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The Best Outcomes for Young People: Lessons from a PRU Headteacher
by Janice CahillAimed at all teachers, this book provides practical ways for Pupil Referral Units, Alternative Provision and mainstream schools to work in partnership to secure the best outcomes for students. With an increasing number of learners finding the school environment difficult for a variety of complex reasons, it focuses on ways that professionals can meet their needs with limited resources and time. Written by an experienced PRU headteacher, this book is packed with examples of good practice, detailed case studies and opportunities for reflection to help readers examine their current working practice, develop new strategies to engage with young people and adopt a range of inclusive practices to maximise the potential of pupils in their care. In summary The Best Outcomes for Young People: Promotes inclusion through partnership working Recognises the value of all pupils Provides real-life scenarios of AP/PRU practice which can be transferred to mainstream schools Helps schools audit their current practice and develop a range of inclusive practices for their community.
The Best Pet? (Pedro)
by Fran ManushkinPedro and his dog, Peppy, are ready for the pet show. Peppy can sit and fetch on command. And he's freshly washed and ready to shine. But when they get to the pet show Peppy gets upset and ends up in the mud. Is there any way for him to become the best pet?
The Best Punctuation Book, Period: A Comprehensive Guide for Every Writer, Editor, Student, and Businessperson
by June CasagrandeThis all-in-one reference is a quick and easy way for book, magazine, online, academic, and business writers to look up sticky punctuation questions for all styles including AP (Associated Press), MLA (Modern Language Association), APA (American Psychological Association), and Chicago Manual of Style.Punctuate with Confidence--No Matter the Style Confused about punctuation? There's a reason. Everywhere you turn, publications seem to follow different rules on everything from possessive apostrophes to hyphens to serial commas. Then there are all the gray areas of punctuation--situations the rule books gloss over or never mention at all. At last, help has arrived. This complete reference guide from grammar columnist June Casagrande covers the basic rules of punctuation plus the finer points not addressed anywhere else, offering clear answers to perplexing questions about semicolons, quotation marks, periods, apostrophes, and more. Better yet, this is the only guide that uses handy icons to show how punctuation rules differ for book, news, academic, and science styles--so you can boldly switch between essays, online newsletters, reports, fiction, and magazine and news articles.This handbook also features rulings from an expert "Punctuation Panel" so you can see how working pros approach sticky situations. And the second half of the book features an alphabetical master list of commonly punctuated terms worth its weight in gold, combining rulings from the major style guides and showing exactly where they differ. With The Best Punctuation Book, Period, you'll be able to handle any punctuation predicament in a flash--and with aplomb.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students is here to help ambitious, high-performing students get the most out of the educational process. This guide will help students find honors, awards, and life-changing opportunities. In addition to our descriptive award listings, there are also sections on writing about yourself, preparing a strong curriculum vitae/resume, and obtaining strong letters of recommendation. Peterson's also has advice for parents of accomplished students and advice from past student award winners. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--A Selection of Access and Equity-Based Programs
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-A Selection of Access and Equity-Based Programs reviews a collection of opportunities to help people succeed in the U.S. educational system and in society. These programs include those that are designed to help underrepresented groups gain exposure to experiences that will prepare them for success. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--A Selection of Competitive Scholarship Opportunities
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-A Selection of Competitive Scholarship Opportunities reviews a collection of nationally prestigious programs. These first-rate scholarship opportunities have been selected based on the history of each program, their benefits, and the amount of each award. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--A Selection of Top Internships and Experiential Opportunities
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-A Selection of Top Internships and Experiential Opportunities reviews a collection of cocurricular opportunities that help in the educational planning and advancement of high-performing students. The listing includes the best ways for students to plan for their experiential opportunities during college summers. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--Advice for Parents
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-Advice for Parents provides strategies and resources to help parents mentor their child to achieve his or her academic and professional potential. It includes tips on identifying a child's gifts, becoming a child's advocate without becoming a "helicopter parent," and looking for opportunities to enhance a child's education outside of school. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--Advice from Student Winners: What's the Secret?
