"I'm heading overseas to teach English." Do you have any advice that would make my life easier..?" This book is intended to get new teachers through the initial shock and uncertainty of teaching ESL so that they not only survive, but thrive both in and out of the classroom. The first part of the book covers 25 "need to know" areas from lesson planning ang giving feedback to dealing with culture shock. The second part of this guide contains 25 versatile activities that can be incorporated into a wide range of lesson subjects. This is a must have resource for new teachers.

If you could travel 20 years into the future and ask your children what memories they have of their bedtime stories, what do you think they would say? Would it be a vague recollection that some books were occasionally read when Dad had the time? Or would a smile come over their faces as they recalled something truly special? How would you like your children to answer? Within these pages you will find advice on how to be the "best-est" reader in the eyes of your young children. Strategies and techniques on how to bring the story to life and create a truly memorable experience are covered. This...