Reference Books

The Handbook of Reading Assessment, Second Edition, covers the wide range of reading assessments educators must be able to use and understand to effectively assess and instruct their students. Comprehensive and filled with numerous authentic examples, the test addresses informal classroom-based assessment, progress monitoring, individual norm-referenced assessment, and group norm-referenced or "high-stakes" testing. Coverage includes assessment content relevant for English language learners and adults. A set of test guildelines to use when selecting or evaluating an assessment tool is provided.

ISBN: 9781138804661
Title: HANDBOOK OF READING ASSESSMENT: A ONE - STOP RESOURCE FOR PROSPECITIVE AND PRACTICING EDUCATORS
Price: $114.00
Weight: 660g
Dimension: 253mm X 177mm

ISBN: 9781921966392
Title: MINDFUL LEARNING
Author: DR C HASSED & DR R CHAMBERS
Price: $29.99
Weight: 500g
Dimension: 235mm X 150mm

ISBN: 9781921966033
Title: MINDFULNESS FOR LIFE
Author: DR S MCKENZIE AND DR C HASSED
Price: $29.99
Weight: 460g
Dimension: 235mm X 150mm

The new edition of Peter Westwood's best-selling Reading and Learning Difficulties addresses recent initiatives around the teaching of reading, the value of a phonics-based approach, and international research around literacy teaching, learning and pedagogy. It presents evidence-based methods for teaching reading skills, looks at the increasing role of technology and online learning in literacy, and evaluates the success of literacy interventions implemented in Australia and elsewhere.

Reading and Learning Difficulties provides guidance on how to develop flexible teaching methods to suit varied ways of learning. By examining the way readers process texts, and identifying the knowledge and skills needed to become a proficient reader, it explains why learning problems can sometimes occur and what can be done to prevent or overcome these difficulties.

ISBN: 9781742863658
Title: READING AND LEARNING DIFFICULTIES - APPROACHES TO TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT
Author: PETER WESTWOOD
Price: $45.00
Weight: 380g
Dimension: 245mm X 176mm

A ground breaking intergrated approach to reading assessment that addresses each child's unique Learning Profile. Educators must be able to use progress monitoring and diagnostic tools effectively to identify students who may be at risk, evaluate the effectiveness of whole school reading programs, and suggest interventions that will improve reading skills. Clear, engaging, and inviting, Reading Assessment.

ISBN: 9780470873939
Title: READING ASSESSMENT - LINKING LANGUAGE, LITERACY, AND COGNITION
Author: MELISSA LEE FARRALL
Price: $78.00
Weight: 700g
Dimension: 235mm X 190mm

Why is it that more people can't read and write? Why are there still so many vastly different methods of teaching literacy? Why do people still argue about it?

Reading for Life examines these three questions, addressing the less evidence supported ideas about teaching reading and writing which are still alive and well in schools all over the world. This accessible guide bridges the gap between research and practice, translating academic findings into practical suggestions and ready-to-use techniques.

Written in an approachable style and with informative graphics, vignettes and interviews woven throughout, this book covers:

- the components of literacy, including phonics, vocabulary and fluency
- the history of approaches to literacy teaching and an overview of the key figures
- government-level inquiries into the provision of reading and writing teaching
- the mindset which leads to acceptance of poor practice
- the essential components of an effective literacy program with practical advice on selecting resources to get the job done well

Reading for Life helps educational practitioners make informed decisions about which teaching methods to reject and select, and empowers parents to ask the right questions of professionals and policy makers. This book is a timely exploration of poor teaching methods and is an innovative, fresh assessment of how high quality literacy teaching can be provided for all.

ISBN: 9781138590922
Title: READING FOR LIFE
Author: LYN STONE
Price: $34.00
Weight: 410g
Dimension: 248mm X 171mm

Find out how to use scientifically based reading research (SBRR) in your everyday classroom instruction to improve students’ literacy outcomes.

Inspired by questions from real teachers, this practical, no-nonsense SBRR guide gives clear and immediately useful answers about reading research and what it says about the elements of effective instruction:

• What is SBRR, and why should I use it in my classroom?
• What does research say about teaching each component of reading – vocabulary, alphabetics, fluency, comprehension, spelling and writing?
• Why is response to intervention so important, and how can I put it to work?
• How can I get students engaged and motivated to read?
• What are the best classroom assessment methods?
• What does good professional development look like?

Answers to these critical questions come complete with straightforward explanations of research and brief, applicable vignettes that demonstrate how to work research-based practices into classroom reading instruction.

A user-friendly guide that’s truly responsive to teachers’ needs, this must-have book will help educators see the benefits of instruction based on research – and use it skilfully in their classrooms to make all their students better readers.


ISBN: 9781557669643
Title: READING RESEARCH IN ACTION - A TEACHER'S GUIDE FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
Author: MCCARDLE, CHHABRA, KAPINUS
Price: $70.00
Weight: 480g
Dimension: 228mm X 153mm

Response to Intervention (RTI) isn't just about interventions. It's about assessing how all students respond to instruction. In this book, Tom Hierck and Chris Weber go beyond the why and what of RTI to show you how to translate this good idea into a plan of action for your school. They offer concrete recommendations and resources, including:

- Interventions linked to the Common Core State Standards, with emphasis on university and career readiness

- Practical strategies for screening, progress monitoring and diagnotics

- Sample approaches to specific interventions across the curriculum

Preparing students to meet real world challenge - and to stay in school until they are ready for them - takes a team effort. With this road map in hand, your team will take RTI from research to practice, from ideas to reality - and lead all students to success.

ISBN: 9781483307480
Title: RTI IS A VERB
Price: $62.00
Weight: 600g
Dimension: 280mm X 215mm

A core textbook for every for every course on reading instruction, this accessible text is also perfect for use in inservice professional development sessions. Educators will have the knowlege they need to recognise, understand and resolve their students' reading and writing challenges- and improve literacy outcomes for their entire class.

ISBN: 9781598570502
Title: SPEECH TO PRINT - LANGUAGE ESSENTIALS FOR TEACHERS
Author: LOUISA COOK MOATS
Price: $84.00
Weight: 640g
Dimension: 253mm X 179mm