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In todayâs world of being able to find answers at the click of a button, students need to learn how to grapple with complex concepts. But when is that struggle actually productive, and when is it just frustrating or discouraging? In this important book, bestselling author Barbara R. Blackburn shows how to help elementary students tackle hard topics in ways that will truly aid their learning.

Youâll learn how productive struggle is connected to intrinsic motivation, and how to scaffold instruction so youâre not just throwing students into the deep end. Youâll also find out how to pick the appropriate level of struggle, and how to scaffold learning for students. Throughout, there are tons of practical charts, rubrics, and examples across subject areas, along with reflection questions to help you apply what youâve learned. Bonus: Each chapter has a QR code that takes you to related videos and additional tools.

With this highly-practical guide, youâll be able to help students enjoy the fulfillment, confidence, and growth that comes with working through a challenging learning process.

Productive Struggle in the K5 Classroom

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    A Paperback by Barbara R. Blackburn

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis
      Imprint Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Published 8 April 2026
      ISBN-13 9781041154563
      978-1041154563

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      In todayâs world of being able to find answers at the click of a button, students need to learn how to grapple with complex concepts. But when is that struggle actually productive, and when is it just frustrating or discouraging? In this important book, bestselling author Barbara R. Blackburn shows how to help elementary students tackle hard topics in ways that will truly aid their learning.

      Youâll learn how productive struggle is connected to intrinsic motivation, and how to scaffold instruction so youâre not just throwing students into the deep end. Youâll also find out how to pick the appropriate level of struggle, and how to scaffold learning for students. Throughout, there are tons of practical charts, rubrics, and examples across subject areas, along with reflection questions to help you apply what youâve learned. Bonus: Each chapter has a QR code that takes you to related videos and additional tools.

      With this highly-practical guide, youâll be able to help students enjoy the fulfillment, confidence, and growth that comes with working through a challenging learning process.

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