Denton, Paula

Presents practical information to help teachers lead students in envisioning themselves achieving success, use questions that encourage creative thinking, and listen to students in a supportive way, and includes stories and examples that show how to use words correctly and effectively in order to reinforce positive results in students.

Provides guidelines for first the reading and math lessons, group activities and goals for the school year and much more.

Suggestions for structuring the first six weeks of school in order to lay the groundwork for a productive year of learning.