Developed in conjunction with Bracknell Forest LEA, this CD uses fun and funky musical raps to convey key mathematical vocabulary ideas in a way that particularly appeals to 9-11 year old children. It includes rhythms, lyrics and video footage. Get the class singing along to them or have individual children perform them. Uses visual, auditory and kinaesthetic imagery.

Motivate your KS2 pupils who are still experiencing significant difficulties to grasp key mathematical concepts through a series of age appropriate interactive activities. Following the PNS Wave 3 guidelines, activities cover five areas in which children working below level 3 make fundamental errors and have misconceptions: Counting, Ordering, Difference, Grouping and Number Bonds. Activities are based in three different zones - sea, space and fantasy - allowing your pupils to practise and consolidate the same mathematical concept using different situations

A fantastic blend of classic and new verse from Scotland - the ideal accompaniment to any Burns Night celebrations!

'In SCOTTISH POEMS John Rice takes us on an exhilarating whistle-stop tour, the poets of his choice a refreshing and stimulating mix of the familiar and the unexpected. The vitality and diversity of their voices (English, Scots and Gaelic, from the Borders to Shetland and the Western Isles) reflect that of the land they live in, and whet the appetite for more.'

Stewart Conn, poet and playwright.


My heart's in the Highlands, my heart is not here;

My heart's in the Highlands, a-chasing the deer;

A-chasing the wild-deer and following the roe,

My heart's in the Highlands, wherever I go.

Robert Burns

Grade(s): Intermediate 2
Author(s): John Yarr
ISBN: 9781843724797

Intermediate 2 Woodworking Success Guide is designed to help students reach their maximum potential, and covers each of the three mandatory units, plus the assessment project, with essential advice on Health and Safety aspects. Extensive colour illustrations provide a step-by-step guide to each skill in the course while accessible text helps all abilities to understand and learn. One topic area is addressed per double page spread for manageable topic progress, and Quick Tests accompany every spread for effective monitoring of learning. Assessment guidance and exemplar material, along with Top Tips help improve assessed performance.

Grade(s): Intermediate 1
Author(s): Edna Hepburn, Jean McAllister
Published: 1st June 2008
ISBN: 9781843724964

This brand new title delivers exactly the right balance of content for effective exam revision in a highly visual way. Clear accessible notes addressing key course content are presented in a colourful, engaging format with full colour illustrations to appeal to a variety of learning styles. To make revision manageable, a new topic area is presented on each double page spread. In addition, Top Tips and Quick Tests for each topic are designed to focus students on the exam.

This brand new title is the ultimate colour revision guide to Standard Grade Computing. Clear, accessible notes cover key information Standard Grade students really need to know in accessible double page topics. Quick Tests and Top Tips improve exam performance, while full colour illustrations and format appeal to a variety of learning styles.

Contents



Introduction



· Studying and preparation



Unit 1 – Computer applications



· General purpose packages

· Test your progress

· Word processing

· Test your progress

· Spreadsheets

· Databases

· Test your progress

· Graphics

· Desk top publishing

· Test your progress

· Presentation and multimedia

· Web page creation

· Expert systems

· Test your progress



Unit 2 – Communications and networks



· Electronic communication

· LANs and WANs

· The internet

· Test your progress



Unit 3 – Industrial and commercial applications



· Commercial data processing

· Test your progress

· Industrial applications/automated systems

· Test your progress



Unit 4 – Computer systems



· Hardware

· Test your progress

· System software

· Operating systems

· Test your progress

· Low level machines

· Test your progress



Unit 5 – The exam and assessment



· The syllabus and the exam

· Skills in answering questions



Exam-style questions and answers

comprehensive text designed to equip students with the tools to excel in the written exam, Standard Grade Administration Course Notes is perfect to accompany classroom learning. These easy-to-follow course notes provide unit-by-unit coverage of the syllabus sections of Administration Support and aim to facilitate learning, develop knowledge and understanding and focus students’ problem-solving skills. Extensive visual aids coupled with clear explanations and developed responses to
the question-like structure make this a key resource to ensure students of all levels have a fully developed awareness of administrative issues and the tools for success.

This title delivers a highly visual approach to exam revision to guide even more General and Credit students towards the success they deserve. Whilst clear notes address key knowledge, understanding and problem solving elements of both Areas of Study, the colourful format and illustrations stimulate learning and improve exam recall. A new topic area is presented on each double page spread for manageable revision, and accompanying Quick Tests and Top Tips focus and improve question response. In addition, chapters on assessment preparation and exam technique advise on how to improve your grade, whilst 16 pages of exam-style questions and answers deliver valuable practice ready for the final exam.

