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Classroom Gems: Practical Ideas, Games and Activities for the Primary Classroom [Paperback]

Paul Barron
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  • Paperback: 312 pages
  • Publisher: Longman; 1 edition (11 Sep 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1405859458
  • ISBN-13: 978-1405859455
  • Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 13.8 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 8,225 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Practical Ideas for the Primary Classroom is a unique, indispensable resource for all those involved in primary teaching. Written by an experienced teacher, it offers inspiration to new and experienced teachers alike by suggesting practical and adaptable ideas for use in daily classroom life. Barron offers easily navigable and adaptable tools, ideas and tactics to support teachers in planning, preparing and delivering first rate lessons. Plus the structure of the book will allow the activities to be easily adapted to other areas of the curriculum and to various key stage/year groups.

 

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Designed with busy teachers in mind, the Classroom Gems series draws together an extensive selection of practical, tried-and-tested, off-the-shelf ideas, games and activities, guaranteed to transform any lesson or classroom in an instant.

 

Easily navigable, allowing you to choose the right activity quickly and easily, these invaluable resources are guaranteed to save you time and are a must-have tool to plan, prepare and deliver first-rate lessons. 

 

 

Practical Ideas, Games and Activities for the Primary Classroom brings together over 150 ideas, games and activities  covering the whole primary curriculum in one handy volume, making it an indispensable aid you can rely on. With additional sections for display ideas and reward games, this book is a one-stop solution for all primary teachers.

 

This easy-to-use guide provides all of the tips, tools and techniques that you will need, including:

·         Links and references to the National Curriculum.

·         Easily navigable, page-to-view activity format.

·         Chapter introductions with background subject knowledge.

·         Step-by-step instructions for each activity.

·         Ideas for adapting activities to suit different age groups/abilities.

 

Instant ideas to brighten up your classroom!

 

Paul Barron is an experienced primary school teacher and has compiled this book in response to the needs of real teachers. This book is a collection of the resources that Paul has tried and tested in the classroom over the years, with great results.


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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Brilliant! 20 Feb 2010
Format:Paperback
This book is worth every penny!
The lessons that are given within the book are exciting and enjoyable for everyone!
Im a trainee teacher who lacks in creativity in some subjects, so this book has given me exciting new ideas that I can use within lessons with the children!
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
An excellent book. 7 April 2009
Format:Paperback
Full of great lesson ideas. Ideal for students and experienced teachers. Easy to use layout means it takes seconds to find and plan an activity. My class loved the music games.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Games and Ideas 19 July 2009
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A great resource for the Primary classroom - I used two ideas within days of recieving the book.

Good quality and delivered promptly after ordering.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
some good ideas for every subject
some of the ideas in this book are great and its divided into subject sections so easy to use. some ideas/lessons are pretty standard though and are things you've probably already... Read more
Published 8 months ago by K. L
Excellent
Fantastic for dipping in to when you know you have 15 minutes to fill. Have used it already and term has just started. Will definitely use it regularly.
Published 9 months ago by doris the norris
Life saver!
As an NQT this book has been invaluable when heading into unfamiliar classrooms. The lessons are fun, and although the book doesn't do it for you, it's easy to differentiate for... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Bobble
A must have book for PGCE students & primary teachers!
If you are doing primary school teacher training (PGCE or BA) then you need this book! It's packed full of great lesson ideas with suggestions for extension work too. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Jack WB
Excellent resource
As a new teacher, I am constantly looking for new ideas to use in the classroom. This book has loads of interesting ideas for short games and activities across the curriculum. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Ali G
Classroom Gems
Just as the title suggests, lots of practical ideas which you could use as described or easily adapt for different ages.
Published on 21 May 2010 by M. Ray
good ideas
Some good ideas for activities to do in class. Laid out well by subject and with age suitability
Published on 6 May 2010 by Steven!
brilliant
This book is brilliant!!!!!!!!!! I use it all of the time. I am a supply teachers and find it very helpful if there is no planning. The ideas are adaptable and fun. Read more
Published on 21 Jan 2010 by Ms. Sara H. Gill
Excellent Book
A fantastic book packed full of really useful lesson ideas. It is laid out in a very practical and easy to use way. I highly recommend this to any teacher, but particularly NQT's.
Published on 4 Nov 2009 by A. Ashton
Good book
Well laid out, easy to follow book. Very useful for inexperienced teachers like myself.
Published on 13 Oct 2009 by KT
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