Educators such as Edward de Bono maintain that creative thinking is a skill that can be taught and developed. The activities within 'Thinking Creatively 6 – 8 years' provide children with the opportunity to learn and practise creative thinking skills in interesting and stimulating situations. Challenges range from describing a problem that the intervention of ice cream ‘solved’, to inventing a new covering for cats to replace fur. Through the activities in the book children develop the skills of fluency, flexibility, originality, elaboration, curiosity, complexity, risk taking and imagination. 'Thinking Creatively 6 – 8 years' is structured in such a way that children can gain confidence and ability in each skill before combining concepts to address creative challenges surrounding the theme of Animals. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (44 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: David Stephenson

The 'Supply Teachers’ Survival Handbook: Book 2' is the first in a series of three titles. It is written for the teacher who needs an emergency lesson and for the supply teacher who has been asked to cover for an absent regular teacher. As a supply teacher, there may be occasions where work is not set for the entire day, and teachers may be expected to fill these times with their own lessons. 'Supply Teachers’ Survival Handbook: Book 2' covers every learning area, and though the lessons require minimal preparation, they are educationally meaningful, and can be adapted to suit particular lesson goals and abilities. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (64 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: David Cohen

'15 Minute Fillers' is an invaluable multi-purpose resource book of quick ideas for relief and general classroom teachers in middle to upper primary school. Its content is of high interest and integrates and covers many of the Key Learning Areas including English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, The Arts and Technology. '15 Minute Fillers' contains detailed teachers’ notes and ideas, many with accompanying worksheets. Little preparation is necessary to implement the activities. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (55 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Authors: Mary Serenc and Wendy Harrap

'Maths Rescue 3 – Number: Applications' is the third book in the Maths Rescue series. The focus of the series is on the reinforcement of “the basics” in maths, as well as activities aimed at developing understanding of mathematics concepts. Students with Specific Learning Difficulties experience a range of problems with their academic learning. These problems include word recognition and comprehension; coping with pages that are too cluttered and with too many differing requirements; being able to sequence, recall and apply strategies in abstract situations; striving to process information while working to meet deadlines and having trouble with personal organization with their schoolwork. While the books in this series are designed for students with learning difficulties, they can be used as a simple and straightforward introduction to concepts or a reinforcement of mathematical strategies for the whole class. The books follow a basic format, with each activity usually containing a choice of two worksheets to cater for a range of ability levels. Activities in the series are linked to National Mathematics Curriculum Attainment Targets. Each book contains: Information on Specific Learning Difficulties: Information from a variety of referenced sources including online literature from recognised organisations. Includes descriptions of the various learning difficulties and ideas for strategies in the classroom and at home; Student Lifesavers: Clearly presented charts designed as a “basic facts” reference for students who are working though more difficult maths concepts; “Parent Power” Pages: Informative pages for parents on each mathematical unit. These pages include terminology, mathematical strategies, examples and reinforcement ideas for the home and community; Progress Charts: Students can keep an ongoing record of their homework achievements. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (50 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Sandy Tasker

'Maths Rescue 1 – Number: Written Calculations' is the first book in the Maths Rescue series. The focus of the series is on the reinforcement of “the basics” in maths, as well as activities aimed at developing understanding of mathematics concepts. Students with Specific Learning Difficulties experience a range of problems with their academic learning. These problems include word recognition and comprehension; coping with pages that are too cluttered and with too many differing requirements; being able to sequence, recall and apply strategies in abstract situations; striving to process information while working to meet deadlines and having trouble with personal organization with their schoolwork. While the books in this series are designed for students with learning difficulties, they can be used as a simple and straightforward introduction to concepts or a reinforcement of mathematical strategies for the whole class. The books follow a basic format, with each activity usually containing a choice of two worksheets to cater for a range of ability levels. Activities in the series are linked to National Mathematics Curriculum Attainment Targets. Each book contains: Information on Specific Learning Difficulties: Information from a variety of referenced sources including online literature from recognised organisations. Includes descriptions of the various learning difficulties and ideas for strategies in the classroom and at home; Student Lifesavers: Clearly presented charts designed as a “basic facts” reference for students who are working though more difficult maths concepts; “Parent Power” Pages: Informative pages for parents on each mathematical unit. These pages include terminology, mathematical strategies, examples and reinforcement ideas for the home and community; Progress Charts: Students can keep an ongoing record of their homework achievements. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (64 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Sandy Tasker

Brain Benders 3 US contains thirty four challenging mathematical problem solving activities, specifically aimed at the 10-13 year group. The problems have been written to suit a range of abilities and ways of thinking and learning, and to help students become familiar with a variety of problem solving techniques. Problem Solving Strategies The strategies which this book encourages students to use and develop include: guess and check, looking for patterns, drawing and modeling objects, listing and eliminating possibilities, filling in grids, and using timelines. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (48 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Authors: Brenda Bicknell & Barry Brocas

