Carol Josel-School Wise Books Giveaway

 

Thanks so much for visiting me here on my newly revised website. Along with an altogether new look, the changes allow me to more readily offer you timely, informative articles, websites to visit, and even quotes to use in your teaching. There’s also, of course, my free, monthly The School-Wise Newsletter, keeping readers up-to-date on all that’s happening in education.

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Book reviewers have this to say:

  • Other-Wise and School-Wise: A Parenting Guidebook:   “. . . I found the chapters on studying and taking tests particularly helpful and also appreciated an insightful chapter on cheating.  The educator’s viewpoint, as well as the parent’s, is effectively represented.  Each chapter in this excellent compilation of ideas, techniques, and discussion starters offers high quality, practical information. . . I highly recommend Other-Wise and School-Wise as a must-have resource for anyone involved in raising or educating children today.  It has an easy-to-reach place on my bookshelf.” ~ Paula Buermele, reviewer for BookPleasures and author of The Dream Catcher Tour
  • Other-Wise and School-Wise: A Parenting Guidebook:  “. . . Packed full of great resources, ideas, techniques, and thought-provoking discussion starters, this author combines her own knowledge with the knowledge of others to create a concise and accurate book that will have you walking away feeling as though you can make a difference in your child’s life.  Other-Wise and School-Wise would make a wonderful gift for a new parent, teacher, or anyone feeling a bit overwhelmed with their parenting skills.  Truly one of the first books I’ve seen that creates a slew of answers between two covers.” ~ Beverly Pechin, reviewer for Reader Views
  • Getting School-Wise: A Student Guidebook:  “Practical and well-organized, Getting School-Wise is an excellent investment for parents of children working their way through middle school.  Armed with this guidebook, the parent has an arsenal of ideas and techniques for enhancing the school experience . . .  The author’s extensive classroom experience combines very well with her experience in raising her own daughter, resulting in an excellent resource that speaks directly to the student in need of establishing effective learning habits.”  ~ Paula Buermele, reviewer for BookPleasures and author of The Dream Catcher Tour
  • ESL Activities for Every Month of the School Year:  “This book has many creative ideas to use with ESL students.  The projects do not require much preparation.  They are easy, and the students enjoy them.  Information such as short stories are easily understood.  The best part of all is that the activities are organized by month.  This book is a good resource for the ELL teacher.” ~ Luis A. Meneses
  • ESL Activities for Every Month of the School Year:  “I am an ESL teacher.  The district I work in supplied us with this book.  It is an excellent book full of useful ideas.  My students find the book a great help.  I use the stories to teach them new vocabulary, help them with their pronunciation, and allow them to enjoy themselves while learning.  Great book!  I encourage everyone to check it out!” ~ Patricia Quintero

And on my presentations:

  • “Your common sense approach to the teaching of writing is so refreshing. Thank you for giving me a broader view of the need to revise, revise, revise.” ~ Donna Q.
  • “Just wanted to let you know that your session was the best one I attended on Thursday. You were so inspirational, knowledgeable, and motivating. I loved hearing you present the information. Keep up the good work.” ~ Judy C.
  • “Thank you for the wonderful presentation! I was floundering with my instruction on introductions, and then I walked into your session. I was so excited when I left that I called my husband and shared your ideas.” ~ Ann L.
  • “I would love to be put on your mailing list. Since your workshop, I have already used many techniques discussed in your session. Thank you so much for the great session; I will email you if I have any questions.” ~ Jessica D.
  • “I would LOVE for you to sign me up for the e-newsletter. We are actually putting together a student skills/academic success program for 9th graders. I plan to use the information from yesterday’s session and may look into having you consult with us further. Yesterday was awesome. You are an amazing, energetic, interesting presenter! I found a lot of things I plan on using here.” ~ Lori S.