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Google The Reading Dog - by Sandy Childs (Paperback)

Google The Reading Dog - by  Sandy Childs (Paperback)
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Last Price: 9.79 USD

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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Inspiring & educational, this illustrated book shows how the love of a dog can enhance a young person's motivation & confidence to learn. With contributions from educators and students, it illustrates the many ways Google contributed to lessons across the curriculum & provides guidance for educators who might want to explore this unique approach.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>When Google was in the room, remarkable things happened.</p> <ul> <li>He motivated the unmotivated.</li> <li>He inspired those who didn't want to try to have a go.</li> <li>He gave confidence to the quiet, shy and lonely.</li> <li>He calmed the angry.</li> </ul> <p>For eight years Golden Retriever Google accompanied his best friend, Sandy Childs, when she worked in<br /> schools. Google's patient, gentle and loving nature proved an inspiration in helping children who were<br /> reluctant readers, writers and learners, many of whom had additional learning needs and emotional<br /> issues, to find joy in learning. Google's message was simple but powerful: <em>I can read and so can you</em>.</p> <p>Inspiring, educational and deeply moving, Google The Reading Dog demonstrates how the love of<br /> a dog can enhance a young person's motivation and confidence to learn. With contributions from<br /> educators and the students themselves, it illustrates the many ways in which Google contributed<br /> to lessons across the curriculum and provides guidance for other educators who might want to<br /> explore this unique teaching pathway.</p>

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