Brain Benders 1 US: contains twenty-six challenging mathematical problem solving activities, specifically aimed at the 8-10 year group. The problems have been written to suit a range of abilities and ways of thinking and learning, and to help students become familiar with a variety of problem solving techniques. Each problem appears next to an answer page which not only provides the problem’s solution but clearly explains the methods that can be used to arrive at the solution. In this way, Brain Benders 1 is designed to not only test a wide range of methods to solve problems but to equip students with effective problem solving techniques and strategies which will help strengthen their mathematical skills. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (52 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Authors: Brenda Bicknell & Barry Brocas

Brain Benders 2 US contains twenty-eight challenging mathematical problem solving activities, specifically aimed at the 9-11 year group. The problems have been written to suit a range of abilities and ways of thinking and learning, and to help students become familiar with a variety of problem solving techniques. Problem Solving Strategies The strategies which this book encourages students to use and develop include: guess and check, looking for patterns, drawing and modeling objects, listing and eliminating possibilities, filling in grids, and using timelines. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (52 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Authors: Brenda Bicknell & Barry Brocas

An important part of successful communication is the ability to speak successfully. Adults must be able to speak clearly and succinctly in a variety of situations, from private social gatherings to business meetings. Speaking and listening skills are important for interviews, consumer activities and so much more. Yet an alarming number of students leave school without having achieved these skills. One reason for this is that students learn to fear these situations at an early age. Another may be that teachers find it difficult to create opportunities for practising and developing public speaking skills. 'Speak Up' attempts to alleviate these difficulties by providing a range of activities to develop public speaking skills, with a focus on delivery, voice use and audience. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (40 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Sally Murphy

Solving Math Problems for Grades 3 - 4 (US version) contains a series of open-ended engaging Math problems which revolve around creatively written stories. The stories tell of situations in which the students are likely to find themselves – so the problems are placed in real life everyday contexts. Support and extension questions are provided in Solving Math Problems for Grades 3 - 4 to help and challenge students of different abilities. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (58 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Anita Green

Solving Math Problems for Grades 1-2 (US version) contains a series of open-ended engaging math problems which revolve around creatively written stories. The stories tell of situations in which the students are likely to find themselves – so the problems are placed in real life everyday contexts. Support and extension questions are provided to help and challenge students of different abilities. Solving Math Problems For Grades 1-2 will make a great addition to your Math resources. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (62 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Anita Green

Phonic Fun 1 (US version) is the first book in a series of three, designed to teach phonics to the young reader. The Phonic Fun series contains activities introducing, consolidating, and revising phonic sounds with early readers. Each book in the series covers a different set of phonic sounds or blends. Phonic Fun 1 covers the phonic sounds or blends of: ow (cow), ea (leaf), ee (tree), oo (moon), ai (rain), ou (house), or (fork), ir (girl), ar (car), ay (tray), oa (boat), sh (shop), st (stay), ck (chick), and ch (chop). Activities include: Read The Words; Fill The Sounds; Read And Draw; Crossword Puzzles; Picture Crossword Puzzles; Word Sleuths; Fill In The Word; Text To Picture Match; Rebus Writing Puzzles; Interpreting Text; Interpreting Pictures; Identifying Words, Written Clues; Picture Clues; and Reading Texts. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (57 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Judy Gabrovec

Forensic Science: US contains simple, yet fun, hands-on introductory forensic activities. Tasks may require simple science materials that are readily available in most homes and school science resource centers. Sections focus on examining lip prints, fingerprints, teeth prints, blood drops, DNA, handwriting, identikit pictures, lie detectors, mystery substances, shoe prints and much more. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (58 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Fiona Rayns

Solving Math Problems for Grades 5 - 6 (US version) contains a series of open-ended engaging Math problems which revolve around creatively written stories. The stories tell of situations in which the students are likely to find themselves – so the problems are placed in real life everyday contexts. Support and extension questions are provided to help and challenge students of different abilities. Solving Math Problems For Grades 5 - 6 will make a great addition to your Math resources. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (58 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Anita Green

