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Title: YOUR TOWN.(General News)(A back-to-school quiz: How much do you know about your community?)
Publication: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR) (Newspaper)
Date: August 29, 2004
Publisher: The Register Guard
Page: L1

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Get the school year off to a smooth start with these short, super-easy plays that tap into the emotions and excitement stirred up by those first days and weeks. Use the plays as springboards to encourage positive behavior, establish rules and routines, help children get to know one another, and build classroom community. Plays include rhyme, repetition, and predictable text to support beginning readers and help them build fluency. For use with Grades K-2. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Compare Cultures
I used this book during the first week of school with my sixth grade World Geopgraphy class. The stories gave my students a great peek at the lives of children around the world and led them to compare how school and life are the same (and different) for children everywhere.

I think the book would be appropriate for children throughout the elementary and intermediate years.

A Wonderful Read!
What a wonderful and warm way to show the amazing similarities and differences among children around the world! A charming book and one that will endure. The author captures the excitement of children returning to school in a lovely way.

Fabulous Idea!!
This is a fabulous book for expanding children's curiosity and knowledge of other cultures.Every child can relate to the challenge and excitement of the first day of school.Children from Peru, India, Australia, China, Japan and many other countries tell what a typical day of school is like.Each child who speaks has a unique personality.A great resource for teachers, parents, and children. ... Read more

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We've all experienced it-those first few hectic, exasperating, exhilarating weeks of school. With names to remember, routines to learn, rules to establish, desks to arrange, bulletin boards to decorate . . . wouldn't it be great if there was a way to make those opening days and weeks go smoothly? Now there is!

With The Complete Welcome Back-to-School Book you'll create a warm, stimulating atmosphere right from the start with room decorations and "extras" based on seven favorite themes: Fall, Rain Forest, Sports, Bugs, Outer Space, Sea Creatures and Classic Tales. You'll find ready-to-use door adornments, bulletin boards, student work displays, rules charts, job charts, class news displays, get-acquainted activities, name tags, desk tags, writing papers, awards, snacks, media ideas, clip art and more.

And to make back-to-school even easier, we've put an array of forms and letters at your fingertips, including welcome letters; "all about me" fill-ins; notes for volunteers; requests for supplies; homework reminders; home reading records; forms for lesson plans, attendance, grades and substitute teachers, to name just a few.

Here's one big book filled with everything you need for a creative, easy-does-it start to the school year. ... Read more

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The Welcome Back to School Book
This is a great book for new teachers.It gives you all types of ideas of how to get your room and procedures set up.You can get bullentin board ideas as well as ideas of how to motive your students, organize your roomand activities to do througout the year.Super Book- once I saw it I hadto buy a copy for myself! ... Read more

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Rachel's back in school in Lancaster County! And that's wheretrouble finds her once again! Except this time, trouble is spelledO-R-L-I-E. That's the name of the new boy--the freckle-faced kid with anasty cowlick--who has an ornery attitude when it comes to Rachel. Frommixed-up school lunches to playground high jinks, these two Amish kids areoff on the wrong bare foot.Will nine-year-old Rachel be able to surviveOrlie's constant teasing? Can anything good come from this mayhem andmadness? ... Read more

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Back to School(Rachel Yoder-Always Trouble Somewhere)
This book about a young Amish girl should teach young children how to get along with those who tease them. Since I'm a "kid at heart", I did order and read this book, and I love reading about Amish people-young and old. In fact I am interested in living with an Amish family for about two weeks next year just to see if the Amish life is for me.

Super Book!!
This is a wonderful book for ages 8-12, but I enjoyed it as an adult.Rachel, the main character, is always having problems as the new school year begins.Her childhood problems always work out though, and there is even a little romance in the background.This book really holds your attention!

