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All the subject knowledge you need to teach primary science. If you are training to be a primary school teacher, you need to understand what you need to know about primary science before you can teach it. To help you build your subject knowledge, this comprehensive text includes subject knowledge from each part of the primary science curriculum and comes with a wide range of resources so you can test you knowledge as you progress through the course. an online science subject knowledge audit with the ability to share results end of chapter self-assessment questions Interactive tasks a science subject knowledge checklist useful weblinks for primary science teaching Recommended further reading This new edition comes with a new chapter on science in curriculum.

A complete ICT course for children from five years of age.

A complete ICT course for children from five years of age.

A complete ICT course for children from five years of age.

A complete ICT course for children from five years of age.

A complete ICT course for children from five years of age.

The Really Useful ICT Book is a practical and easy-to-use guide to give you all the confidence you need to use ICT really effectively inside and outside the primary classroom. It makes clear how ICT can be taught as a standalone subject, and how it can be used easily and imaginatively to enhance teaching other subjects. Jam-packed with ideas and templates to save you time, this friendly handbook offers an introduction to: using ICT inside the classroom – including interactive whiteboards, computer suites, VLEs and e-safety using ICT outside the classroom – including word processors, laptops, data loggers and digital cameras when and how to use a wide range of software and hardware – from spreadsheet packages through to digital photography, e-portfolios and software simulation using ICT in all subject areas practical suggestions for using ICT in cross-curricular topics using ICT to develop teacher and pupil creativity using ICT for assessment and in your professional role. With an emphasis on developing children’s creativity and on progression from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2, The Really Useful ICT Book is a comprehensive compendium of advice and inspiration for all training, newly qualified and experienced teachers, as well as those in support roles in primary schools.

The essential teaching theory and practice text for primary science. Covering the key skills of planning, monitoring and assessment and class management, it relates these specifically to primary science. The 5th edition of this popular text includes new features making specific links to Every Child Matters and outlining how ICT can be embedded into the teaching of primary science. This text is an indispensable guide for primary trainees on the theory and practice required for effective and creative science teaching. Includes features and activities to help the reader make essential links between theory and practice.

A secure knowledge of primary science is essential for the trainee teacher. Clear subject knowledge and understanding is the foundation of confident, creative, and effective teaching. Written to help the UK''s trainee primary teachers develop and consolidate their knowledge of science, this new fourth edition has been completely revised and updated. The text is structured around the current UK curriculum and incorporates the Primary National Strategy. All content is linked to the 2007 Qualified Teacher Status Standards and new links are made to the Early Years Foundation Stage.

The Oxford First Science Dictionary gives your child a head start in understanding the first scientific words and concepts that they will encounter in their first years at school. It is organised alphabetically and gives simple and clear meanings for over 300 science words, from ''abdomen'' to ''zoo''. Each entry is illustrated with child-friendly contemporary artwork or clear diagrams to add meaning and support the definition in a fun and accessible way. Expertly-levelled supplementary material in a section at the back lists everyday vocabulary children will come across in their science lessons.

Activities for children from five upwards Using lively illustrations and screen displays to build and develop students'' ICT skills for particular purposes, demonstrating how to design, correct and evaluate control systems; build websites with hyperlinks and images; understand and design networks; and produce video and animation, incorporating audio effects. Benefits and features include: a close match to the content and order of the syllabus; an easy-to-follow format; learning objectives to help teachers; clear step-by-step instruction in using a computer; and stimulating, fun-to-do activities. To be used in the classroom setting. Materials and prepared files are available on the Danawa Resources Sdn Bhd (www.DaRes.com.my) website.

On Track Stage 1 uses lively illustrations and screen displays to build and develop students'' ICT skills. The book demonstrates how to create and format complex documents; plan, create and organise multimedia presentations, incorporating audio and animation effects; design and create, modify and evaluate spreadsheets and graphs; and create, develop and test databases. The activities in the book use Microsoft Office XP software and Microsoft Access. Benefits and features include: a close match to the content and order of the syllabus; an easy-to-follow format; learning objectives to help teachers; clear step-by-step instruction in using a computer; and stimulating fun-to-do activities. On Track Stage 1 is to be used in the classroom with guidance from trained teachers. Materials and prepared files are available to teachers on the Danawa Resources Sdn Bhd (www.DaRes.com.my) website.

Activities for children from five upwards

Starter Award in ICT: On Track is one of three titles focusing on ICT for primary school children. Starter Award in ICT: On Track introduces students to more advanced concepts of ICT. Using illustrations and screen displays, it builds on keyboard skills and basic routines such as email, handling data, spreadsheet management, handling images and using the Internet. Features include: . clear step-by-step instruction in use of computer applications . stimulating activities . easy-to-follow format The book can be used in the classroom and at home, and includes additional guidance for helpers.

Starter Award in ICT: Initial Steps is one of three titles focusing on ICT for primary school children. Initial Steps introduces children to the basic concepts of ICT and will help them to develop skills in this area. It is designed for use in the classroom and at home, and includes guidance for parents and helpers so that they can assist children who wish to practise their new skills on their home computers. All the activities in the book use the BlackCat Supertool CD-ROM, produced by Granada, as well as the readily available Microsoft encyclopaedia Encarta.

Starter Award in ICT: Next Steps is one of three titles focusing on ICT for primary school children. Next Steps introduces children to the basic concepts of ICT and will help them to develop skills in this area. It is designed for use in the classroom and at home, and includes guidance for parents and helpers so that they can assist children who wish to practise their new skills on their home computers. All the activities in the book use the BlackCat Supertool CD-ROM, produced by Granada.

Use ICT gives step-by-step instructions in ICT following the sequence of the QCA Scheme of Work. Each unit covers a particular skill and features cross curricula activities for one core and one foundation subject. The books can be used with or without a PC and feature an offscreen section in each unit.

The books in this series use examples derived from Black Cat Supertools to provide structured explanations and a range of activities that are suitable for use in a weekly ICT lesson. The books also provide structured lesson plans and step-by-step activities.