'Maths Rescue 2 – Measurement, Chance and Data' is the second book in the Maths Rescue series. Created for classroom teachers, the focus of the series is on the reinforcement of “the basics” in maths, as well as activities aimed at developing understanding of mathematics concepts. Students with Specific Learning Difficulties experience a range of problems with their academic learning. These problems include word recognition and comprehension; coping with pages that are too cluttered and with too many differing requirements; being able to sequence, recall and apply strategies in abstract situations; striving to process information while working to meet deadlines and having trouble with personal organization with their schoolwork. While the books in this series are designed for students with learning difficulties, they can be used as a simple and straightforward introduction to concepts or a reinforcement of mathematical strategies for the whole class. The books follow a basic format, with each activity usually containing a choice of two worksheets to cater for a range of ability levels. Activities in the series are linked to National Mathematics Curriculum Attainment Targets. Each book contains: Information on Specific Learning Difficulties: Information from a variety of referenced sources including online literature from recognised organisations. Includes descriptions of the various learning difficulties and ideas for strategies in the classroom and at home; Student Lifesavers: Clearly presented charts designed as a “basic facts” reference for students who are working though more difficult maths concepts; “Parent Power” Pages: Informative pages for parents on each mathematical unit. These pages include terminology, mathematical strategies, examples and reinforcement ideas for the home and community; Progress Charts: Students can keep an ongoing record of their homework achievements. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (52 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Sandy Tasker

The activities in The English Series US: Third Grade revolve around an Indigenous Australian dreaming story, a creation style story, two different versions of a fairy tale and a poem. Students will be asked to compare texts, make connections, recognize and discuss language devices, develop and voice opinions of, and preferences for texts and begin to analyze. Cleverly illustrated to secure the attention of this age group, this book is sure to be a valuable resource for any teacher of Grade 3. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (56 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Lindsay Marsh

The activities in The English Series US: Kindergarten revolve around: four poems, an Australian Aboriginal Dreaming style story, two short imaginative texts, an informative text, a traditional tale from Nigeria and an Aesop's fable. Students will be able to show their understanding through: listening, beginning reading and writing, labeling, matching, drawing, sequencing, highlighting, discussing, role playing, ticking and crossing, creating, circling, copying, cutting and pasting, cloze activities, playing games, identifying and drawing on their prior knowledge. Each page in The English Series: Kindergarten, has been typeset to deliberately appeal to the Kindergarten age group and the illustrations add meaning and purpose to the information. Teachers will be inspired to create additional activities based on the texts to extend learning and understanding. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (59 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Yolanda Cool

This ebook is designed to present real-life problems in a realistic context to provide children with situations in which everyday math comprehension skills are required. The tasks also provide a foundation for the development of problem solving skills and strategies. The activities are based around a set of recurring characters who find themselves exposed to a range of real-life problems that need to be solved; the sort of problems that students may one day encounter. Many of the activities can be described as math comprehension questions where students are presented with the facts and need to determine ways to manipulate them in order to solve the problem. Problem Solving Strategies There are many strategies for solving every day math problems. Some of the main problem solving strategies included in these sheets are: Act It Out; Make A Model; Make A Drawing, Diagram or Graph; Look For A Pattern; Construct A Table; Make A List; Restate The Problem; Solve A Simpler Problem; Account For All Possibilities; Use Logical Reasoning; Work Backwards This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (39 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Jane Bourke

Long Vowel Sounds is the third book in a series of four entitled Cut and Paste Phonics US. This book has been created for students in Grades 1 and 2, and is designed to be used in conjunction with any regular class spelling program. Each task has been carefully constructed to help lower elementary students recognize, using pictorial clues, the relationship between letters and sounds. The cut and paste aspect of the book not only offers an alternative to written worksheets, but also encourages children to become more dexterous with scissors. Every book in the Cut and Paste Phonics series provides worksheets which: • are fun for students; • focus on letter sound knowledge; • can help strengthen fine motor skills (e.g. cutting, pasting and hand-eye coordination skills); • require students to listen to and follow a set of instructions; • follow a similar structure - so that students can complete activities independently. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (51 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Debra Hawthorne

More Sounds is the fourth book in a series of four entitled Cut and Paste Phonics US. This book has been created for students in Grades 1 and 2, and is designed to be used in conjunction with any regular class spelling program. Each task has been carefully constructed to help lower elementary students recognize, using pictorial clues, the relationship between letters and sounds. The cut and paste aspect of the book not only offers an alternative to written worksheets, but also encourages children to become more dexterous with scissors. Every book in the Cut and Paste Phonics series provides worksheets which: • are fun for students; • focus on letter sound knowledge; • can help strengthen fine motor skills (e.g. cutting, pasting and hand-eye coordination skills); • require students to listen to and follow a set of instructions; • follow a similar structure - so that students can complete activities independently. This ebook is available in US, UK and AU versions. This is a Photocopy Master ebook (56 pages) and activity pages may be photocopied for use in the classroom. Our ebooks are in pdf format. Edubooks is an imprint of Ready-Ed Publications. Author: Debra Hawthorne