Think Tank Library
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Think Tank Library

Brain-Based Learning Plans for New Standards, Grades K–5

  1. 150 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Think Tank Library

Brain-Based Learning Plans for New Standards, Grades K–5

About this book

Transform your library into a "think tank" by helping teachers create an active learning environment in which students question, investigate, synthesize, conclude, and present information based on Common Core standards. The rigors of today's mandated academic standards can repurpose your library's role as a steward of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) at your school. This guide will help you help teachers present exciting, field-tested lessons for elementary grades K through 5, addressing developmental steps and individual differences in key competencies in the CCSS. Authors and educators Mary Ratzer and Paige Jaeger illustrate how brain-based learning helps students become deep, critical thinkers and provide the lesson plans to coax the best thinking out of each child. This tool book presents strategies to help learners progress from novice to expert thinker; challenge younger students with questions that lead to inquiry; incorporate "rigor" into lessons; and use model lesson plans to change instruction. Beginning chapters introduce the basics of instruction and provide ideas for expert cognitive growth of the brain. Sample lessons are aligned with key curriculum areas, including science, social studies, music, art, and physical education.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title
  4. Copyright
  5. Contents
  6. Acknowledgments
  7. Introduction: Why Thinking?
  8. Chapter 1: Thinking and the Culture of Your School
  9. Chapter 2: 22 Strategic Ideas for Turning your Library into a Think Tank Today
  10. Chapter 3: Think-Tank Libraries and Inquiry
  11. Chapter 4: Thinking and the Common Core
  12. Chapter 5: Novice and Expert Thinkers
  13. Chapter 6: If a Brain Could Talk
  14. Chapter 7: Thinking and Information Literacy
  15. Chapter 8: Thinking in English Language Arts
  16. Chapter 9: Thinking and Text Dependent Questions
  17. Chapter 10: Thinking in Social Studies
  18. Chapter 11: Thinking in Mathematics
  19. Chapter 12: Thinking in Science
  20. Chapter 13: Introduction to Think-Tank Lessons
  21. Chapter 14: Developmental Spotlight on Thinking
  22. Chapter 15: Primary K–2 Library and Classroom Lessons
  23. Chapter 16: The Late Elementary Discovery Grades (3–5) Library and Classroom Lessons
  24. Chapter 17: Think Tank Starter Kits
  25. Appendix
  26. Bibliography & Resources
  27. Index