{"product_id":"service-learning-in-grades-k-9","title":"Service Learning in Grades K-8","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Teachers and site administrators will find their \"how\" and \"why\" questions answered in this inspirational and motivational book.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e-Neal A. Glasgow, Educator\/Author \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Thomsen′s explanations and examples of service learning show us that students can engage in higher and more complex thinking skills while they serve others, address learning standards, meet the expectations of the curriculum and-oh, by the way-find out that school can be fun!\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e-Dr. Richard Castallo, Chair \u003cbr\u003eDepartment of Educational Leadership \u0026amp; Policy Studies \u003cbr\u003eCalifornia State University Northridge \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Service Learningin Grades K-8 is a compelling work which addresses a universal need often overlooked in school curricula-the need to practice compassion and generosity. Kate Thomsen provides educators with a practical handbook for teaching wisdom and empathy along with math, language arts, social studies, and science.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e-Lauri Pepe Bousquet, MS, CAS, Professor of Education \u003cbr\u003eLeMoyne College, Syracuse \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eImprove academic, social, and citizenship skills in all students!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to inform and inspire, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eService Learning in Grades K-8: Experiential Learning That Builds Character and Motivation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, examines the beneficial effects of service learning, explores different types of service learning projects, and explains how to start a successful program. Author Kate Thomsen offers a comprehensive research base, practical and logistical information, and descriptions of varied programs in order to help teachers adapt this strategy to their own students′ needs and interests. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThomsen′s practical text includes:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe basics for getting started   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamples of both curriculum-based and community-based programs   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey features of quality projects   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific examples of teambuilding and reflection activities   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearch documenting the benefits of service learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eService learning is a powerful educational tool for all students because it directly connects course content to relevant community issues, links to academic standards, engages multiple learning styles, and develops social-emotional attributes. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAGE Publications Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54259240796504,"sku":"9781412913430","price":39.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9781412913430_f8f55568-5130-4c0f-aca0-7f28372823dc.jpg?v=1777772723","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/service-learning-in-grades-k-9","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}