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-Advice from Student Winners: What's the Secret? lets readers hear the voices of students who have had great success in applying for the types of awards described in this book. These award winners describe their approach to the application process, and they offer their own educational advice for other students. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--For the Ambitious: Competitive Scholarships and Experiential Opportunities
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-For the Ambitious: Competitive Scholarships and Experiential Opportunities helps outstanding students understand the types of honors, awards, and life-changing opportunities available to them. It briefly covers why applying for highly competitive opportunities has value and contains a list of ten of the most prestigious scholarships for high school students. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--How to Write About Yourself
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-How to Write About Yourself focuses on how to craft a strong personal statement. In addition, there are shorthand lists of do's and don'ts for writing personal statements that help readers further develop their writing styles. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--Interviewing to Win
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-Interviewing to Win describes the interview process and offers advice on how to best prepare should readers be called in for an interview. It deals with what to expect, what to wear, and some basic do's and don'ts in an interview. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--Obtaining Strong Letters of Recommendation
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-Obtaining Strong Letters of Recommendation helps students choose the best recommenders and prep them with the information they need to do a great job in writing the recommendation. It assists students in distinguishing between college and scholarship recommendations, approaching professors about letters of recommendation, and preparing letter of recommendation portfolios. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--Preparing a Strong Curriculum Vitae/Resume
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-Preparing a Strong Curriculum Vitae/Resume walks students through the process of preparing their resumes or CVs. Examples of actual resumes and CVs are included, along with strategies for selecting what should and should not appear on a resume and/or CV. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--Scholarship and Fellowship Resources for International Students
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-Scholarship and Fellowship Resources for International Students provides international readers with a starting point for academic and experiential opportunities located primarily in the Unites States. The listing includes a description of the international resources and their Web sites. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Scholarships for the Best Students--Strategies and a Timeline for Success
by Peterson'sPeterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students-Strategies and a Timeline for Success provides an overview of the strategies ambitious students should use and the steps they should take to plan and apply for scholarships, honors, awards, and experiential opportunities. Students can help plan ahead with the timeline, or calendar, which takes them through the application steps from freshman year to graduation. Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students provides expert strategies to help successful students apply for and win major academic and experiential awards. For more information see Peterson's The Best Scholarships for the Best Students.
The Best Seat in First Grade (I Can Read Level 1)
by Katharine KenahThis heartfelt story is just right for all children getting ready for first grade and other big early steps!On the first day of first grade, Sam is excited to share his news with the class. While some kids report losing a tooth or going to soccer camp, Sam tells the class that his elephant had a baby. "No way!" cry his classmates. "No one has an elephant." Will Sam be able to convince his classmates that he's telling the truth?First graders and first graders to be will root for Sam, who is so excited to share his news that he can't sit still and nearly falls off his chair. First graders will relate, and their parents, caregivers, and teachers will smile in fond recognition. The team that wrote and illustrated the I Can Read favorites The Best Chef in Second Grade and The Best Seat in Second Grade knows how to create a gentle, believable, sweet story that helps kids explore their emotions and reflect on their own experiences.The Best Seat in First Grade is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
The Best Seat in Kindergarten (My First I Can Read)
by Katharine KenahBeginning readers will love this warm introduction to all the excitement and uncertainty of starting kindergarten!It's Sam’s first day of kindergarten, and he's not so sure what to expect. Sam’s teacher, Ms. Tate, takes the class on a nature walk, and at the very end, everyone gets to show off what they found! Sam makes new friends when he helps everyone find interesting things for show-and-tell.On the first day of kindergarten, everyone is new at school—including Sam. Kindergartners and kindergartners to be will relate to Sam's worries and be reassured by how well his day goes.The team that wrote and illustrated the I Can Read favorites The Best Seat in First Grade and The Best Seat in Second Grade knows how to create a gentle, believable, sweet story that helps kids explore their emotions and reflect on their own experiences.The Best Seat in Kindergarten is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
The Best Seat in Second Grade: A First Day of School Book for Kids (I Can Read Level 2)
by Katharine KenahSam has the best seat in second grade—right next to George Washington, the class pet! Sam brings his hamster buddy on the class field trip to the science museum…but disaster strikes when George jumps from Sam’s pocket into the museum’s Hamster Habitat.“Carter’s expressive watercolor illustrations help bring the kids in room 75 and their furry pet to life,” commented Kirkus.The Best Seat in Second Grade is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.
