Games (& other stuff) for Teachers: Classroom Activities that Promote Pro-Social Learning [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Chris Cavert (Author), Laurie Frank (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2000

The classroom setting contains everything needed to implement these pro-social activities created by teachers for teachers. Activities focuses on improving skills like listening, following directions, communicating, problem solving, group interaction, and community building/teamwork. Sample questions motivate discussion and variations on activities that allow teachers to adjust activities to appropriate skill levels.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Students enjoy working together with these fun-filled and challenging, hands-on activities. The interventions and activities in this book will have a great impact on your students. With a listening ear, a teacher can expect positive feedback from the lessons in this book throughout the year." --Benita Lyons, M.Ed., LPC, School Counselor

About the Author

Chris Cavert & Laurie Frank's many years as experiential educators and facilitators have given them a wealth of information and creative, fun ideas to provide as resources for those who face the challenging task of not only opening the minds of young people, but also challenging them to learn about themselves, each other, and their world.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 150 pages
• Publisher: Wood N Barnes; 1 edition (January 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885473222
• ISBN-13: 978-1885473226
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,466,140 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dr. Chris Cavert is an internationally known speaker, trainer and author in the area of Adventure-Based Experiential Activity programming. He focuses on using adventure education to develop pro-social community building skills within groups of all ages. Chris' educational doctorate is in the area of curriculum and instruction with a focus on adventure education. He also holds a Masters degree in Experiential Education and is the author and developer of over a dozen adventure-based education publications and products. You can contact [e-mail] and visit Chris at: www.fundoing.com You can also follow Chris' Blog - Chris Cavert on Activities. Go to chriscavert.wordpress.com