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Mindset - Updated Edition

Changing The Way You think To Fulfil Your Potential

by Dr Carol Dweck ...

DISCOVER THE MINDSET FOR ACHIEVING SUCCESSWorld-renowned Stanford University psychologist Carol Dweck, in decades of research on achievement and success, has discovered a truly groundbreaking idea - the power of our mindset.Professor Dweck explains why it's not just our abilities and talent that bring us success - but whether we approach our goals with a fixed or growth mindset. With the right ... Read more

$12.99 AUD

DISCOVER THE MINDSET FOR ACHIEVING SUCCESSWorld-renowned Stanford University psychologist Carol Dweck, in decades of research on achievement and success, has discovered a truly groundbreaking idea - the power of our mindset.Professor Dweck explains why it's not just our abilities and talent that bring us success - but whether we approach our goals with a fixed or growth mindset. With the right
... Read more
The Bad Sister

A tense and emotional psychological thriller with an unforgettable ending

by J. A. Corrigan ...

One rotten apple can spoil the bunchThe Keane sisters grew up together at Raven House, a luxurious riverside home that their mother inherited. On the day of a party at the house, tension fills the air as Jess, Natalie and Teresa all fear the exposure of things they're desperate to hide. The beautiful evening is marred by tragedy, and a celebration turns into a nightmare when a young life is lost. ... Read more

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One rotten apple can spoil the bunchThe Keane sisters grew up together at Raven House, a luxurious riverside home that their mother inherited. On the day of a party at the house, tension fills the air as Jess, Natalie and Teresa all fear the exposure of things they're desperate to hide. The beautiful evening is marred by tragedy, and a celebration turns into a nightmare when a young life is lost.
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Dreamers, Discoverers & Dynamos

How to Help the Child Who Is Bright, Bored and Having Problems in School

by Lucy Jo Palladino Ph.D. ...

Does your imaginative, computer-proficient daughter tune out in the classroom? Does your spirited son become headstrong and aggressive when faced with the simplest decisions? Does your bold, energetic child have trouble focusing on basic tasks?Millions of children--one in five--have what psychologist Lucy Jo Palladino, Ph.D., calls the Edison trait: dazzling intelligence, an active imagination, a ... Read more

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Does your imaginative, computer-proficient daughter tune out in the classroom? Does your spirited son become headstrong and aggressive when faced with the simplest decisions? Does your bold, energetic child have trouble focusing on basic tasks?Millions of children--one in five--have what psychologist Lucy Jo Palladino, Ph.D., calls the Edison trait: dazzling intelligence, an active imagination, a
... Read more
Exceptionally Gifted Children

by Miraca U. M. Gross ...

Exceptionally Gifted Children is unique. The first edition of this book, published in 1993, introduced 15 remarkable children, some of the most gifted young people ever studied, and traced their path through school, exploring their academic achievements (and in some cases enforced underachievement), their emotional development, their social relationships and their family relationships and ... Read more

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Exceptionally Gifted Children is unique. The first edition of this book, published in 1993, introduced 15 remarkable children, some of the most gifted young people ever studied, and traced their path through school, exploring their academic achievements (and in some cases enforced underachievement), their emotional development, their social relationships and their family relationships and
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Islands of Genius

The Bountiful Mind of the Autistic, Acquired, and Sudden Savant

by Darold A. Treffert, Peter Leed, Rosa Martinez, Shirlee Monty, Susan Rancer ...

* Gold Medal Winner in the Psychology / Mental Health Category of the 2011 IPPY Awards ** Silver Medal Winner in the 2010 BOTYA Awards Psychology Category *Savant syndrome is a rare condition in which individuals with developmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorders, have one or more areas of expertise, ability, or brilliance - "islands of genius" - that exist in contrast with their ... Read more

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* Gold Medal Winner in the Psychology / Mental Health Category of the 2011 IPPY Awards ** Silver Medal Winner in the 2010 BOTYA Awards Psychology Category *Savant syndrome is a rare condition in which individuals with developmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorders, have one or more areas of expertise, ability, or brilliance - "islands of genius" - that exist in contrast with their
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Ableism in Education: Rethinking School Practices and Policies (Equity and Social Justice in Education)

by Gillian Parekh ...

