Less Is More in Elementary School ─ Strategies for Thriving in a High-Stakes Environment

"In this era of rigorous standards, testing, and overcrowded curricula, many teachers are left wondering how they're ever going to cover the material. Less Is More in Elementary School offers realistic solutions by providing ways teachers can streamline their curriculum, collaborate with colleagues in different departments, differentiate instruction, promote research and critical thinking skills, and engage students in their own learning. This much-needed book will help teachers and principals meet the demands of the Common Core more efficiently and effectively. Each chapter is filled with practical strategies that elementary school teachers and principals can implement immediately to bring all students to success"--

Renee Rubin is an educational consultant specializing in literacy, ELLs, and family engagement. Previously, she taught elementary schools for 11 years and taught pre-service and in-service teachers at the University of Texas at Brownsville for 13 years.

Michelle H. Abrego is an associate professor at the University of Texas at Brownsville in the educational leadership program where she prepares principals and superintendents.

John A. Sutterby is an associate professor at the University of Texas at San Antonio in the area of early childhood education.