A wonderful book
This book is a great book to read.Getting ready to go back to school was a big thing when I was in school and it seems to be Rachel's too until there is a new boy in the class who like's Rachel.She doesn't know that he likes her.She thinks he is just mean and likes to pick on her.This is an Awesome childrens book and Series.I am looking forwad to reading the next one.Hint hint Wanda!!!!:)

HAppy Reading!
Jenna Norris
Newport NC ... Read more

Amazon.com
In some ways, the adult returning to college will find the experience much easier than it would have been in his or her youth, to the extent that the "mature student" will wonder why everyone doesn't wait till adolescence is long gone before engaging with lectures and majors and essays and exams. But while the distractions of youth may be fewer, your certainty about the goal greater and pursuit of it more dedicated, there are complications to adult education, and every bit of preparation helps. In fact, thinking it through, reading a book, and working out some of the conflicts in advance is precisely the sorts of things you probably wouldn't have done at age 18.

Going Back to School covers the admissions process and student-support services, how to deal with math anxiety and term-paper phobia, and how to handle the fears involved in public speaking and exams, as well as other relevant issues, such as organizing your time, juggling your probably complicated responsibilities, and coping with family while you pursue this new goal. Supportive and soothing, in that it's tailored to the concerns of the adult student, this back-to-school guide offers practical suggestions as well as a reinforcement of the notion that you can succeed as an adult in academe.--Stephanie GoldBook Description
Help and guidance for adult college students -- the fastest-growing segment of the college market!Revised and updated for todays students, this popular reference is filled with advice and success strategies specially designed for adult students. Readers will learn how to refresh study skills, renew test-taking skills, and set academic goalswhile juggling the demands of family and job! Contents include:- How to get in, stay in, and succeed in college as an adult student- How to cope with school, job, and family responsibilities- How to make use of college support services- How to overcome math and test anxiety- Plus: New quiz: Are You Ready to Go Back to School? ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Invaluable Tool
I am preparing to return to college and have found this book to be an invaluable tool.

This book even includes tips on how to study and how to write a term paper!It also has some great advice on obtaining financial aid.

Highly recommended.

Great Book !
As an older returning non-traditional student,for me, this book really answered the questions you don't even think to ask but should. It really helps overcome a lot of anxiety for returning students, especially on Math.

It also gives you an excellent game plan to follow on studying,and life management for those married students or single parents returning to school. It's worth the small investment. It is well written by someone thats been there.

I lived this
I read this book last summer before taking the plunge and returning to college after almost 30 years. It was invaluable and I definitely recommend it!

Preparing for an education
The intended audience for this book is an older student who is going to college to earn some kind of undergraduate degree.It's probably unnecessary for those seeking higher degrees, but some younger students might benefit from reading it.The author is a Psychology professor and much of the book draws from theories of learning.You'll also see some psychoanalysis in the discussions of anecdotal stories.If you're not into that, it may be a problem.The author is best at discussing the broader issues concerning school such as motivation and knowing your support systems, while the details about writing a term paper, or overcoming math anxiety were thin and almost useless.

If you're an adult, and you're anxious about going back to school, then I recommend the book.It'll soothe your anxiety and you'll be better able to evaluate your readiness for school.Otherwise, I'm not so sure you'll find it worth your while.If you want a book on how to study well, better ones exist.

Some stuff I knew already, but some really great study info!
I picked this book up with the intension of just skimming it but I read every page!I also recommended this book to several of my friends that are going back to college.The author gives you some really interesting and effective strategies for studying(I've tried them - and got 104% on the next test I took), writing papers, scheduling your time.It was really helpful and I would recommend it to any college student not only older ones! ... Read more

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Summer is over and that can only mean one thing for eight-year-old Mallory McDonald (like the restaurant, but no relation)--she has to go back to school. But not just any school, a new school with all new kids in it. To make matters worse, her mom is going, too! She's the new music teacher, and Mallory can't think of anything that could possibly be worse--until her first day. She has to sit with Pamela, who always says the right thing and steals her ideas. Joey is so busy with his old friends that he has no time for her, and to top it off, she's picked to be an eggplant in the Fall Festival her mom is putting on. It's not fair! What can Mallory do? Should she give Pamela, and her new school, another chance? ... Read more

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This book was very funny
This book was funnier than funny.It has very likable characters.Her parents were funny and I liked her friend Marianne.My favorite part was when Mallory had to be an eggplant in the school play.This was the best book I ever read. ... Read more

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Betsy and her friends are now third graders!
Betsy is back in the third installment in the Betsy series.She is now in the third grade, and is very sorry to hear that Miss Grey, her beloved first and second grade teacher, is leaving her teaching position to get married.Her disappointment turns to joy, however, when she discovers that her new next door neighbor is an old friend.

