012
Genre: Almanacs, American
ISBN: 1426309244

Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.

Weird But True 1: Expanded Edition

Weird But True 1: Expanded Edition
Author: National Geographic Kids
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2018
Genre: Curiosities and wonders
ISBN: 1426331045

Offers a collection of true facts about animals, food, science, pop culture, outer space, geography, and weather.

Where Is the Eiffel Tower?

Where Is the Eiffel Tower?
Author: Dina Anastasio
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2017-05-16
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0451533852

Learn about the Eiffel Tower, beloved and iconic symbol of Paris, France, and one of the most recognizable structures in the world! When the plans for the Eiffel Tower were first announced, many people hated the design of the future landmark, calling it ungainly and out of step with the beautiful stone buildings of the city. But once it went up for the World's Fair in 1889, the people of Paris quickly fell in love with the tower. Today it seems impossible to imagine Paris without the Eiffel Tower, which greets millions of visitors each year who climb up its wrought-iron stairs, ride its glass elevators, and enjoy the wonderful views of the city spread out below it. This book, part of the New York Times best-selling series, is enhanced by eighty illustrations.

National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids
Author: National Geographic Kids
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2020
Genre: Almanacs, American
ISBN: 1426336713

Provides the latest information on a wide rage of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environments, history, and science.

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2018

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2018
Author: National Geographic Kids
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2017-04-24
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426327722

Contains facts, photographs, and maps that provide readers with information on animals, cultures, famous landmarks, science, the future, and many other topics.