{"title":"Lyn Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLyn Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in clear and engaging educational resources aimed at fostering lifelong learning. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eReading for Life\u003c\/em\u003e, provide practical strategies and insightful guidance to support readers in developing essential skills and enhancing their understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for educators and self-motivated learners alike, Lyn Stone’s books blend accessibility with valuable content, making complex concepts approachable and relevant. Her focus on education and reference ensures readers find useful tools to enrich their personal and academic growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"reading-for-life-by-lyn-stone-9781138590908","title":"Reading for Life","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy is it that more people can’t read and write? Why are there still so many vastly different methods of teaching literacy? Why do people still argue about it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eReading for Life\u003c\/i\u003e examines these three questions, addressing the less evidence-supported ideas about teaching reading and writing which are still alive and well in schools all over the world. This accessible guide bridges the gap between research and practice, translating academic findings into practical suggestions and ready-to-use techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in an approachable style and with informative graphics, vignettes, and interviews woven throughout, this book covers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ethe components of literacy, including phonics, vocabulary, and fluency\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ethe history of approaches to literacy teaching and an overview of the key figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003egovernment-level inquiries into the provision of reading and writing teaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ethe mindset which leads to acceptance of poor practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ethe essential components of an effective literacy programme with practical advice on selecting resources to get the job done well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eReading for Life\u003c\/i\u003e helps educational practitioners make informed decisions about which teaching methods to reject and select, and empowers parents to ask the right questions of professionals and policymakers. This book is a timely exploration of poor teaching methods and is an innovative, fresh assessment of how high-quality literacy teaching can be provided for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607481565420,"sku":"9781138590908","price":318.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781138590908-reading-for-life.jpg?v=1778167234"},{"product_id":"spelling-for-life-by-lyn-stone-9780367646561","title":"Spelling for Life","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a myth that English spelling is unnecessarily complex, and it is spread by those who don’t understand the writing system. \u003ci\u003eSpelling for Life\u003c\/i\u003e offers lucid, accessible tools which help to reveal that, when explicitly and systematically taught, spelling is scientific, law-abiding and even elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a synthesis of theory, research and teaching experience, the fascinating nature of English spelling is systematically teased out. The examples and exercises throughout offer an encouraging, accessible way to implement the programme of study and strive to reveal the beauty of spelling. \u003ci\u003eSpelling for Life\u003c\/i\u003e enables teachers and students to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• learn what the common spelling coping strategies are;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• gain insights into undoing poor spelling habits;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• work together to reveal patterns not only in regular spelling, but also in words which on the surface seem to break the spelling rules;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• practise successful spelling strategies, progressing from simple to complex words rapidly and with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis new and improved edition includes updated spelling techniques as well as new chapters on \u003cem\u003eorthographic mapping\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003espelling assessment\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eteaching consonant clusters well\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003esuffixing rules\u003c\/em\u003e. Aided by example lessons, formative assessments, unique tools, a scope and sequence, and extensive practice lists, this highly acclaimed overview of spelling succeeds in developing theory and practice in the writing system for teacher and student alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607800594668,"sku":"9780367646561","price":341.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780367646561-spelling-for-life.jpg?v=1778173828"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lyn-stone.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}