num_pages: 240
description: NOTE: This edition of The First Six Weeks of School is now out of print. In March 2015 it was replaced by an updated and expanded 2nd edition, ISBN 978-1892989819Learn how to structure the first six weeks of school to lay the groundwork for a productive year of learning. Discover how taking the time to build a solid foundation in the early weeks of school can pay off all year long in increased student motivation, cooperation, responsibility, and self-control.This comprehensive guidebook for K-6 teachers features:Daily plans for the first three weeks and commentary about these plans at three grade levels: primary (K-2), middle (3-4), and upper(5-6Detailed guidelines for: Building community Creating rules and teaching routines Introducing engaging curriculum Fostering autonomy Integrating social and academic learning Establishing high expectations for learning and behaviorAn extensive collection of games, activities, greetings, songs, read-alouds, and resources especially useful during the early weeks of school.
language: English
title: The First Six Weeks of School
titlecomplete: The First Six Weeks of School
genres: Teaching, Philosophy, Read For School, Childrens, Education, Adult, Nonfiction, Teachers, School
ratings_count: 1580
awards: awardedAt: 978336000000
name: Independent Publisher Book Award (IPPY)
category: Education/Academic/Teaching (Finalist)
publisher: Northeast Foundation for Children