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African American Images
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (160 pages)
Language
English
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Geared toward African American parents, this handbook offers more than 50 tips on successfully guiding girls into womanhood and helping them avoid common pitfalls. The book looks at topics such as education, the definition of beauty, peer pressure, social media, dating, career development, music, television, role models, and the importance of paternal participation to help parents learn and understand how to effectively support their daughters. --Provided...
2) Troubling Intersections of Race and Sexuality: Queer Students of Color and Anti-Oppressive Education
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Rowman and Littlefield Publishers
Pub. Date
2001.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (256 pages)
Language
English
Description
"In recent years, researchers have considerably expanded our understanding of the experiences of students of color and of students who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, and questioning (ie. Queer). They have provided us with rich resources for addressing racism and heterosexism; however, few have examined the unique experiences of students who are both queer and of color, and few have examined the heterosexist or white-centered nature of...
Author
Publisher
African American Images
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (160 pages)
Language
English
Description
Making use of the latest trends and statistics, Educating Black Girls is a guidebook that looks at the academic performances of African American girls from kindergarten through high school. This work dissects such issues as the disproportionate number of black girls suspended from school; the low expectations of teachers; and the small number of African American girls who pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It also...
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English
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A history of America's first black high school and an unflinching analysis of the state of urban public school education today. Dunbar High School in Washington, DC, defied the odds and, in the process, changed America. In the first half of the twentieth century, Dunbar was an academically elite public school, despite being racially segregated by law and existing at the mercy of racist congressmen who held the school's purse strings. These enormous...
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A game of seduction Tatiyana Washington will do whatever it takes to right a wrong for her beloved sister... even if it means deceiving one of LA's most celebrated attorneys. Flirting with elegant, sexy Markos Morretti on a Florida-bound plane is the first step. The irresistible Italian plays right into her hands when he invites her to be his guest at a celebrity-studded charity golf tournament. Spending a sizzling weekend together is a perk Tatiyana...
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Publisher
Allen and Unwin
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (240 pages)
Language
English
Description
Indigenous children, like all children, deserve a future they choose for themselves. This book aims to empower teachers to help halt the cycle of disadvantage for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and make a real difference to their relationships, learning outcomes, and opportunities in the short and long-term. Based on their many years of experience in teaching and research, the authors provide approaches that have been proven to be...
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R&L Education
Pub. Date
2013.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (120 pages)
Language
English
Description
"Recent national achievement data reveal significant outcome disparities between African American boys and other student groups by grade 4. This issue has drawn much attention from teachers, parents, researchers, and policy makers all across the United States of America. African American boys are not homogeneous in nature. Consequently, Read and Succeed: Practices to Support Reading Skills in African American Boys begins by identifying a host of potential...
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Publisher
Kensington Publishing Corporation
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (272 pages)
Language
English
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"Inspiring stories, practical tips and expert advice." -Ebony"Inspiring stories and practical tips urge parents and caregivers to unlock their children's potential." -Library Journal "A much-needed resource that will enable parents to become partners in their children's academic success. Read it and tell others to read it." -Marian Wright Edelman, Founder, Children's Defense Fund There's a crisis in our classrooms. In school districts across the country,...
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Rowman and Littlefield Publishers
Pub. Date
2004.
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1 online resource (336 pages)
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English
Description
"Tongue-Tied is an anthology that gives voice to millions of people who, on a daily basis, are denied the opportunity to speak in their own language. First-person accounts by Amy Tan, Sherman Alexie, bell hooks, Richard Rodriguez, Maxine Hong Kingston, and many other authors open windows into the lives of linguistic minority students and their experience in coping in school and beyond. Selections from these writers are presented along with accessible,...
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Publisher
African American Images
Pub. Date
2009.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (200 pages)
Language
English
Description
"With an emphasis on pragmatic approaches that can be accomplished in the classroom, this almanac of teaching solutions provides inner-city educators with 100 all-new strategies to daily challenges. As turnover rates remain excessively high among teachers in urban schools-83 percent of whom are white females who were ill-prepared by their college programs-the type of firsthand experience offered by this helpful manual continues to be an essential...