This brand new title delivers a highly visual approach to traditional textbook revision. Essential course content at General and Credit level is delivered for the five functional units: Marketing; Finance; Human Resources; IT ; Operations. In addition, a chapter dedicated to the Business at Work project provides valuable guidance and coursework support. Whilst the colour layout, illustrations and tables improve recall and appeal to a variety of learning styles, top tips and quick tests for every double page spread focus revision, and expert exam advice shows students how to improve their grade.

Ideal for use in lessons or as part of the revision process in the approach to exams, Standard Grade Craft & Design Course Notes offers invaluable support to students in project and exam preparation. Key knowledge and understanding elements of design and various materials are presented in clear, short paragraphs, informative tables and visual aids to help all students to access information, enhance their subject appreciation and perform well in their exams. In addition, students are guided, in depth, through the stages of project assessment from selection and planning to implementation. Two completed projects are presented as exemplar material to help students to plan their own work to the highest possible standard.

Designed for reference during course work assignments in Standard Grade Art & Design, this text considers briefs for Design, Critical and Expressive Activity to help individuals perform to the best of their ability. Key considerations when undertaking any brief are simply explained with examples, and for Critical Activity, stimuli are provided as well as a study plan and guidelines for research and response. To further ensure that students investigate and explore subject matter and their own artistic strengths, advice for the SQA assessment is provided to reassure and encourage students to perform to their true capability.

This brand new title replaces the Standard Grade Revision Notes for a highly visual colour approach to revision of the course. Key General and Credit content is delivered for the following units:

Unit 1: Changing Life in Scotland and Britain 1830s-1930s and Changing Life in Scotland and Britain 1880s-present day
Unit 2: International Co-operation and Conflict 1890s-1920s and International Co-operation and Conflict 1930s –1960s
Unit 3: People and Power – Russia 1914-1941 and People and Power – Germany 1918-1939

This student book and interactive CD-ROM pack enables students to revise key course content in the way that suits them best. The highly visual colourful revision notes are supported by lots of illustrations to improve memory recall, whilst a new topic on every spread makes revision manageable. Top tops and quick tests are included for every topic, and credit material is clearly marked for relevant study. Use the CD-ROM for an interactive study approach. Simple step-by-step guidance is delivered for every examinable topic whilst interactive testing and an extensive glossary help students retain key facts.

Invaluable as a tool for revision at General and Credit level, students are provided with succinct summaries of key areas of knowledge and understanding to compound classroom learning and help students to achieve examination success. Worked examples and visual aids, helpful tips to clarify common areas of confusion and essential information tables all focus revision and help to raise student accuracy and performance. Ideal for independent study.

This popular title at Credit level offers a step-by-step approach to examinable elements as stipulated in the Standard Grade Arrangements in Mathematics. Topics are clearly addressed and problem-solving techniques and calculator usage simply explained to provide a sound base of knowledge. Students can evaluate their understanding with the range of self-check questions and learn to apply key formulae that they will need to use in the exam. The comprehensive index ensures that this title is perfect as a revision aid, permitting quick cross-referencing to enhance student confidence, understanding and achievement.

This student book and interactive CD-ROM pack enables General level students to revise key course content in the way that suits them best. The highly visual colourful revision notes are supported by lots of illustrations to improve memory recall, whilst a new topic on every spread makes revision manageable. Top tops and quick tests are also included for every topic.

Use the CD-ROM for an interactive study approach. Simple step-by-step guidance is delivered for every examinable topic whilst interactive testing and an extensive glossary help students retain key facts.

The Secondary Maths Dictionary is the ideal classroom companion for quick easy reference and targeted revision. Designed for use in S1, S2 and at Standard Grade, clear definitions include all Standard Grade Mathematical vocabulary recommended by the SQA to support every student fully. Example sentences place words in context whilst extensive colour visual aids assist understanding and help students to apply key terms with accuracy. Photocopiable worksheets are also available, via free download from our website, for a range of pertinent activities to encourage confident language use.

