Henry Pluckrose
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Description
Henry Arthur Pluckrose, who has died aged 79, was one of the most inspiring teachers of his generation. For more than 50 years, he made a major contribution to our understanding not only about how children learn, but about how to put that knowledge into practice. As founder headteacher, in 1968, of Prior Weston primary school in London, he established a model that aroused international interest and admiration. He was also a prolific author, editor, journalist and lecturer on educational and other subjects. Source
Books
Touching
"I Know That! is a series developed to introduce non-fiction books to children in their first years at school. It gives young readers confidence by building on facts they already know and covers a variety of topics in a way that supports both learning and reading skills. Read this book to find out all you know about touch - and to discover lots more"--Back cover.
Butterflies and Moths
My Day
Water
Looking and Seeing
Introduces the basic concept of seeing and how it affects our lives.
Building a Road
"Simple text and photographs present the construction of a road, including information on the workers and equipment needed"--Provided by publisher.
In the Supermarket
Photographs and simple text present some of the different machines used in a large supermarket, including fork lifts, scales, pricing machines, and conveyor belts.
Touching and Feeling
Introduces the basic concept of touch and how it affects our lives.
Listening and Hearing
Introduces the basic concept of hearing and how it affects our lives.
Sniffing and Smelling
Introduces the basic concept of smell and how it affects our lives.
Eating and tasting
Describes how different foods taste and how we use different senses to enjoy our food.