Series Book 0 - Equity and Social Justice in Education
How we organize children by ability in schools is often rooted in ableism.Ability is so central to schooling—where we explicitly and continuously shape, assess, measure, and report on students’ abilities—that ability-based decisions often appear logical and natural. However, how schools respond to ability results in very real, lifelong social and economic consequences. Special education and ... Read more

$31.67 AUD

How we organize children by ability in schools is often rooted in ableism.Ability is so central to schooling—where we explicitly and continuously shape, assess, measure, and report on students’ abilities—that ability-based decisions often appear logical and natural. However, how schools respond to ability results in very real, lifelong social and economic consequences. Special education and
... Read more
Bright, Talented, and Black

A Guide for Families of Black Gifted Learners

by Joy Lawson Davis, Ed.D. ...

Bright, Talented & Black 2.0 is the book that so many have been waiting for. The one that addresses the specific needs of high potential needs of students who are most at risk in schools across the nation. Parents, families, educators, and advocates will read and be able to use the resources provided in this book to save the dreams of countless Black gifted students and others who have been ... Read more

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Bright, Talented & Black 2.0 is the book that so many have been waiting for. The one that addresses the specific needs of high potential needs of students who are most at risk in schools across the nation. Parents, families, educators, and advocates will read and be able to use the resources provided in this book to save the dreams of countless Black gifted students and others who have been
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5 Levels of Gifted

School Issues and Educational Options

by Deborah Ruf, Ph.D. ...

Formerly titled Losing Our Minds: Gifted Children Left Behind, this book describes differences in developmental stages within the gifted population. The children are classified into five levels of giftedness based on behaviors and developmental milestones, giving parents and educators a reference guide to compare with their own gifted children or students. A child s intellectual level can thus be ... Read more

$21.02 AUD

Formerly titled Losing Our Minds: Gifted Children Left Behind, this book describes differences in developmental stages within the gifted population. The children are classified into five levels of giftedness based on behaviors and developmental milestones, giving parents and educators a reference guide to compare with their own gifted children or students. A child s intellectual level can thus be
... Read more
1° Manuale per il Team Coach

Team-CARE, insieme vinciamo

by Marco Lagana' ...

Dopo la diffusione internazionale, di "Team-CARE, together we win" nel 2017, tradotto anche in italiano, Team-CARE, insieme vinciamo, e altre 8 pubblicazioni sul Team Coaching e il Mentoring, l'autore mette a disposizione lo strumento principale che ha sviluppato per i Team e il Team Leader. Questo Manuale è per chi vuole acquisire, gestire e valorizzare i talenti del team leader e dei membri dei ... Read more

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Dopo la diffusione internazionale, di "Team-CARE, together we win" nel 2017, tradotto anche in italiano, Team-CARE, insieme vinciamo, e altre 8 pubblicazioni sul Team Coaching e il Mentoring, l'autore mette a disposizione lo strumento principale che ha sviluppato per i Team e il Team Leader. Questo Manuale è per chi vuole acquisire, gestire e valorizzare i talenti del team leader e dei membri dei
... Read more
Raising Gifted Children: A Guide to Parenting a Child with Special Needs, Discovering Your Child's Abilities, Dealing with Anxiety to Help Your Children Thrive

by Cassandra Moody ...

