The martial arts training of every member of a family is essential to the safety, growth and prosperity of a current society that seems to be unraveling at the very seams of civility. Humorous true stories contain martial arts lessons and life enhancing affirmations that communicate the essence of the Way of Life by an American Master. Original art pieces, illustrations, drawings and photos enhance the way the vital information is presented and absorbed. As interesting to read for a master with 60 years of training as it is for a person that has never stepped foot in a martial arts school.

The authors argue persuasively that differentiation provides diverse learners with access to the curriculum and an invitation to learn. The first four chapters describe the foundations of effective teacher differentiation: knowing each student as a learner, knowing one's curriculum, developing a repertoire of research-based instructional strategies, and learning the skills of professional collaboration. Embedded in each chapter are practical strategies that teachers can use in their classrooms. Later chapters deal with special issues in differentiation, such as assessment, teacher cultural...

This fascinating book, written by two experts in school improvement, is for teachers and school leaders who are looking for ways to raise the organizational intelligence quotient (OIQ) of their classrooms and their schools. It is ideal for those who perceive themselves as the facilitators of learning - for students, for colleagues and for themselves. If schools are to be transformed and transformative, teacher-learners will lead the way. Simplistic and superficial approaches to improving student learning simply don't work. School improvement isn't a technical challenge; it is an adaptive one....