Once again, Ellen and Billy play a prominent role in Betsy's adventures.Betsy and Ellen are flower girls in Miss Grey's wedding, and all three children collaborate to buy Miss Grey a present.When Thumpy is accidentally trapped in the attic next door, Billy falls into a barrel of whitewash while trying to rescue him.

Mr. Kilpatrick, the police officer from the first two books, also has his part to play.After Thumpy dirties Betsy's dress before the wedding, Mr. Kilpatrick helps Betsy's father get the soiled garment to the cleaners before it closes.Mr. Kilpatrick also assists Betsy's classmates by delivering a wandering dog and tantrum prone little brother to their homes, and plays Santa Claus for Betsy and her friends during a sleighing party.

Despite the title, only two chapters take place in Betsy's classroom.The new teacher, Miss Ross, is introduced, and the children study Mexico.Billy brings an Easter chick to school, and everyone is surprised when "Daisy" grows to be a rooster.

One episode betrays the book's 1943 publication date.Betsy wishes for a black sibling, then asks her parents to adopt a lost black two year old that she finds.It is seems unlikely that an eight year old could be so naive, but children were probably less sophisticated over sixty years ago.

This book is a fine addition to the Betsy series, and is a perfect early chapter book for young readers.

betsy is back
Back to School with Betsy is all about Betsy and her third grade year.Things aren't going like Betsy thinks they should.Her favorite teacher has left.Before too long the new teacher turns out to be great too.The students have a great year and learn a lot.Betsy's friends are back as well and you never know what they will be up to next.

The book is full of good old fashion fun.No violence or bad words are found in this book.Kids respect the adults as well.

I would recommend this book to kids who are just starting out with chapter books.The chapters are not too long and not too short.

Back To School With Betsy
This review is from my grandaughter:

I really enjoyed Back-To-School With Betsy!I liked this book because it was very interesting and all about children (...).I will keep on reading these adorable books by author, Carolyn Haywood.

Back To School With Betsy
I liked this book ,because each chapter gives you something new to look forward to .It also helps you learn the vaule of saving money for certain stuff

enchanting to children and great to remenise as an adult
Her writing all of her Betsy books were always consitente through out all of them. It was and still a treat to look through the books and look at the illastrations. ... Read more

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Moonstar, Karma, Magma, and Wolfsbane - the former X-Men-in-training who helped define a generation - are back. But what happens when these "New Mutants" find out Professor Xavier's up-and-coming students think of them as the "Old Mutants?" Former students become the teachers as the old guard is asked back to help prepare the next generation of New X-Men. Collects New Mutants #1-6. ... Read more

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Fantastic!
I had actually picked this book up AFTER reading the New X-Men: Academy X storylines where these featured characters had already returned. The art and story-telling in this compilation were an excellent mesh! I'm actually at work otherwise, i'd go into specifics. Buy this book and find out what I'm talking about.

This Is the New Mutants!
Not the -Ultimate X-Men Vol 8-.Danielle Moonstar returns, a reluctant but willing helper to Professor X ... only to be offered a job as a teacher as the Xavier Institute.Well worth the cost, this tale reunites her w/Karma & [tangentially] Magma, & showcases her essential humanity.
Danielle is a reluctant co-worker-to-Prof-er-Charles, unconvinced of her effectiveness even as she talks a toxic teen into coming w/her to Xavier's.The new thrust of Xavier's, as a training/teaching facilty for young outcasts rather than a "next X-men prep" is a bold move, &Dani is a natural ... & Karma, as a triple threat [she's a mutant! she's an Asain!Oooh, gods, she's *GAY*!] addition is charming [if generically drawn; i'm not a big fan of the artist]. Highly recommended!

Mutants with heart
When the New Mutants re-appeared on the stands, I was just returning to comics after a 15-year hiatus and welcomed the sight of a familiar face to ease me back into the monthly habit. Joshua Middleton's beautiful cover art featuring some of the women from the original lineup drew me in, and Nunzio DeFilippis and Christina Weir's patient, nuanced introduction of the first mutant of the new generation, and their reintroduction and use of a tortured Danielle Moonstar as the story's anchor, kept me glued through to the last page.

