24 25 There’s Research for That by Heidi Anne Mesmer and Katie Hilden-Clouse A clear and actionable guide to making sense of and implementing the Science of Reading Presents 20 common questions K–5 teachers ask about teaching reading. For each question, the authors provide background information, summarize what the research says, and offer examples of how to apply that research to instruction. This book fills a gap related to reading research; most professional books are broad and do not analyze research findings or connect them to specific practices. 5 Essential Resources for New Teachers by Multiple Authors Empower new teachers with a comprehensive three-book and two six-page guides bundle designed to foster confidence, build strong relationships, and support student-centered learning. New teachers need support and encouragement. The many demands and the wide range of skills needed to feel successful are overwhelming, but with the right resources, new teachers can thrive from day one. This professional development bundle includes three essential books and two six-page foldout guides, all designed to offer self-paced, actionable strategies for success. From building relationships with colleagues, students, and families to addressing student anxiety and promoting hands-on learning, these resources help new teachers navigate the complexities of the classroom with confidence. In this Bundle: • When You’re the New Teacher by Elizabeth Soslau • Helping Anxious Kids in a Stressful World: 25 Classroom Strategies by David Campos and Kathleen McConnell Fad • 50 Strategies for Learning without Screens by Tom Rademacher • Strategies for English Learners in Your Classroom (6-page foldout guide by Eugenia Mora-Flores) • Helping Students Learn How to Learn in Your Classroom (6-page foldout guide by Richard M. Cash) 9798765971734 · Paperback Pub Date: February 25, 2025 208 Pages · 7.3 in x 9.3 in 2 Color Interior 9798330907571 · Paperback Pub Date: January 7, 2025 Grades PreK to 12 Heidi Anne E. Mesmer, Ph.D., is a Professor in Literacy in the School of Education at Virginia Tech. Her research has appeared in numerous publications, and she has written and directed eight grants aimed at improving reading instruction in K-5 classrooms. Katie Hilden-Clouse, Ph.D., is a Professor of Literacy in the School of Teacher Education and Leadership at Radford University, where she serves as Coordinator of the Literacy Education Graduate Program. Her research interests are informational text comprehension and reading assessment. Short Texts, Big Impact: 35 Strategies for Strengthening Reading and Writing Skills by Kim Carlton Unlock the potential of short texts in the classroom with this comprehensive guide for K-12 teachers. In this teacher-friendly resource, Kim Carlton helps you experience instructional wins each day by using short texts in the classroom. Divided into two main sections—short reading strategies and short writing strategies—this book provides classroom-tested step-by-step directions for implementation, tips for differentiation, and creative approaches to extend learning. Whether you’re looking to improve your students’ reading comprehension, refine their writing skills, or provide effective feedback, this resource is packed with actionable strategies to help your students succeed. The Empathetic Classroom: How a Mental Health Mindset Supports your Students by Maria Munro-Schuster Develop a mental-health mindset and rediscover the inspiration that brought you to teaching. Written by a teacher-turned-therapist, this approachable book uniquely offers a mental health perspective on classroom teaching. Maria Munro-Schuster shares tools for focusing on mental health in everyday practice. Teachers will benefit from sound advice on maintain- ing boundaries, confronting intrusive thoughts, responding to trauma, incorporating play into classrooms, and many other methods of remaining connected to themselves and their students. The conversational tone and relatable stories make this an easy, entertaining read. 9798765929391 · Paperback Pub Date: July 1, 2025 144 pages · 8.5 in x 11in 2 Color Interior 9798885549431 · Paperback Pub Date: August 5, 2025 176 pages · 7.3 in x 9.3 in 2 Color Interior Kim Carlton provides professional development for educators nationally and internationally. She spent over 15 years as a classroom teacher, literacy coach, interventionist, and director of language arts at Richardson Independent School District. Maria Munro-Schuster is a Montana therapist and educator who has always been interested in the connection between the two fields. She wrote her first master’s thesis on how student grief plays out in the college writing classroom. She previously taught middle-school English with a mental health focus, and she was selected as a Hatch North America honoree for teaching. She now works as a community therapist in Bozeman, Montana.
