Teaching with Children's Literature: Theory to Practice

Teaching with Children's Literature: Theory to Practice
ISBN-10
1462547222
ISBN-13
9781462547227
Category
Education
Pages
178
Language
English
Published
2021-09-28
Publisher
Guilford Publications
Authors
Margaret Vaughn, Dixie D. Massey

Description

Perhaps no factor has a greater influence on children’s literacy learning than exposure to engaging, authentic, culturally relevant texts. This concise practitioner resource and course text helps K–8 teachers make informed choices about using children's literature in their classrooms, from selecting high-quality texts to planning instruction and promoting independent reading. The authors present relevant theories (such as reader response and culturally responsive pedagogy) and show how to apply them in practice. Key topics include teaching narrative and expository texts, tapping into students' individual interests, and conducting text-based writing activities and discussions. Every chapter features case examples, reflection questions, and learning activities for teachers; appendices list exemplary children’s literature.

Other editions

Similar books