John Sharp

Robin Smith

Graham Peacock

Alan Cross

Shirley Simon

Rob Johnsey

Diane Harris

Now with online resources to support teaching practice! An extensive knowledge of the primary science curriculum is not enough for trainee teachers, they need to know how to teach science in the primary classroom. This is the essential teaching theory and practice text for primary science that takes a focused look at the practical aspects of teaching. It covers the important skills of classroom management, planning, monitoring and assessment and relates these specifically to primary science, with new material on assessment without levels. New coverage on being a scientist is included to help readers understand how science teaching goes far beyond the curriculum, whilst practical guidance and features support trainees to translate their learning to the classroom. And to support students even further with the very latest strategies in classroom practice, this 8th edition now includes the following online resources on the brand new companion website: practical lesson ideas for the classroom The Primary National Curriculum for science in Key Stages one and two tips for planning primary science useful weblinks for primary science teaching Using this new edition with the supporting online material makes it an essential guide to effective and creative science teaching.

Primary Science: Teaching Theory and Practice

Jill Jesson

A complete ICT course for children from five years of age.

Cambridge ICT Starters: On Track, Stage 2

* Over 200 scientific words in alphabetical order, each with a simple meaning or example of use* Every entry illustrated with contemporary artwork and clear diagrams* Illustrated thematic section at the back with extra words ranging from classroom equipment to measurements* Headwords support and develop scientific language and understandingGraham Peacock is an experienced teacher, a well-published author of primary science texts and an Inset Co-ordinator for Primary Science

Oxford First Science Dictionary

Cambridge ICT Starters: Next Steps, Stage 1

Cambridge ICT Starters: Initial Steps uses lively illustrations and screen displays to build and develop children's ICT skills. It shows them how to create and edit stories and poems; create pictures; produce graphs and pictograms; send, receive and reply to emails; and find out information using CD-ROMS. The activities in the book use Microsoft Office XP software, Microsoft Paint, MSWLogo, Microsoft Encarta and Microsoft Outlook Express. Benefits and features include: a close match to the content and order of the syllabus; an easy-to-follow format; learning objectives to help teachers; clear step-by-step instruction in using a computer; and stimulating fun-to-do activities. This book is to be used in the classroom with guidance from trained teachers. Materials and prepared files are available to teachers on the Danawa Resources Sdn Bhd (www.DaRes.com.my) website.

Initial Steps Microsoft

Cambridge ICT Starters

The Really Useful ICT Book is a practical and easy-to-use guide to give you all the confidence you need to use ICT really effectively inside and outside the primary classroom. It makes clear how ICT can be taught as a standalone subject, and how it can be used easily and imaginatively to enhance teaching other subjects. Jam-packed with ideas and templates to save you time, this friendly handbook offers an introduction to: using ICT inside the classroom – including interactive whiteboards, computer suites, VLEs and e-safety using ICT outside the classroom – including word processors, laptops, data loggers and digital cameras when and how to use a wide range of software and hardware – from spreadsheet packages through to digital photography, e-portfolios and software simulation using ICT in all subject areas practical suggestions for using ICT in cross-curricular topics using ICT to develop teacher and pupil creativity using ICT for assessment and in your professional role. With an emphasis on developing children’s creativity and on progression from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2, The Really Useful ICT Book is a comprehensive compendium of advice and inspiration for all training, newly qualified and experienced teachers, as well as those in support roles in primary schools.

Graham Peacock

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