Reviews for Standards-Based Physical Education Curriculum Development

The average rating for Standards-Based Physical Education Curriculum Development based on 2 reviews is 4.5 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2016-02-21 00:00:00 Virginia Fowler What a great surprise! Couldn't put this book down. I thought it would be a gimmicky book that depended on the card clues and internet connections with not much effort put into the writing of the book. But, on the contrary, the book stands alone (no need for the cards, clues, prize, etc.... though I'm sure kids love that part). Well written, good mystery, suspenseful and a lot of fun. From School library Journal: Starred Review. Grade 4â€"7â€"When their beloved Aunt Grace dies, Dan, 11, and Amy, 14â€"along with other Cahill descendantsâ€"are faced with an unusual choice: inherit one million dollars or participate in a perilous treasure hunt. Cahills have determined the course of history for centuries, and this quest's outcome will bring the victors untoward power and affect all of humankind. Against the wishes of nasty Aunt Beatrice, their reluctant guardian since their parents' deaths, Dan and Amy accept the challenge, convincing their college-age au pair to serve as designated adult. Pitted against other Cahill teams, who will stop at nothing to win, the siblings decipher the first of 39 clues and are soon hot on the historical trail of family member Ben Franklin to unearth the next secret. Adeptly incorporating a genuine kids' perspective, the narrative unfolds like a boulder rolling downhill and keeps readers glued to the pages. As the siblings work together to solve puzzles and survive dangers, they develop into well-drawn individuals with their own strengths and personalities. Supporting Cahill cast members come across as intentionally exaggerated caricatures, adding to the tale's breathless fun. The book dazzles with suspense, plot twists, and snappy humor, but the real treasure may very well be the historical tidbits buried in the story. Part of a multimedia launch including a Web site, collectable game cards, and a 10-title series (penned by different authors), this novel stands solidly on its own feet and will satisfy while whetting appetites for more.

Review # 2 was written on 2015-01-05 00:00:00 Christopher Svanberg A gift from Alana for my first year of teaching. The essay by bell hooks was exactly what I needed to read for strength for my job. Appreciated the dialogue between the masters Huston Smith and Rav Schachter. However many of the sentiments seemed anti science and I found this off putting. I also found it frustrating to be continuously told my classroom was wrong. Further, the book mostly emphasized Buddhist traditions and neglected other spiritual traditions