An examination of literacy in relation to a wide range of new technology and media, especially talking books, email, video dating, interactive multimedia and on-line materials. In each case, the writers draw on state-of-the-art research to explain the implications for educational practice and policy. In the process, they show the need for "joined ...
As part of the Contemporary Studies in Children's Literature series, this book analyses the fictional portrayal of the child as a part of the family. It examines the literary representation of the modern family, the place of the child within the family and implications for concepts of childhood.
50 SHARED TEXTS is a series of anthologies for shared reading - one title for each year. Each title contains 50 photocopiable extracts covering the year-appropriate range of fiction, non-fiction and poetry. Each extract is supported by teacher's notes and an annotated mini-version of each extract to show how it can be worked in the lesson. ...
Myths, legends, folk tales, fables, trickster stories, humourous stories, adventure stories, mystery stories, historical stories, fantasy, science fiction, stories with familiar settings, stories that raise issues ...all kinds of complete stories for Literacy and reading for pleasure. Chosen by an expert in the use of children's literature in the ...
Enthralling readers with books like "The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" and "Treasure Island", Robert Louis Stevenson is an enduring force in the world of fiction. This book presents three-week study plans with activities that should encourage children to: analyze features of text, concentrating on selected extracts; clarify their ideas by ...
This is a thoroughly modern series looking at all aspects of different styles of dance, including choreography, performance and presentation, history, costumes, and music.The stunning design and beautiful photography offer a cultural perspective on dance. It promotes an alternative to traditional sports subjects that will appeal particularly to ...
This book is based on the belief that deep subject knowledge of language and literature provides a foundation for effective teaching and learning. It provides a comprehensive guide to the range of genres and characteristic features of English language fiction written for children. It will help readers to: o develop their understanding of ...
Following the successful format of FAVOURITE WRITERS, this book provides short introductions to the life and work of some the best-known classic children's writers from around the world, from Lewis Carroll to Tolkein, and Frances Hodgson Burnett to E B White. Introducing key writers whose contribution to literature is unquestioned, the book ...
Guiding Reading will help all teachers in England understand what is involved in guided reading and will dispel common misunderstandings. This book explains development and reading processes and preferences in children aged 7 to 11, and gives the rationale for guided reading. It explains clearly how teachers can organize their classrooms, their ...
This is a new title from the best-selling "Read & Respond" series. It offers differentiation advice and assessment guidance. It features plot, character and setting, speaking and listening activities. It includes guided reading notes and texts for shared reading. It also features extended writing projects.
This is a new title from the best-selling "Read & Respond" series. It includes differentiation advice and assessment guidance. It contains plot, character and setting, speaking and listening activities. It also includes guided reading notes and texts for shared reading. It features extended writing projects.
Part of new "Read and Respond", "Tom's Midnight Garden" provides teachers with all the resources they need to teach this classic children's story. Notes and activities reflect the way that teachers teach now and include shared texts, guided reading notes, reading activities, speaking and listening activities, writing projects and assessment ...
The "Literacy Hour Units" series aims to resource that part of the National Literacy Strategy that calls for shared and guided group reading of a common text within the structure of the Literacy Hour framework. Using selected titles from the Scholastic Children's Book list, the series provides multiple copies of the books for group reading, along ...
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