The gift of raising gifted children – Becoming a proud parent of a special needs kidParenting brings joy unlike any other. But, being a parent is also the biggest challenge you'll ever face. The stakes are even higher when you're raising gifted or special needs children.While gifted kids' needs arise from their strengths, a child with special needs may have more weaknesses. However, these terms ... Read more

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The gift of raising gifted children – Becoming a proud parent of a special needs kidParenting brings joy unlike any other. But, being a parent is also the biggest challenge you'll ever face. The stakes are even higher when you're raising gifted or special needs children.While gifted kids' needs arise from their strengths, a child with special needs may have more weaknesses. However, these terms
... Read more
Accelerating Learning for All, PreK-8

Equity in Action

by Rebecca McKinney, Colleen Urlik ...

Ensure high expectations and engaging learning experiences for all studentsProviding all students with authentic experiences focused on strengths and learning progression—not deficits and gap filling—can change their trajectory. It’s time to use strategies typically reserved for advanced and gifted learners to advance all students’ learning.Designed to support equitable access and opportunities ... Read more

$44.14 AUD

Ensure high expectations and engaging learning experiences for all studentsProviding all students with authentic experiences focused on strengths and learning progression—not deficits and gap filling—can change their trajectory. It’s time to use strategies typically reserved for advanced and gifted learners to advance all students’ learning.Designed to support equitable access and opportunities
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The Mind Unleashed. Insights Into Giftedness and Parenting. A Family's Guide to Understand Gifted Minds.

by Steef Oskarsson ...

'The Mind Unleashed' offers an intimate and insightful exploration of the world of giftedness. Written by Steef Oskarsson, a gifted individual and experienced coach, the book shares personal stories, challenges, and triumphs of raising gifted children. It provides practical tips, emotional support, and deep understanding for parents, educators, and anyone involved in guiding gifted individuals. ... Read more

$7.81 AUD

'The Mind Unleashed' offers an intimate and insightful exploration of the world of giftedness. Written by Steef Oskarsson, a gifted individual and experienced coach, the book shares personal stories, challenges, and triumphs of raising gifted children. It provides practical tips, emotional support, and deep understanding for parents, educators, and anyone involved in guiding gifted individuals.
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Educating the More Able Student

What works and why

by Ian Warwick, Martin Stephen ...

An unprecedented collaboration between leading names from the independent and state sectors, this thought-provoking book addresses the current crisis in education for the most able.Grounded in the classroom, the authors draw on their own first-hand experiences and international research to scrutinise techniques and practices from leading countries, exploring the more divisive issues that have ... Read more

$88.30 AUD

An unprecedented collaboration between leading names from the independent and state sectors, this thought-provoking book addresses the current crisis in education for the most able.Grounded in the classroom, the authors draw on their own first-hand experiences and international research to scrutinise techniques and practices from leading countries, exploring the more divisive issues that have
... Read more
Artistically and Musically Talented Students

Edited by Enid Zimmerman, Sally M. Reis ...

Series series Essential Readings in Gifted Education Series
The expert guide to the identification and support of artistically and musically talented students!Is artistic talent a matter of nature or nurture? What are the best methods for identifying potential in the arts? How can educators and parents encourage and support artistic development? From identification to the empowerment of teachers of talented arts students, the readings within Artistically ... Read more

$45.04 AUD

The expert guide to the identification and support of artistically and musically talented students!Is artistic talent a matter of nature or nurture? What are the best methods for identifying potential in the arts? How can educators and parents encourage and support artistic development? From identification to the empowerment of teachers of talented arts students, the readings within Artistically
... Read more
Acceleration for Gifted Learners, K-5

by Joan F. Smutny, Sally Y. Walker, Elizabeth A. Meckstroth ...

"Smutny has assembled a group of colleagues who bring very practical and useful insights to this issue and suggest practices that will make the use of this important curricular modification justifiable, manageable, and, most of all, normal. Acceleration is not treated as a strategy of last resort but as a logical and reasonable way to acknowledge and provide for the growth and continuous progress ... Read more

$50.58 AUD

"Smutny has assembled a group of colleagues who bring very practical and useful insights to this issue and suggest practices that will make the use of this important curricular modification justifiable, manageable, and, most of all, normal. Acceleration is not treated as a strategy of last resort but as a logical and reasonable way to acknowledge and provide for the growth and continuous progress
... Read more
HPI, l’envers du décor

by Michèle Chevalier ...