This popular title is an ideal complement to class notes and as a targeted revision aid and reference tool for all students throughout the course. A series of succinct units cover various genres in assessable areas of Reading and Writing and provides students with tables of key terms and skills required to achieve the highest grade. Easily digestible, step-by-step advice is designed to enhance pupil understanding and ability to analyse and write according to purpose, whilst example answers to practice questions will guide and structure student response. In addition, a chapter dedicated to preparing for Speaking and Listening assignments as well as self-evaluation checklists and a key words appendix ensure that students feel confident as they approach their

This student book and interactive CD-ROM pack enables students to revise key course content in the way that suits them best. The highly visual colourful revision notes are supported by lots of illustrations to improve memory recall, whilst a new topic on every spread makes revision manageable. Top tops and quick tests are included for every topic, and credit material is clearly marked for relevant study.

Use the CD-ROM for an interactive study approach. Simple step-by-step guidance is delivered for every examinable topic whilst interactive testing and an extensive glossary help students retain key facts

This brand new title which replaces Standard Grade German Course Notes with audio CD delivers a highly visual approach to revising the most commonly occurring exam topics, to guide even more of your students towards exam success. Clear, accessible notes are presented in an engaging format with colourful illustrations that support understanding and bring the subject to life. As well as accessible, differentiated topic spreads on essential grammar and vocabulary, the colourful format helps students to engage with, and retain, what they need to know. To make revision manageable, a new topic area is presented on each double page spread and students can check and reinforce their revision with the accompanying Exercises and Quick Tests. Frequent ‘Top Tips’ provide handy advice for achieving top marks and avoiding simple errors in the final exam. The accompanying audio CD fully supports all topics featured in the exercise section of the book.

Price: £9.99

This brand new title which replaces Standard Grade Geography Revision Notes delivers a highly visual approach to revising exactly what students need to know to pass their exam with confidence, guiding even more of your students towards exam success. Clear, accessible notes are presented in an engaging format with colourful illustrations that support understanding and improve recall. To make revision manageable, a new topic area is presented on each double page spread and students can check and reinforce their revision with the accompanying Quick Tests. Key facts and information are highlighted in bright boxes for clear, easy learning and frequent ‘Top Tips’ provide handy advice for achieving top marks and avoiding simple errors in the final exam. Whilst content covers General level course requirements, icons highlight Credit material to keep revision relevant for students to revise exactly what they need to succeed.

This brand new title provides a highly visual approach to traditional textbook revision. Exactly the right balance of information is delivered for the three knowledge and understanding units - Activities, The Body and Skills and Techniques – with a new topic area on each double spread to make revision manageable. In addition, the colourful layout and illustrations help improve exam recall. Whilst Credit material is clearly marked for relevant study, frequent Top Tips and Quick Tests help students to review their learning. A chapter dedicated to examinations offers targeted advice on course assessment and how to answer the question in the final exam for an overall better grade.

This revision guide delivers a highly visual approach. Clear, accessible notes are presented in a colourful, engaging format with illustrations that support understanding and bring the subject to life. To make revision manageable, a new topic area is presented on each double page spread and students can check and reinforce their revision with the accompanying Quick Tests. Frequent ‘Top Tips’ also provide handy advice for achieving top marks and avoiding simple errors in the final exam.

This edition – updated for the new Arrangements - is specifically designed to boost subject knowledge and understanding for differentiated revision alongside class notes. In addition to fully relevant course content, targeted exercises provide valuable practice and enable students to monitor their progress, whilst black and white illustrations and screen shots clarify and engage. Credit level material is highlighted and a comprehensive index offers quick, easy access to any topic area.

This brand new title delivers a highly visual approach to traditional textbook revision for General and Credit students. Clear accessible notes addressing key course content are presented in a colourful, engaging format with full colour illustrations to appeal to a variety of learning styles. To make revision manageable, a new topic area is presented on each double page spread. In addition, top tips and quick tests for each topic are designed to focus students on the exam and all Credit content is marked to keep revision relevant.

This popular title is ideal as a step-by-step support throughout the academic year to develop knowledge and understanding and help students to gain the grade they really deserve. Eight comprehensive key units cover health, individual and family needs, design features and business and management and provide students with everything they need to know, in one handy volume, to excel in the written exam. Succinct explanations, detailed data tables and extensive illustrations present an accessible and stimulating approach to learning for all abilities. Whilst perfect for use as a core course text, the course content checklist allows for thorough revision and makes Standard Grade Home Economics Course Notes an invaluable tool in the approach to exams.

Ideal as a reference guide for students of all Standard Grade levels, this title will ensure students produce the best possible performance in all three assessed areas. Units on Creating, Presenting and Knowledge & Understanding offer practical approaches to group work, the design and presentation of a drama and a comprehensive series of critical considerations necessary to demonstrate a fully developed appreciation of dramatic techniques. Useful examination and evaluation advice and clear definitions of dramatic terminology make this an essential revision aid to stimulate confidence, raise ability and help students achieve the grades they really deserve.

