Introduce students to literary texts to help them become active and enthusiastic readers! This practical resource provides experienced and novice teachers with a variety of literature that can be implemented into the elementary classroom. Background information and fiction book recommendations are provided for key topics. From alphabet books to poetry, chapter books to read-alouds, this teacher-friendly resource is a must-have!

Parents and teachers know that reading aloud to children is important, and many parents of young children read aloud to them daily. However, when children start to read on their own, parents often stop reading aloud. But, the early elementary school years, when children are learning how to read on their own, is a perfect time to build vocabulary and comprehension skills through read aloud and Active Reading. Raising an Active Reader makes clear the process of learning to read, how Active Reading fits into raising strong readers, and the behaviors that adults can do to encourage strong language, comprehension, and vocabulary in children in grades K-3. This book extends on the ABCs of Active Reading (Ask Questions, Build Vocabulary, and make Connections) as they apply to older children and picture books, chapter books, and novels. Raising an Active Reader provides parents and teachers with the knowledge and skills to engage elementary school-aged children (grades K-3) in Active Reading with examples, clear explanations, and ideas for making one-on-one or small group read aloud sessions a powerful way to build children’s early literacy and language skills, all while creating a lifelong love of reading.

Appropriate for courses in General Methods in Early Childhood: Development of the Young Child, Early Childhood Development, and Early Childhood Curriculum. This text is the first of its kind to emphasize the importance of different types of interaction for development and learning. A theoretical rationale is provided for the importance of appropriate interactions between an adult and child, between a child and older and younger peers, or between a child and an object. For those who work in real situations with young children, this is an invaluable guide that presents methods of planning, program implementation, and evaluation.

A guide for farm historians offering practical suggestions in pursuing research on the history of a single farm or a wider agricultural topic. Hurt (rural studies, Iowa State U.) suggests techniques for researching and writing, discusses the value of oral histories and photographs, points out specific historical relevance found in farm architecture, and provides a detailed "how to" for conducting research at libraries and state historical societies. Includes photographs and an appendix of historical societies and agencies. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

The ground breaking concepts in this best selling book made Dr Cabot a household name and opened the eyes of millions around the world to the importance of the liver to maintain a healthy body and immune system. Hundreds of delicious liver cleansing recipes will help you to apply the liver friendly principles to your life. Look good and feel great on The Liver Cleansing Diet. Dr Cabot's book contains invaluable information for all readers. The unique 8 week eating plan to detoxify and control your weight. The vital principles of a healthy liver. How to help your liver to reverse "fatty liver" and to Improve Liver function for those suffering with hepatitis. Steps to overcome child obesity. A fascinating insight into the ancient Chinese and naturopathic philosophies on liver problems. Liver tonics from herbs and nutritional medicine to speed up weight loss (with scientific references) and to help repair a damaged liver. The futuristic artificial liver for those with serious liver disease. A healthy liver is the key to efficient fat metabolism and weight control. The liver-cleansing diet has many benefits: Increased energy levels. Detoxification and cleansing of the blood stream. Reduction of inflammation and degenerative diseases. Better immune function. Efficient fat metabolism. Weight control. The liver is the gateway to the body and takes the load off our precious immune system. Who Can Benefit For the thousands of patients who suffer with overburdened immune systems, hepatitis, chronic fatigue, obesity, fatty livers and recurring blocked arteries (even after bypass surgery). Let's not suffer with what I call the "fossilized brain syndrome" where lateral and original thinking becomes a crime. Remember that a healthy liver will reduce depression and moodiness and therefore enable you to laugh more and not get too overheated or as the Chinese say "gung ho" about life's little tribulations. "Love your LIVER and LIVE longer"

Geographical listing of over 26,000 care facilities in the United States. Information was derived from nursing homes and residential care facilities reported by various state agencies to the National Center for Health Statistics. Entries give name and address of facility, type of ownership, and number of beds. Fifteen indexes and three appendixes.