First Six Weeks of School,The (Strategies for Teachers) [Paperback]

Paula Denton (Author), Roxann Kriete (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1892989042 | ISBN-13: 978-1892989048 | Publication Date: May 1, 2000

Learn 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(5-6
• Detailed 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 behavior
  
• An extensive collection of games, activities, greetings, songs, read-alouds, and resources especially useful during the early weeks of school.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Top-Notch Book" --New Teacher magazine, Spring 2001

Top-Notch Book. --New Teacher magazine, Spring 2001

"Top-Notch Book" -- New Teacher magazine, Spring 2001

Top-Notch Book. --New Teacher magazine, Spring 2001

About the Author

Paula Denton has worked at Northeast Foundation for Children for sixteen years as a classroom teacher and nationally certified consulting teacher. Roxanne Kriete currently directs the Northeast Foundation for Children where she has worked for the past seventeen years. She has taught in classrooms from grades five through high school.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Northeast Foundation for Children (May 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1892989042
• ISBN-13: 978-1892989048
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,677 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

115 of 116 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great teacher resource, August 15, 2000

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Margaret M. Stroili (Hollis, NH USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: First Six Weeks of School,The (Strategies for Teachers) (Paperback)

First year teachers and experienced teachers alike will gain valuable skills from this richly detailed book. Denton and Kriete provide explict plans for the first six weeks of school which are guaranteed to build a sense of community within any classroom. Activities including games and writing help students become familiar with each other and develop a sense of trust, caring and respect. The book offers teachers a wide variety of games to play with children of all ages. This is a great book for all teachers who wish to start the year on a great note!

48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for new teachers, June 22, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: First Six Weeks of School,The (Strategies for Teachers) (Paperback)

This book is essential for new teachers like myself, who have no idea where to start when planning a new school year. It provides daily lesson outlines for the first 6 weeks of school. As well as the reasoning behind the authors'philosophies. I have learned how to structure my day to cullivate a community of learners. In turn I have faith that my first year will be successful, less stressful, and more productive than I had imagined. This is a great book for any teacher who wants to increase structure and promote community within the classroom

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Meaningful Book for Experienced or New Educationrs, July 14, 2006

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Lane Young "Teacher and Librarian" (Highland Park, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: First Six Weeks of School,The (Strategies for Teachers) (Paperback)

I bought this book based on the positive reviews here and was deeply rewarded. This book lays out a clear method and philosophy towards building a caring and safe classroom. The book offers separate parts for the K-2, 3-4, and 5-6 self contained classroom. What was most remarkable to me about this book was the way it struck a balance between being a teaching "cookbook" and a straight book of philosophy. Definitely recommended for any new or even experienced educator in a self contained elementary school classroom.