Standard Grade Spanish Course Notes addresses each language skill independently for targeted discipline development in preparation for the exam. Clear notes and handy hints offer simple explanations, guidance and advice, whilst illustrations and targeted vocabulary lists assist understanding of new language features. Students can practise their skills through a variety of activities including listening exercises on CD for flexible practice at home or in school. In addition, full listening transcripts and Model Answers help students to monitor and enhance their own performance and to develop confidence in their ability as they approach the exams.

This title covers every aspect of the Intermediate 1 English course and delivers a highly visual approach to guide even more students towards the success they deserve. As well as clear notes and guidance on course requirements and coursework production, the engaging format and colourful illustrations support understanding and bring the subject to life. To make revision manageable, a new topic area is presented on each double page spread and students can check and reinforce their revision. ‘Two Minute Tasks’ and ‘Quick Think’ exercises check learning of important points for the exam and help students to focus and improve their question response whilst ‘Pair and Share Tasks’ are ideal for discussion and group work in class

This title addresses all three units of the Intermediate 2 course – Language, Literature and Personal Study – for valuable course and exam support. Clear, accessible notes are presented in a colourful format to appeal to a variety of learning styles whilst example extracts reflect exam content. Top tips and quick tests are included to focus study and improve technique for the exam

Specifically designed to support Intermediate 2 students, this text is divided into three units for a succinct approach to topics assessed in Units 1, 2 and 3 of the exam. New formulae and problem-solving methods are explained step-by-step to reinforce knowledge and understanding and enable students to review what they have learned in class. All topics are accompanied by questions with worked examples to allow students to assess their learning and to target areas of weakness for exam success. In addition, the comprehensive topic index supports quick and easy reference in the approach to exams. (Applications of Maths is not covered by this title.)

Specifically designed to support Intermediate 2 students, this text is divided into three units for a succinct approach to topics assessed in Units 1, 2 and 3 of the exam. New formulae and problem-solving methods are explained step-by-step to reinforce knowledge and understanding and enable students to review what they have learned in class. All topics are accompanied by questions with worked examples to allow students to assess their learning and to target areas of weakness for exam success. In addition, the comprehensive topic index supports quick and easy reference in the approach to exams. (Applications of Maths is not covered by this title.)

This newly published first Intermediate 2 and Higher History title covers ‘The Growth of Nationalism in Germany, 1815-1939’ and ‘Appeasement and the Road to War, 1933-1939’, and provides a detailed overview of key topics and historical changes within these units. An essential text, students can consolidate and enhance their knowledge and understanding to ensure they are equipped to explain and evaluate historical developments in on-going course assessment and ultimately in their final exam. Brief statements of syllabus relevance for each topic together with section summaries, comprehensive indices and useful website addresses make revision and reference easy. Students will also benefit from the activities and advice interspersed throughout the book, to focus revision, to structure planning and writing skills and to prepare to succeed in the exam.

Arranged to mirror Intermediate 2 and Higher History Book I in structure, Book II details main themes and historical changes relating to ‘Britain, 1850-1979’ and ‘The United States of America, 1919-1968’. Students benefit from clear topic overviews, helpful reference features and practice questions, to establish and hone knowledge and understanding, improve essay response and feel confident in their ability to achieve.

This popular title is ideal in the support of classroom teaching and also as a valuable revision tool for students in the approach to exams. The text provides comprehensive coverage of key course areas at Intermediate and Higher levels to consolidate and enhance knowledge and understanding and to ensure pupils are equipped to apply decision making skills successfully. An extensive index allows quick and easy access to information for reference and revision whilst clear topic explanations, detailed tables and helpful visual aids ensure pupils have a firm grasp of key business concepts and a developed evaluative awareness. A ‘must-buy’ for teachers and students alike

This reworked edition of our popular Intermediate 2 and Higher English Course Notes is specifically tailored to support all Higher candidates and delivers full coverage of all three Language, Literature and Personal Study course units. Whilst brand new extracts and questions are included for extra exam insight and practice, key guidance, sample answers and examples help students to improve their own responses and understand how to respond to a variety of questions to gain a better grade. Also includes practice exam-style questions which allow students to apply and hone key skills. A comprehensive glossary for quick, easy reference to key terminology and a reading list in the Appendices provides students with references for extra learning and course support.

