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Aug 13 at 6 PMLearn the basics of Tinkercad software and the operation of our 3D printer. |
Aug 16 at 2 PMMark A Johnson presents the history of barbecue in Alabama from the 1800s to present day. |
Aug 21 at 4 PMDesigned for beginners, this class teaches the basics of using Canva to create flyers and other promotional material. |
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The Essential 55: An Award-Winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child
by Ron Clark
When Ron Clark walked into his fifth-grade class in rural North Carolina, he was confronted with a tremendous challenge. The children had little interest in learning, and were sorely lacking in guidance. How would he transform a group of apathetic kids into disciplined, thoughtful, and curious students? He quickly realized that they needed to learn some basic rules. Clark compiled a list of 55 lessons, and soon, his fifth-grade students--who once struggled to read at the third-grade level--were reading at the sixth-grade level . . . and loving it. What's more, they were gaining something crucial-self-respect. Those 55 lessons evolved into what Clark calls The Essential 55 -- guidelines for living and interacting with others.The Essential 55 will prepare parents and educators to teach students the rules for life -- everything from knowing how to say thank you, to acing an interview.
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The Parent Backpack for Kindergarten through Grade 5: How to Support Your Child's Education, End Homework Meltdowns, and Build Parent-Teacher Connections
by ML Nichols
Finally, a book that demystifies our daunting education system by giving parents the insights and strategies they need to build positive relationships with teachers and connect to their children's learning in productive ways. Involved Parents = Better Students How do you ensure your child gets the best education possible when U.S. schools have become overburdened, test-driven institutions that rank only average worldwide? Decades of research confirm that when parents engage with their children's learning, kids do better in school--and life. This straight-talking guide helps you: - understand the critical role you play in your child's education, - connect with educators in respectful ways, - encourage a love of reading in your kids, - minimize homework meltdowns and disorganization, - support students who struggle academically, - help children navigate social situations and bullying, and - fuel your child's mind and body for learning. Parent involvement looks different for every family and every child. Packed with real stories and tested strategies, The Parent Backpack demystifies our complex education system and gives you the insights you need to help your kids thrive.
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Rethinking School: How to Take Charge of Your Child's Education
by Susan Wise Bauer
If you read only one book on educating children, this should be the book.... With a warm, informative voice, Bauer gives you the knowledge that will help you flex the educational model to meet the needs of your child. --San Francisco Book Review
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The Everything Guide to Study Skills: Strategies, Tips, and Tools You Need to Succeed in School!
by Cynthia C. Muchnick
Here's something worth learning: Studying doesn't have to be a chore! This fun and accessible resource provides the tools you need to develop better study habits, boost your grades, and position yourself for academic success. Educational consultant Cynthia Clumeck Muchnick uses a wide range of ideas taken from hundreds of students to help you find a unique, effective method suited for your individual learning style. You'll improve transcripts for college applications, ace standardized tests, and become a better student at any level of education. This indispensable guide shows you how to: Get the most out of class timeUse the best strategies for note-taking and memorizingImprove writing skillsPrepare completely for testsSafely and effectively conduct online researchUse Skype, iChat, or social media to form study groups With this guide in your backpack, you'll be able to balance school and activities, avoid pre-test panic, and achieve consistently better results.
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