Despite an unattractive title, this is an excellent resource for forming partnerships between parents, teachers and students. This book emphasizes high power learning. The chapter on note-taking gives examples specific to subject areas like history, fiction, and chemistry. Other chapters examine test-taking strategies, reading improvement skills, and evaluating literature. For an older or more motivated student.
Exercises are progressive and the story leads students on to the next lesson.
The focus here is on research, only one chapter examines writing the actual report. For those who need practical tips on outlining, writing strong paragraphs and conclusions. Sample exercises are included. These slim books are packed with practical advise about improving writing skills through process. Topics include outlining, topic approval and thorough understanding of the assignment.