These clear notes address topics assessed in Mathematics 1, 2 and 3 (not Statistics) to help students to reinforce and feel confident with content taught in class. Key techniques and formulae stipulated in the Higher Mathematics Arrangement are clearly summarised using an accessible step-by-step approach to reinforce student knowledge. In addition, example questions with worked solutions allow students to evaluate progress and have the confidence to apply methodology in an assessed situation. A comprehensive index permits quick and easy cross-referencing making this an excellent tool for revision and ultimate exam success.

Includes four Higher Graphic Communication exam papers from 2003 to 2006 all in full A3 size. Examiner-approved answers are provided for all exam papers.

Perfect for classroom activity or private study, this title addresses themes and topics that most frequently appear in the exam for a targeted course approach. Clear notes, pertinent vocabulary lists and ‘Top Tips’ make topic coverage accessible, whilst frequent illustrations support understanding as students encounter new language features. Extensive exercises are also included to sharpen assessed skills, whilst the audio CD enables flexible listening practice at home or in class. Students will also benefit from key guidance from the Principal Assessor for French to improve their performance and feel fully prepared for the exam.

All changes from the recent National Qualification review are included in this course notes title to provide you and your students with fully relevant course support. Clear notes address the three mandatory course units and are accompanied by colour maps and diagrams to illustrate key concepts and bring the subject to life. Helpful glossaries act as a useful reference whilst ‘Key Point’ boxes advise students on vital revision points to prepare for the final exam. Sample questions are also included for practice and to assess understanding whilst marked sample answers and marker’s commentaries help students to refine their responses to raise their performance in the exam.

Higher Physics Revision Notes is a useful aid designed for exam or assessment preparation to ensure students have the tools to achieve the grade they really want. Students are encouraged to participate in topic-by-topic active revision with formulae to memorize, key points to understand, experiments to describe and problems to solve. In this way, ability to apply knowledge and understanding to problem-solving is enhanced providing a sound base for exam success.

This title is designed to provide an overview of the whole of the Higher Biology National Qualification and deliver a focused course approach to compound student knowledge and understanding of key processes and functions. Comprehensive notes in this handy slim-line edition cover Cell Biology, Genetics, Evolution and Adaptation and Control and Regulation in three distinct units. Extensive diagrams and accessible, clearly presented explanations support student understanding and help students in the revision process to feel confident of their subject knowledge.

This second edition of Higher Craft & Design Course Notes includes all the recent changes from the National Qualifications review for fully relevant course coverage. As well as new course content that students will need to cover, brief notes throughout the book indicate how topics and issues interlink to enhance subject appreciation and performance when problem-solving. New full colour pictures and photographs help students to engage with the text, whilst frequent case study references and revision tips enable students to check and develop their subject knowledge. Students will also benefit from the exam-style questions that accompany each topic area for valuable practice and exam preparation, especially in areas of Arrangement change.

Designed to cover knowledge and understanding associated with the three mandatory units of Higher Chemistry, these succinct notes are ideal for topic and course revision support, to consolidate and enhance students’ subject appreciation and problem-solving skills. Topics are clearly addressed in an easily digestible manner and extensive visual aids ensure students of all abilities build on their subject understanding. The comprehensive index and clear layout also support quick and easy revision for productive private study and targeted class revision activity throughout the course.

Grade(s): Intermediate 1
Author(s): Archie Gibb, David Hawley
Estimated publication date: 1st October 2008
ISBN: 9781843726104

Covers key content for the three mandatory course units at intermediate 1 level
Each double page spread presents a new topic for manageable revision
Quick Tests and Top Tips help students prepare thoroughly for the exam
Colour illustrations and diagrams aid understanding and improve recall
Full colour layout appeals to a variety of learning styles

IIncludes three Higher Computing exam papers from 2002 to 2004, one exam paper for old Arrangements (2005), a specimen question paper for 2005 and two exam papers for 2005 to 2006.

Everything you hoped to see in a new French course!

The Métro pupil books offer a lively, communicative approach, underpinned by a clear grammatical foundation. The books develop pupils’ use and understanding of French by providing straightforward explanations of the way the language works, alongside motivating, stepped activities
Ages 12-16

What can it do?

Thinking with Pictures provides a powerful modern tool for the teacher's armoury, which can be usefully applied to almost any subject area at any level of attainment. All learners are meaning makers. All learners are trying to construct meaning, and whilst the ways we try to do it differ, we all do it. Mapping makes this process explicit – you could say that mapping is what thinking is.
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