Learning Matters
The answer to study problems at GCSE & Standard Grade.

This book changes pupils into active learners, who can take responsibility for their own studies. Suitable for class or individual use (a number of schools have sold the book very successfully at parents' evenings).

Includes: Getting started; time management; where to study; making notes; library & research skills; reading skills; learning & motivation; writing effectively; presentation; vocabulary; reading photographs; making a video; interpreting data; self assessment; revision & exam skills; stress & relaxation; futures; teacher's notes; how to run a staff seminar.

Sample pages: One : Two

'Excellent' D Gould, Head of Year 11, Paulet High School, Burton-on-Trent

'Brilliant' S Burbridge,Thetford

'Great for all years especially Year 11 mentoring' Deputy Head,Wiltshire

Copiable. 132pp + 3 charts: Study Planner, Exam Countdown Chart and Library Decoder Chart
£19.95, 15 or more £4.95, 50 + £3.95, 100 + £2.95, 150+ £2.50 each

Strategies for studying
New revised edition The resource for developing learning skills post 16.

Sample pages: One : Two : Three

What does it cover?
Study after 16; questionnaire; organisation & planning; wise up in lessons; getting set for study; body & brain;
study know-how; making notes; library & research skills; key reference resources; book skills; reading; writing; widening your vocabulary; dealing with data; computers including using the internet; revision; exam skills;
making a video; talking your way through an interview; stress-busters: advice to parents; an action plan for schools & colleges, + 10 Study Fact Sheets; 5 record sheets; articles about studying.

Copiable. 176pp + Study Planner.
Proven techniques for note making
Vital research skills
Discover time-saving tips Stay calm under pressure
Develop key exam strategies.

There are no ideal students but there are real life solutions to study problems.

Copiable. £24.95 Bulk Discount: 15 or more £6.95, 50 + £5.95, 100 + £4.95 150+ £4.50

What will it do?
This has proved to be a stunning best seller. It's the practical guide for studying beyond 16; a must for all A Level/Higher Grade and college students. One teacher liked the book so much she bought (with her own money!) a set of 15 for her tutor group!

Study Planner Wall Chart 2008-2009

Help your students meet deadlines!

Includes study guidance. 63 x 45cm

'Offers sensible notes on how to organise your studies.' The Guardian

'Excellent' Mrs Beverly Curry, The Cathedral High School, Wakefield

Copies: 1 £1.28; 10+ 68p; 50+ 43p; 100+ 38p (all + vat)

OFFER: 100 2008-09 Planners + 100 Exam Charts (below) £55 + vat

2008 - 2009 Study Planners from £0.38p !
100 Study Planner Wall Charts + 100 Exam Countdown Charts £55.00 + vat

in full colour
Exam Countdown Chart

* Practical advice
* Active approaches
* A personal revision framework
* For 14-18

Students need guidance on the best ways to revise. This chart combines tried and tested methods, tips, and advice from students. It has a unique framework to guide each student in the 3 months before the exam.

42 x 30cm . Revised edition

'Excellent' Mrs J Henderson, Kendal

Copies: 1 £1.28; 10+ 68p; 50+ 43p; 100+ 38p ( all + vat)

How to pass exams
Revised & updated edition!

* Accelerate your learning
* Memorise key facts
* Invaluable advice and handy tips on speed reading, note-taking and mind mapping
* The value of visualisation
* Revise effectively
* Features on specific subjects from Maths to Literature

This wide ranging and highly readable guide is designed for all ages and abilities.
251pp

How to pass exams £7.99
How to pass exams 15 copies £99.95, save £19.90

How to Remember (Almost) Everything, Ever!

How does memory work and how can you make yours the best? Crammed with cool tricks, experiments and great mind games, this book can help train your brain - amazing your friends and impressing your teachers!

There's even a mnemonics section with 50 handy memory tricks. For age 9-12.

How to Remember (Almost) Everything,Ever £5.99

Learn to remember

(For teachers & post 16 students)
* Discover untapped memory powers
* Develop instant recall
* A unique repertoire of proven and effective techniques and shortcuts
* Puts improved storage, retention and recollection within reach of all

Dominic O'Brien, World Memory Champion tackles the problem that 'memory skills are not taught in schools, yet memory is still tested in exams.' A brilliant and beautifully illustrated book illuminating the fundamental link between memory and learning.
160pp. (5 copies £44.95 - save £1 off each)

Learn to remember £10.99
Learn to remember 5 copies £49.95 - save £1 off each

How to pass exams every time

Many hard working, intelligent people fail exams through lack of confidence or poor technique. This book explains what examiners want and provides easy to learn techniques that will boost your confidence and guarantee success.

'Brisk, shrewd and full of useful tips' Daily Telegraph
192pp

How to pass exams every time £8.99

How to write essays

A step-by-step guide for all levels with sample essays
* Expert advice and practical guidance from Don Shiach, experienced teacher and well known author
* Students can dramatically improve their grades by putting into practice simple, but invaluable principles of essay writing
* For exams & coursework
* Enables students to understand exactly what is required of them and how to deliver it - a winning formula!

15 copies £129.85 -save £20.

14-18

How to write essays £9.99
How to write essays special offer 15 copies £129.85

Writing an Essay

Simple techniques to transform your coursework and exams
For school, college or university. The book explains the different techniques needed for writing successful essays in the humanities, social sciences and other disciplines. With the aid of examples, case studies and practical exercises, it shows how to research, organise your thoughts, take notes, plan and write the essay. 254pp (5th edition)

'A lot of good sense' TES
192pp

Writing an Essay £8.99

Writing an Assignment

A chief examiner provides proven techniques that really get results
A practical book that gives you the tools and planning techniques for successful assignments and essays, shows the difference between good and bad practice, and promotes self-evaluation exercises. 112pp (6th edition)

112pp

Writing an Assignment £8.99