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Guarendi, Ray – PTA Today, 1987
A six-step approach for increasing a child's academic output is presented. (MT)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Children, Discipline, Elementary Education
Sawtelle, Charlotte – 1984
Part of a three-volume series, this guide is intended for parents of children in the first- through sixth-grade, who want to become involved in their children's education and to help their children learn. Discussion focuses on the following topics: (1) helping children to develop self-esteem and self-confidence; (2) helping children develop…
Descriptors: Child Responsibility, Discipline, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Sawtelle, Charlotte – 1985
One of a series, this guide was produced for parents who want to become involved in their children's education and is designed to help them understand and encourage adolescents' growth and development. Section I offers an overview of adolescence. Section II discusses aspects of self-esteem, qualities of relationships affecting self-esteem, and…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Career Planning, Discipline, Elementary Secondary Education
Blai, Boris, Jr. – 1985
This discussion suggests ways to (1) improve parents' communication with their children; (2) provide students with the keys to freedom through self-discipline; (3) increase parents' involvement in their children's learning in the areas of reading, mathematics, science, social studies, creative arts, and health and physical education; (4) recognize…
Descriptors: Academic Failure, Discipline, Elementary Education, Guidelines
Palumbo, Anthony – 1998
This manual, written by a classroom practitioner, addresses concerns frequently voiced by beginning teachers. It is designed as a practical approach to what works in the classroom. The chapters focus on the following issues: Classroom Management; Classroom Discipline (student behavior, easy ways to establish control, major issues, calling home,…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Discipline, Elementary Secondary Education, Grading
Friedman, Ronald J.; Doyal, Guy T. – 1987
This book is designed for parents and teachers of children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and hyperactivity. Chapter 1 describes the symptoms, diagnosis, and causes of ADD, its effect on parents and families, inborn temperament characteristics of children with ADD, and tests and rating scales used to diagnose and treat the disorder. The…
Descriptors: Allergy, Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems
Rosenblum-Lowden, Renee – 2000
This book presents a collection of strategies to help teachers at all levels develop a rapport with students and manage everyday school problems. There are 17 chapters in 9 parts. Part 1 "Tips for New and Student Teachers," includes (1) "Odds and Ends for Beginners." Part 2, "Beginning a Winning Year," includes (2)…
Descriptors: Beginning Teachers, Classroom Techniques, Discipline, Elementary Secondary Education
Torreano, Joanna Montagna – 2000
This book presents tips, in the form of questions and answers, to help beginning teachers feel less isolated. There are six sections. "Getting Your Act Together" includes "What To Do Before School Opens"; "The First Day of School"; "Open House"; "Goal Setting"; and "Last Day of School.""Getting To Know You" includes "Administrators"; "Board of…
Descriptors: Beginning Teachers, Boards of Education, Children, Childrens Literature
Spreyer, Leon – 2002
This book provides teachers with practical information for managing their work both in and out of the classroom. Highlights include advice on more than 80 subjects, book suggestions and games for the classroom, suggestions to help veteran teachers stay motivated and avoid burnout, and tips for new teachers on the first day and first week of school…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Beginning Teachers, Cheating, Classroom Environment
Blaydes, John – Corwin Press, 2004
Today's principals face unique challenges--demands of time, knowledge, and organization, which take their toll on even the most flexible leader. A complement to the insightful "Survival Skills for the Principalship: A Treasure Chest of Time-Savers, Short-Cuts, and Strategies to Help You Keep a Balance in Your Life" (ED495598), this ready-to-edit…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Principals, Stress Management, Instructional Leadership
Blaydes, John – Corwin Press, 2004
Today's principals face unique challenges--demands of time, knowledge, and organization which take their toll on even the most flexible leader. This compilation of resources offers practical, ready-to-use solutions to the issues and dilemmas facing principals every day. These valuable resources can be consulted for years to come as a long-term…
Descriptors: Principals, Stress Management, Instructional Leadership, Administrator Effectiveness