Les Élèves à Haut Potentiel, bien que représentant seulement 2 % d’une classe d’âge, font face à des défis scolaires considérables. Selon les recherches, un tiers d’entre eux rencontrent des difficultés majeures et ne parviennent pas à atteindre le niveau du lycée, soit environ 60 000 enfants en France. Cet ouvrage propose un ensemble de témoignages qui dévoilent la souffrance de ces élèves, ... Read more

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Les Élèves à Haut Potentiel, bien que représentant seulement 2 % d’une classe d’âge, font face à des défis scolaires considérables. Selon les recherches, un tiers d’entre eux rencontrent des difficultés majeures et ne parviennent pas à atteindre le niveau du lycée, soit environ 60 000 enfants en France. Cet ouvrage propose un ensemble de témoignages qui dévoilent la souffrance de ces élèves,
... Read more
Special Ed: Highlights from 20 Years' Intervention Work

Special Ed, #1

by Maxine Yoong ...

Series Book 1 - Special Ed
The first book in a new trilogy entitled 'Special Ed' (short for 'Special Education'), Maxine Yoong chronicles real-life highlights from her twenty years of active intervention in special education in an informal capacity in Malaysia.Presented in the form of delightful and engaging short stories, her chapters focus on one main problem faced by a differently abled person, followed by a structured ... Read more

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The first book in a new trilogy entitled 'Special Ed' (short for 'Special Education'), Maxine Yoong chronicles real-life highlights from her twenty years of active intervention in special education in an informal capacity in Malaysia.Presented in the form of delightful and engaging short stories, her chapters focus on one main problem faced by a differently abled person, followed by a structured
... Read more
The Neurodiversity Playbook

How Neurodivergent People Can Crack the Code of Living in a Neurotypical World

by Matthew Zakreski, Psy.D. ...

This book represents a summation of a decade’s worth of therapy, research, workshops, and presentations around the unique aspects of social-emotional development in the neurodivergent community. The book grounds its approach in neuroscience and then applies those data to how our brains impact our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. As a child psychologist who specializes in working with this ... Read more

$39.89 AUD

This book represents a summation of a decade’s worth of therapy, research, workshops, and presentations around the unique aspects of social-emotional development in the neurodivergent community. The book grounds its approach in neuroscience and then applies those data to how our brains impact our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. As a child psychologist who specializes in working with this
... Read more
Außerirdische Reportagen vom Schulalltag

by Robin Schicha ...

In diesem Buch berichtet Robin Schicha von seinen Erfahrungen, die er im alltäglichen Schulalltag als Autist unter nichtautistischen Mitschülern gemacht hat.Eindrucksvoll und sensibel reflektiert der Autor, wie undiszipliniert und feindselig sich seine Mitschüler ihm gegenüber verhalten und ihn ausgrenzen und mobben. Der Autor hat seine Erlebnisse während seiner Pubertät in der Schulzeit ... Read more

$5.99 AUD

In diesem Buch berichtet Robin Schicha von seinen Erfahrungen, die er im alltäglichen Schulalltag als Autist unter nichtautistischen Mitschülern gemacht hat.Eindrucksvoll und sensibel reflektiert der Autor, wie undiszipliniert und feindselig sich seine Mitschüler ihm gegenüber verhalten und ihn ausgrenzen und mobben. Der Autor hat seine Erlebnisse während seiner Pubertät in der Schulzeit
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Excellence Gaps in Education

Expanding Opportunities for Talented Students

by Jonathan A. Plucker, Scott J. Peters ...

