Motivational and Behavioral Resources

by Marjorie R. Simic and Melinda Mcclain and Michael Shermis

This easy-to-use resource contains practical advice and fun activities that help your children explore math, science, history, poetry, music, art, and writing. There is a special chapter to guide you in making the most out of the public library. Click here for more information...

by Marjorie R. Simic and Melinda Mcclain and Michael Shermis

Help your child develop high self-esteem, strong motivation to learn, self-discipline, and good health and fitness! This book offers practical advice, answers to frequently asked questions, family activities, and lists of books to read and share. Click here for more information...

by Susan Moke and Michael Shermis

Based on his experience as a journalist turned writing teacher, the author argues persuasively that writing is the most effective way most students have for learning. He marshalls much evidence behind that theme. Click here for more information...

by Herbert Kohl

This essay is a plea to distinguish students who consciously choose not to learn from those who fail to learn. In some cases our children are not-learning as a sensible choice in the face of brutality and craziness. In distinguishing the not-learners from those who fail to learn the author gives the reader a better understanding of the non-learner. Click here for more information...

Practical guidance for parents and fun stories for children, Kindergarten through 4th grade. This book contains two parts: Part I offers easy-to-read advice on helping children succeed in school, including family activities and books for further reading. Part II contains three read-along stories delightfully illustrated by Dave Coverly (author of the cartoon Speed Bump) so you can start sharing reading experiences right away. The audio cassettes make this book easy for parents and children at any literacy level to use and enjoy. Click here for more information...

Practical guidance for parents and fun stories for children, Kindergarten through 4th grade. This book contains two parts: Part I offers easy-to-read advice on helping children succeed in school, including family activities and books for further reading. Part II contains three read-along stories delightfully illustrated by Dave Coverly (author of the cartoon Speed Bump) so you can start sharing reading experiences right away. The audio cassettes make this book easy for parents and children at any literacy level to use and enjoy. Click here for more information...

by William Christen and Thomas Murphy

Help your children learn to learn! This book by two innovative educators will improve your children's note-making techniques, test-taking strategies, and time management skills. Also included are valuable decision-making and goal-setting techniques, as well as guidelines for successful writing projects. Written specifically for young adults, the clear and concise ideas can be put to use with immediate results. Click here for more information...