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Grades K–5 The Words That Shape Us Lily Howard Scott Teachers know that what we say to students matters. Recent neuroscientific research confirms just how powerful words can be. They can literally shape our brains, inviting us to create new mental concepts and influencing our emotional experiences. This book shares classroom-tested strategies and brain-changing teacher language that positively transforms how students think, feel, and achieve within their classroom communities and beyond. Includes curricular connections that help students explore and internalize these transformative words. 144 pages.
Grades K–5 Make It Relevant! Valerie E. King To teach children effectively, teachers must first connect with their students and understand them. This book shows educators how to become relevant to young learners by leaning in, tackling emotionality, transforming culture, and more. Includes practical strategies and ready-to-go mini- lessons. 128 pages.
LILY HOWARD SCOTT foreword by georgia heard
THE WORDS THAT SHAPE US
The Science-Based Power of Teacher Language
Well-Being SCHL-718922 $18.99
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The following resources were created in collaboration with early childhood researchers at Yale who specialize in improving academic and health outcomes for children and their families. ⊲ Did you know?
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Grades PreK–3 The Educator's Guide to Understanding Child Development Linda C. Mayes
Grades K–5 The Educator’s Guide to Building Child & Family Resilience Michele Myers and Linda C. Mayes
In this easy-to-read guide, Dr. Linda Mayes gives educators a solid understanding of the latest child development research. By exploring everything from learning challenges to literacy, this book will help you implement science-based practices that support healthy academic and emotional growth. 192 pages.
Drawing on research by the Yale Child Study Center, Myers and Mayes show us how stress, anxiety, and trauma affect students’ ability to thrive and learn in our classrooms. They offer resilience-promoting routines and activities that enable children to connect more deeply with peers, teachers, and families—all while building key literacy skills. 176 pages. Well-Being SCHL-743048 $35.99
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