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Chalkboard Jungle

One Teacher's Struggle to Survive in the American Public School System

By: Barbara Maria Kovacs

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Chalkboard Jungle

One Teacher's Struggle to Survive in the American Public School System

By: Barbara Maria Kovacs

Brenda Connor dreamed of being a teacher her whole life. Recently graduated from college, shes thrilled when she gets a job as a public school math instructor. But her joy soon turns to despair when she realizes the job she dreamed of is something of a nightmare. First, the length of her employment is based on the results of a standardized test known as the FCAT. Whats more, Brendas students are disrespectful and uninterested in learningand in spite of Brendas phone calls, their parents dont care. The administration is determined that students must improve their test scoresno matter the cost. Brenda quickly finds herself under the watchful eye of assistant principal, Mrs. Harrison, whoinstead of offering her supportseeks to get rid of Brenda, documenting her performance in the classroom and threatening to place her on a professional disciplinary plan Brendas only friend, Mr. Fisher, is also under evaluation. They are both thwarted at every turn, harassed via weekly interrogations and classroom reviews. Brendas dream of being a teacher is vanishing before her eyes, and she must decide: are students worth fighting for, or will she give in to administrative pressure and quit before stress destroys her body and mind?

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395

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iUniverse

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ISBN 10

1491712015

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9781491712016

Lonely, Sad, and Angry

A Parent's Guide to Depression in Children and Adolescents

By: Barbara D. Ingersoll,Sam Goldstein

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Lonely, Sad, and Angry

A Parent's Guide to Depression in Children and Adolescents

By: Barbara D. Ingersoll,Sam Goldstein

All children experience occasional feelings of loneliness, sadness, and anger. However, when these feelings are so strong and so prolonged that they appear to overwhelm the child, the possibility of childhood depression must be considered. In "Lonely, Sad And Angry, authors Barbara D. Ingersoll and Sam Goldstein define depression in straightforward terms and explain how depression differs from the normal "ups and downs" of life. They describe what kinds of behaviors signal depression in children and adolescents and explain how to tell if a child or adolescent is depressed. They discuss the causes of depression and examine treatment options with an eye toward helping parents decide which treatment--medical, psychological, and environmental--might be most beneficial to a depressed youngster. Detailed information is provided about what parents and teachers can do to help depressed children at home, in school, and in the community. The book includes guidelines for what to do in a crisis situation and suggestions about where to turn for further help. Finally, the authors look to the future and offer some ideas about what lies ahead for children diagnosed with depression.

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248

Publisher

Main Street Books

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ISBN 10

0385476426

ISBN 13

9780385476423

10 Favorite Subjects in Watercolors

By: Barbara Jeffery Clay

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10 Favorite Subjects in Watercolors

By: Barbara Jeffery Clay

Artists constantly seek out new projects, plain and simple. With this new series, they'll find what they're looking for: books by well-known artists, each featuring 10 no-holds-barred, step-by-step, start-to-finish projects. Every project includes: A list of challenges and learning points, so readers can identify the obstacles to mastering the skill and then master it; Materials lists, with tips on the different materials available for optimal use; A preliminary drawing to trace for easy reproduction, along with colour mixing examples and pull-outs. With a crystal clear focus on the projects, this series will speak to readers hungering for simple instruction to create works of their own.

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102

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International Artist Publishing

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1929834519

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9781929834518

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Chalkboard Jungle

Chalkboard Jungle

Lonely, Sad, and Angry

Lonely, Sad, and Angry

10 Favorite Subjects in Watercolors

10 Favorite Subjects in Watercolors

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