Like Gomorrah with horses – that’s probably the best way to describe the stories of those inhabiting the heather-clad hills between England and Scotland who were strung up on gallows during the turbulent period of the border reivers and after, when King James I/VI attempted to ‘Pacify the Border’.The condemned here were cattle rustlers, counterfeiters, burglars, protection racketeers, thieves and murderers who rode in family-based gangs, terrorised the countryside on both sides of ...

Help your child create the perfect study conditions at home to give them the support they need when studying.A Parent's Guide to Effective Study Habits is for parents and caregivers who want to know how to help their children realise their potentialWritten for parents and caregivers of children aged 10–18, this guide covers a range of proven strategies to help children focus and engage with different types of schoolwork. It contains practical tips ...

Ser capaz de conectar con los jóvenes estudiantes, implicándolos e involucrándolos en su aprendizaje, es una de las competencias que más necesita un profesor, pero puede ser también una de las habilidades más difíciles de dominar y de mantener con el paso del tiempo. Docentes de los cinco continentes buscan formas rápidas y sencillas de animar sus clases, probando cosas nuevas y emocionantes, o simplemente innovando y ajustando una práctica o estrategia que llevan haciendo durante años. Es...

Being an outstanding classroom teacher does not always translate into being an outstanding senior leader – the skill set can be very different. A senior leader's focus must shift from delivering high-quality classroom teaching, towards leading staff rather than children. Experienced Deputy Headteacher, Jon Tait, sets out to help with this transition by teaching aspiring senior leaders how to lead staff and gain vital knowledge and experience in their new role.This easy-to-follow ti...

'Once you've seen inside the world of Teaching Rebooted you can't go back … A great resource for educators.' - Professor Stuart Kime, Director and Co-founder of Evidence Based Education, @ProfKime'An essential toolkit ... One of the best edu-books I've read and an absolute must-read!' - Alex Fairlamb, Associate Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Learning, Curriculum), @lamb_heart_teaTeaching Rebooted

'Brimming with useful ideas from start to finish... As usual, Jon's knowledge, wisdom and passion for all things education shine through. A brilliant read.' - Pete Jackson, Assistant Headteacher, @PeteJackson32Looking to develop your skills so you can be successful as a head of year? Striving to get into pastoral leadership as a middle leader? Then Succeeding as a Head of Year is the ultimate guide for you!Adopting an easy...

This book has plenty of hard-earned wisdom to offer aspiring senior leaders. Practical and useful, it also has helpful directions as to avenues for further reading.' – Paul Merrell, Head of School, @pjmerrellThis is the ultimate guide for any new or aspiring senior leader in a primary or secondary school.Whether you're looking to move into senior leadership or you've just been appointed to your first post, you'll find expert guidan...

No matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you!The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers.Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won't fail to inspire and engage all learners._______________...

When dreams collapse . . .Jon Peters had it all: record-breaking high school baseball pitcher, on the cover of Sports Illustrated, a beautiful girlfriend. He was going to play professional baseball. He was going to have everything he'd ever wanted. Until a shoulder injury and four surgeries changed his life. With dreams shattered, Jon struggled to find value and happiness. After years searching vainly to make sense of it all, alcohol, a suicide attempt, deep-seated...