The closing dialogue sealed the deal for me:

Sofia: What's Xavier's like?
Danielle: Like no place else in the world. You'll see.

While I didn't love Keron Grant's interior art, nor his uneven trio of inkers, there was something in its intent that worked for the tone of the story. Over the next 5 issues, DeFilippis and Weir made good on Danielle's promise, consistently delivering the goods by capturing that tricky combination of teenage angst and super-heroism that Marvel Comics seemingly trademarked ever since Stan Lee came up with the idea of a nerdy science buff bitten by a radioactive spider, but that so few mainstream comics are able to pull off today.

Unfortunately, this series was derailed by the X-Men Reloaded marketing stunt and relaunched as the vastly inferior New X-Men: Academy X. ... Read more

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The revised edition of this wonderful classroom resource provides the teacher with everything needed to make the beginning of the school year a guaranteed success. Room and door decorations, bulletin boards, get-acquainted ideas, checklists, name tags, and other ideas for getting the room ready before the students arrive fill the first section of The Welcome Back to School Book. Once the students have arrived, the second section helps to launch the beginning of school with enthusiasm and excitement. Self-concept exercises, student inventories, name games, and activities geared to knowing about the school and the rules are all a part of this second section. The final unit contains learning activities, creative thinking exercises, skill review games, tips for engaging students in the use of the computer, eight special units just for fall, and ongoing activities that extend through the entire school year. ... Read more

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Brother and Sister Bear are off to begin a new school year. The cubs are in new grades, with new teachers, cool new school supplies, and tons of new stuff to learn and explore. The first day is a little scary, but also exciting, and by the closing bell Brother and Sister can hardly wait to see what will happen on day two!

Leave it to the Berenstains to have created the ultimate celebration of school. Their unerring instinct for what amuses and interests kids is as strong as ever, and this sunny, funny book qualifies as an essential back to school supply.

Customer Reviews (1)

Great Hardcover!Amazing illustrations!
The Berenstains accurately describe the feelings, anxieties, and anticipations of going back to school.This is a great read for any kid going back to school up to 4th grade. ... Read more

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50 Instant & Irresistible Meet-and-Greet Activities, Learning Games, and Language-Building Songs and Rhymes
Meet, Share, Listen, Care!
Start the year off right! These easy circle-time activities help kids get to know each other, learn classroom rules and routines, and build early reading and writing skills--together! ... Read more

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GREAT NEW IDEAS FOR AN EXPERIENCED TEACHER or A NEW ONE TOO!
Sometimes you just need something different to start the year. I was thrilled to find this book. It has very creative new activities and fun new SONGS to freshen up the start of the year in my Kindergarten. I particularly liked the chapter on the THREE R's of CIRCLE TIME: Ritual, Routines and Rules. This is very helpful for getting circle time meetings going in an organized and postive way. Now I can't wait for school to start! ... Read more

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Jokes that will generate giggles from most children
Many of these jokes are oldies, but are funny enough that the latest generation will enjoy them. There are knock-knock jokes, riddles, wordplay, and bug in the cafeteria food jokes. They will delight children roughly ten years of age. As a parent, I have been the recipient of the telling of many jokes of these forms and this collection contains some of the best. If you buy the book for your child, be prepared to listen to some corny, yet humorous jokes. Like me, if you are an adult and have a good memory, you will recognize many of them. ... Read more

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Summer is almost over and second grade is about to begin. This is not good news for Annie. She is sure that second grade is going to be absolutely terrible! This is the first year Annie and her two best friends will be in different classes. And to make things worse, her friends have the best teacher in school, and Annie's stuck with the new teacher-Mrs. Toady! With a name like that, she'll probably be covered in warts and be totally mean! Annie does not want the school year to begin-but does she really have a choice? ... Read more

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Dozens of Instant and Irresistible Ideas and Activities From Teachers Across the Country
Activities for Math, Reading, Writing, & More!
Get a great start on the new school year with these fun-filled activities! ... Read more