**2017 Texas Association for Gifted and Talented Legacy Scholar Book Award2017 National Association of Gifted Children Scholar Book of the Year AwardIn Excellence Gaps in Education, Jonathan A. Plucker and Scott J. Peters shine a spotlight on “excellence gaps”—the achievement gaps among subgroups of students performing at the highest levels of achievement.** Much of the focus of recent education ... Read more

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**2017 Texas Association for Gifted and Talented Legacy Scholar Book Award2017 National Association of Gifted Children Scholar Book of the Year AwardIn Excellence Gaps in Education, Jonathan A. Plucker and Scott J. Peters shine a spotlight on “excellence gaps”—the achievement gaps among subgroups of students performing at the highest levels of achievement.** Much of the focus of recent education
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Kinder und Jugendliche mit psychischen Auffälligkeiten in Schule und Kita

Klinische Psychologie für die pädagogische Praxis

Edited by Armin Castello ...

Aus vielerlei Gründen sind Pädagogen zunehmend konfrontiert mit psychischen Auffälligkeiten und Störungen bei Kindern und Jugendlichen. Wissen über deren Ursachen, Häufigkeit und Entwicklung sowie zu den Möglichkeiten wirksamer Behandlungen ist pädagogisch von großer Bedeutung. Einerseits, um im Gespräch mit Eltern und Therapeuten als kompetente Gesprächspartner agieren zu können, andererseits als ... Read more

$44.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Aus vielerlei Gründen sind Pädagogen zunehmend konfrontiert mit psychischen Auffälligkeiten und Störungen bei Kindern und Jugendlichen. Wissen über deren Ursachen, Häufigkeit und Entwicklung sowie zu den Möglichkeiten wirksamer Behandlungen ist pädagogisch von großer Bedeutung. Einerseits, um im Gespräch mit Eltern und Therapeuten als kompetente Gesprächspartner agieren zu können, andererseits als
... Read more
Autonomous Learner Model Resource Book

by George Betts, Robin Carey, Blanche Kapushion ...

Autonomous Learner Model Resource Book includes activities and strategies to support the development of autonomous learners. More than 40 activities are included, all geared to the emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development of students. Teachers may use these activities and strategies with the entire class, small groups, or with individuals who are ready to be independent, self ... Read more

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Autonomous Learner Model Resource Book includes activities and strategies to support the development of autonomous learners. More than 40 activities are included, all geared to the emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development of students. Teachers may use these activities and strategies with the entire class, small groups, or with individuals who are ready to be independent, self
... Read more
Why Do Teachers Need to Know About Diverse Learning Needs?

Strengthening Professional Identity and Well-Being

Edited by Dr Sue Soan ...

Series series Personal, Social and Emotional Perspectives for Educators
As a teacher, what are a teacher's personal, social and emotional responsibilities in supporting pupils with diverse learning needs?There is no longer a place for a teacher who denies their role in the education of pupils with diverse needs. But understanding how to meet these challenges, particularly in amongst the other challenges of teaching and the classroom, can seem daunting.Drawing on ... Read more

$41.57 AUD

As a teacher, what are a teacher's personal, social and emotional responsibilities in supporting pupils with diverse learning needs?There is no longer a place for a teacher who denies their role in the education of pupils with diverse needs. But understanding how to meet these challenges, particularly in amongst the other challenges of teaching and the classroom, can seem daunting.Drawing on
... Read more
I'm Not Just Gifted

Social-Emotional Curriculum for Guiding Gifted Children (Grades 4-7)

by Christine Fonseca ...

What does it mean to be a successful person? What traits and characteristics define successful people? Why do gifted children, in particular, need a strong affective curricula in order to maximize their potential? These questions and more are explored in this guide to helping gifted children in grades 4-7 as they navigate the complicated social and emotional aspects of their lives. This curriculum ... Read more

$40.53 AUD

What does it mean to be a successful person? What traits and characteristics define successful people? Why do gifted children, in particular, need a strong affective curricula in order to maximize their potential? These questions and more are explored in this guide to helping gifted children in grades 4-7 as they navigate the complicated social and emotional aspects of their lives. This curriculum
... Read more

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