Intended for a wide range of educators, from early childhood through higher education, this book presents a model of classroom instruction based on recent research in education and neuroscience. Hardiman (interdisciplinary studies, the Johns Hopkins U. School of Education) begins with plain-language explanations of concepts from the fields of neuroscience, cognitive science, and the emerging field of neuroeducation. The author counters several popular neuro-myths in education, such as 'teachers should teach to each child's learning style,' with facts and insights from current research in areas such as brain plasticity, the roles of emotion and stress in learning, and creativity. The author then describes the model's six elements, including emotional connection to learning, the physical environment, and teaching for application of knowledge. Each of these chapters reviews related science and presents pedagogical strategies. The book's two-color layout features examples of student work, instructions for classroom projects and activities, and the voices of real teachers from all levels. An appendix aligns brain-targeted teaching with cognitive taxonomies and teaching standards. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)