The Best Selling Coach: Business Development for Business Coaches, Consultants and Advisors
by Nick Davies Rebecca BonningtonWritten by a sister and brother team with 35 years of combined experience, this book demystifies business development and offers a simple and highly effective method of selling for business coaches and consultants.Selling professional services, particularly for new or aspiring consultants, can seem daunting and distasteful. This book shows that it doesn’t need to be this way and, using a four-stage process, shows coaches how to first build their confidence and go on to locate, connect and meet desirable clients, virtually or in person. This book guides readers through asking for the sale and keeping control of the business relationship as it develops. Complete with email and letter templates and LinkedIn strategies, many chapters also link to an online course which gives access to downloadable materials such as professionally designed PDFs suitable for workshops, presentations and coaching sessions.Current, new and aspiring business coaches, as well as postgraduate coaching students, will welcome this guide to solving the top issues most people face in this sector: finding new clients, building your client base and winning work.
The Best Shoes
by Gwendolyn HooksA young girl goes shopping for shoes but will she find just the right pair?
The Best Southeastern Colleges, 2014 Edition
by Princeton ReviewTHE PRINCETON REVIEW KNOWS COLLEGE ADMISSIONS. Looking for a great college in Florida, Virginia, the Carolinas, or other south-east states? The Princeton Review can help! In this eBook, we bring you profiles of the 75 best schools in the Southeast, including:*DIRECT QUOTES FROM STUDENTS that give insight into each school's unique character, classes, financial aid, social scenes, and more *DETAILED ADMISSIONS INFORMATION that gives tuition, application criteria, deadlines, student to faculty ratios, graduation rates, and the most popular majors*COVERAGE OF SCHOOLS IN SOUTH EAST STATES: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia The profiles in The Best Southeastern Colleges are selected from The Princeton Review's popular mega-guide, The Best 378 Colleges. Written for any student or parent mystified by the confusing college admissions process, The Best Southeastern Colleges provides the facts and information needed to make a smart decision about which of the best schools in the Southeast to consider.
The Best Summer Programs for Teens
by Sandra BergerRecord numbers of teens are applying to selective universities and the competition to gain entrance into college is tougher than ever before. The 2016-2017 edition of The Best Summer Programs for Teens helps teenagers find the coolest, most exciting, and most fulfilling summer programs across the United States. College-planning expert Sandra L. Berger provides students and parents with advice on using summer opportunities to help gain entrance into selective universities, and guidance on researching, choosing, applying for, and making the most out of summer programs. Students will be able to peruse the updated directory of more than 200 of the best summer opportunities in the areas of academic enrichment; fine arts; internships and paid positions; leadership and service; math, science, computer science, and technology; and study abroad or international travel, to find the program that fits them best.
The Best Summer Programs for Teens
by Sandra L. BergerRecord numbers of teens are applying to selective universities and the competition to gain entrance into college is tougher than ever before. The Best Summer Programs for Teens 2014-2015 helps teenagers find the coolest, most exciting, and most fulfilling summer programs across the United States. College-planning expert Sandra L. Berger provides students and parents with advice on using summer opportunities to help gain entrance into selective universities, and guidance on researching, choosing, applying for, and making the most out of summer programs. Students will be able to peruse the updated directory of more than 200 of the best summer opportunities in the areas of academic enrichment; fine arts; internships and paid positions; leadership and service; math, science, computer science, and technology; and study abroad or international travel, to find the program that fits them best.