Books published by publisher Trans-Atlantic Publications

The books are ideal preparation for GCSE religious studies long and short courses, as well as being an invaluable resource for non-examined courses at key stage 4.The key features within the book lead students through the content in an interesting and fulfilling way; 'Key Questions' ensure students know the direction of their learning* 'Key Word definitions' remove the ambiguity of subject specific words 'Weblinks' increase the scope and scale of their learning 'Perspectives' bring a sense of reality to the student and invoke discussion 'Test Yourself' provides instant feedback 'Tasks' and 'Assignments' require explanation, evaluation and provide exam preparation

Making Sense of Maths is the only series that develops conceptual understanding. This series will motivate, engage and develop the conceptual understanding of students at KS3 and KS4. Students build their own problem solving strategies based on their understanding of the world around them which then support them to tackle functional questions. The Student's Book, used in conjunction with the workbook and teachers' book, provides engaging activities that support students in developing a true understanding of representing, analysing and interpreting data. Making Sense of Maths has been based on Realistic Maths Education (RME) and extensively trialled in KS3 and KS4 classrooms in the UK by a team from Manchester Metropolitan University. Use alongside existing resources or on its own Ideal for Year 10s heading for the C/D borderline Ideal for intervention groups Supports the move from modular to linear specifications by improving knowledge retention Provides support for good teaching and learning under the current Ofsted criteria

PYP Springboard inquiry boxes can be used flexibly by teachers and students of the International Baccalaureate® Primary Years Programme, supporting a school's inquiry programme and the teaching of the units of inquiry.The What is Waste? Inquiry Box is for ages 3-6. It contains a collection of mixed-ability fiction and non-fiction books to enable students to practise research skills and explore their own lines of inquiry within the unit. The teacher's manual gives guidance and support offering: Links to the appropriate transdisciplinary themes and skills, key concepts and PYP attitudesSuggestions for central ideasQuestions to ask the students to provoke meaningful discussion and inquiryIdeas for learning engagementsFlexible assessment sheets and research organisersFormative and summative assessment ideasLinks to the learner profileLinks to other disciplinary concepts.Provides age-appropriate fiction and non-fiction books, including books for more/less able readers, to be used flexibly by the student for inquiry but not constrained by grade or level.The series covers a broad range of units, reflecting the variety found within IB® schools' programmes of inquiry and addressing some of the more challenging units to resource.The manual contains non-prescriptive, flexible support for the teacher to use and adapt to develop strong units of inquiry.The author is an experienced PYP practitioner and the series editor is well- respected PYP expert, Simon Davidson.Table of Contents: BoxUp to 15 fiction and non-fiction books32 page Teacher's ManualA4 list of the books in the box (for reference)ManualSeries overviewWhat is our purpose?Links to the transdisciplinary themesMain ideas of the unitCentral ideasWhat do we want to learn?Key conceptsTips on how to guide lines of inquiryKWL chartHow might we know what we have learned?Assessment opportunitiesIdeas for formative assessmentIdeas for summative assessmentAssessment good practiceAssessment sheetHow best might we learn?Tuning-in activitiesIdeas for learning engagementsDisciplinary conceptsTransdisciplinary skillsExample Research OrganiserPYP attitudesWhat resources need to be gathered?Resources and the classroom environmentAspects for English language learnersSupporting and extending students with learning differencesPlanner ideasAssessment and research sheetsList of book titles:What is Waste?: Teacher's ManualBe an Eco Hero at HomeBe an Eco Hero at SchoolGo Green: Reduce, Reuse, RecycleHow it's Made: A Glass JarHow it's Made: A Metal CanHow it's Made: A Paper Bag Making a Difference: Reusing ThingsPlanet PatrolReading Corner Phonics: In the ShedReading Corner Phonics: The Old Tin BathReduce, Reuse, Recycle: Food WasteReduce, Reuse, Recycle: Rubbish & LitterWhy Should I Recycle?Why Should I Save Energy?Why Should I Save Water?

York Notes are designed to give you a broader perspective on works of literature studied at GCSE and equivalent levels. With examination requirements changing in the twenty-first century, a number of significant changes have been made to this new series. Students are helped to reach their own interpretations of the text but York Notes now have important extra-value new features. York Notes are genuinely interactive. The new Checkpoint features make sure that students can test their knowledge and broaden their understanding.

In text, 'hints' support key areas, for example, specific calculations in worked examples. Clear, two-colour, labelled illustrations provide extra clarity and a visual aid to understanding. Numerous exercises, worked examples and clear explanations with questions and diagrams provide exceptional learning support. Applications and Activities provide extension material and further opportunities for coursework. Review and Technique exercises and Consolidation 'A' and 'B' exercises provide complete exam practice and course support.