The WHSmith Practice series for Key Stage 1 provides invaluable support for the work that your child does at school. The series covers all aspects of Maths & English as set out in the National Curriculum. All the books in the series offer straighforward & engaging activities that ensure your child gains confidence & understanding.
- Fun activities designed to be done at home
- How have I done? tests to assess your childs understanding
- Written by experienced teachers


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This book addresses one of the most exciting & innovative developments within higher education: the rise in prominence of the creative arts & the accelerating recognition that creative practice is a form of research. The book considers how creative practice can lead to research insights through what is often known as practice-led research. But unlike other books on practice-led research it balances this with discussion of how research can impact positively on creative practice through research-led practice. The editors posit an iterative & web-like relationship between practice & research. Essays within the book cover a wide range of disciplines including creative writing dance music theatre film & new media & the contributors are from the UK US Canada & Australia. The subject is approached from numerous angles: the authors discuss methodologies of practice-led research & research-led practice their own creative work as a form of research research training for creative practitioners & the politics & histories of practice-led research & research-led practice within the university. The book will be invaluable for creative practitioners researchers students in the creative arts & university leaders. Key Features * The first book to document conceptualise & analyse practice-led research in the creative arts & to balance it with research-led practice * Written by highly qualified academics & practitioners across the creative arts & sciences * Brings together empirical cultural & creative approaches * Presents illuminating case histories of creative work & practice-led research ...

Discover proven strategies for applying positive psychology within your coaching practice Written by Robert Biswas-Diener a respected researcher psychologist life & organizational coach & expert in positive psychology Practicing Positive Psychology Coaching presents a wide range of practical interventions & tools you can put to use right away in your coaching practice. Each intervention is clearly outlined & where appropriate illustrated by case studies from organizational & life coaching. Providing unique assessments that can be used to evaluate client resources & goals this practical guide introduces tools unique to this book that every professional can use in their practice including: Findings from new research on goal commitment strategies motivation growth-mindset theory & goal revision A decision tree for working specifically with Snyders Hope Theory in the coaching context An easy-to-use assessment of positive diagnosis " which measures client strengths values positive orientation toward the future & satisfaction Measures of self-esteem optimism happiness personal strengths motivation & creativity Guidance for leading clients through organizational & common life transitions including layoffs leadership changes university graduation middle age & retirement Filled with reflective exercises for use in your own personal & professional development Practicing Positive Psychology Coaching also

Includes:: guidance & recommendations for marketing a positive psychology coaching practice."

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The Power of Now contains specific meditation exercises & very clear & simple keys that have the power to change our ways of thinking & lead us much further along the path to a liberated life. Practicing the Power of Now is a series of excerpts exercises & keys from The Power of Now carefully arranged to have a profound impact. ...

This bright friendly book has lots of English practice at exactly the right level for 6-7 year olds. The colourful pages start with guidance on the topic then have loads of writing tasks fun exercises & brain-teasing activities. There's also a pull-out answers section with helpful tips if your child is struggling with the topic. ...

This bright friendly book has lots of Maths practice at exactly the right level for 6-7 year olds. The colourful pages start with guidance on the topic then have loads of sums fun exercises & brain-teasing problems. There's also a pull-out answers section with helpful tips if your child is struggling with the topic. ...

This bright friendly book has lots of Maths practice at exactly the right level for 9-10 year olds. The colourful pages start with guidance on the topic then have loads of sums fun exercises & brain-teasing problems. There's also a pull-out answers section with helpful tips if your child is struggling with the topic. ...

Packed with fun & colourful Mental Maths practice this CGP Practise & Learn book is ideal for Ages 9-11. For each topic there's a reminder about the important techniques followed by plenty of engaging questions to help children develop their KS2 Mental Maths skills. All the answers are included in a pull-out section along with notes for parents & suggested extension activities. ...

This bright friendly book has lots of Spelling practice at exactly the right level for 5-7 year olds. The colourful pages start with a quick reminder on a particular sort of words then have loads of spelling tasks fun exercises & absorbing activities. There's also a pull-out answers section with helpful tips if your child is struggling with the topic & a brilliant spelling game to round it off. ...

Do you want your child to attend an independent or grammar school? How do you give them the best chance at passing these exams? Practising test questions & providing extra help & coaching in preparation for the 11+ entrance exam can be the difference between passing & failing. The 11+ test or similar entrance exams must be passed for children to gain entrance to grammar & independent schools. & with limited places & high competition at each school it's vital to prepare your child so they have the best chance of gaining a place. Discover English is for complete beginners introducing children to 11+ English exam questions & tests so they can get the basics right first. Boasting expert coaching & guidance for both you & your child Discover English clearly explains how to tackle English exam questions correctly & is filled with hundreds of brand new authentic practise questions in the same multiple choice format as the final English exam. & when they've completed the Discover level make sure they move on to the next level Develop & lastly the Practise Test Papers so they receive a full programme of coaching needed to pass the 11+ English exam. This brand new Practise & Pass 11+ series has been developed in line with the current entrance exams so your children will be answering questions that are in an identical format & style to those that will be in the final test. Covering the four key subjects verbal reasoning non-verbal reasoning maths & English the series is split into three levels
- Discover Develop & Practise Test Papers. After working through the Practise & Pass 11+ series your child will be fully prepared for the tests have the edge over other applicants & be equipped with the best possible chance to get into the school of your choice. Give your child the skills & experience to pass the 11+ exam with flying colours.
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