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R&L Education
Pub. Date
2011.
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1 online resource (242 pages)
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English
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"The Myth of Post-Racial America provides a history of race and racism in the United States. These concepts became integral parts of American society through social, psychological, and political decisions, which are documented so readers can learn about the origin of myths and stereotypes that have created schisms in our society from its founding to the present day. This information is essential reading for students and teachers so they can become...
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R&L Education
Pub. Date
2005.
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1 online resource (410 pages)
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English
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"Understanding Gay and Lesbian Youth assists the classroom teacher, school counselor, and administrator in relating to gay and lesbian youth and creating accepting and supportive learning climates. David Campos begins with a discussion of the current state of affairs regarding gay and lesbian youth in schools, including a discourse on the developmental milestones, and provides practical strategies for working effectively with these students. The text,...
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Publisher
R&L Education
Pub. Date
2012.
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1 online resource (162 pages)
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English
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"Thinking in English represents Dr. Muciaccia's unique method of teaching English to non-native English speakers. Unlike any other English as a Second Language (ESL) book, Muciaccia's book features the "cultural immersion" approach that he has developed and practiced to a fine degree. In addition to his methodology, Muciaccia includes words of encouragement and reviews from people who have benefited from his approach to teaching and learning English."--...
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Publisher
R&L Education
Pub. Date
2010.
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1 online resource (196 pages)
Language
English
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"The authors in this edited volume reflect on their experiences with culturally relevant pedagogy_as students, as teachers, as researchers_and how these experiences were often at odds with their backgrounds and/or expectations. Each of the authors speaks to the complexity and difficulty in attempting to address students' cultures, create learning experiences with relevance to their lives and experiences, and enact pedagogies that promote academic...
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R&L Education
Pub. Date
2013.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (106 pages)
Language
English
Description
"This book provides an overview designed to help educators collaborate more effectively in the areas of content area literacy for the sake of their K-6 ELL students. The book weaves the practical and theoretical aspects of collaboration and suggests ways for teachers to form long term partnerships. Each chapter extends collaboration in the areas of skill and content based learning so ELL students can achieve necessary proficiency to thrive in content...
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English
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The Prisoner of Zenda - Anthony Hope - The Prisoner of Zenda (1894), by Anthony Hope, is an adventure novel in which the King of Ruritania is drugged on the eve of his coronation and thus is unable to attend the ceremony. Political forces within the realm are such that, in order for the king to retain the crown, his coronation must proceed. Fortuitously, an English gentleman on holiday in Ruritania who resembles the monarch is persuaded to act as...
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Publisher
Rowman and Littlefield Publishers
Pub. Date
2008.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (252 pages)
Language
English
Description
"The First-Year Urban High School Teacher: Holding the Torch, Lighting the Fire tracks co-author Paul Weinberg during his first year of teaching as he is introduced to the daily tribulations of an urban Los Angeles high school. Paul's father, Carl Weinberg, who fifty years earlier himself began his career in education as an urban secondary school teacher, shares his experiences side-by-side with those of his son. Together they reveal parallels between...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 13
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English
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Zurika Damani is a naturally gifted violinist with a particular love for hip-hop beats. But as she is part of a big Indian family, everyone has expectations, and those certainly don’t include hip-hop violin. After being rejected by the Juilliard School, Zuri’s last hope is a contest judged by a panel of top-tier college scouts. The only problem? This coveted competition happens to take place during Zuri’s sister’s extravagant wedding week....
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R&L Education
Pub. Date
2011.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (146 pages)
Language
English
Description
"Schooling Poor Minority Children: New Segregation in the Post-Brown Era explores the 'redesign of school segregation' and explains why resegregation of schools in the post-Brown era is so destructive for poor minority students. The book provides an answer to why schools that serve predominately poor minority students remain 'low performing' or 'failing' schools. The concept of stigmatizing school environments is explored and Socially Responsive Pedagogy...
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