Books with author Russ Parker

Mathematical Power is a book that shows how to bring the goals of the NCTM Standards to life in a classroom on a day-to day basis. Although it is the story of one classroom, the implications go far beyond this classroom. As the teachers here struggle to examine their practices, teachers will connect with them and gain a clearer picture of what it means to teach mathematics for understanding. These teachers turn theory into actual classroom practice while addressing the complexities of: selecting new mathematics content planning for instruction establishing a collaborative learning environment helping children learn to make choices and take responsibility for their learning meeting the academic and social needs of all children keeping records of children's work assessing for understanding. Ruth Parker brings to this book an in-depth understanding of the goals of mathematics reform efforts, a belief in children as caring and powerful sense makers, and a long history of working to make schools more relevant and meaningful places for children and teachers.

Cyberbullying, harassment, embarrassing others, tormenting, threatening or humiliating, and spousal abuse are all considered 'bullying.' It happens to children, teens, and adults. It occurs in pre-school, elementary school, college, home, and in the workplace. It is apparent in all walks of life. Bullying occurs in every town, city, state, province and country. It has many ugly faces, that is getting uglier by the day. With today's technology, mobile phones, internet, and social media, bullying has become easier, more widespread and long lasting. Its’ effects are destructive, brutal, and in some cases, even fatal. Even though bullying is found in many facets of today’s society, Beyond Sticks and Stones focuses mainly on children, teens and young students. For the most part, this is where the deviant behavior commences and for many, carries over into their adult lives. This book is a valuable tool for parents, teachers and anyone who could or should take action against bullying.