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Wignell, Edel, Comp. – Primary English Notes (PEN), 1986
A compendium of practical information about Australia's Writers/Illustrators in Schools programs, this booklet, compiled in consultation with authors, illustrators, and organizers, strives to smooth the way for both visitors and schools in the challenge of helping children to enjoy books and writing. Pertinent quotes from authors and artists who…
Descriptors: Authors, Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedBurger, Marilyn – Ohio Reading Teacher, 2000
Considers the origin and validity of phonemic awareness and why phonemic awareness is important. Discusses phonemic awareness in a balanced reading program, and teaching phonemic awareness. Suggests activities that promote phonemic awareness by using children's literature. Discusses assessment of student progress. Presents experiences with her…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Emergent Literacy, Phonemic Awareness
Oliver, Jim – 1984
Designed to encourage library use by Texas youth, the Texas Reading Club programs usually include a structured reading program and a variety of entertaining literature-related storyhours, puppet shows, films, and other attractive happenings. This handbook for the 1984 theme--"magical mysteries"--focuses on mysteries, magic, and adventure…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Commercial Art, Elementary Education, Fantasy
Phelan, Jody; Otstott, Michele – 1985
Designed to encourage Texas youth to maintain reading skill levels achieved at the end of the school year and to encourage library use during the summer months and throughout the year, the Texas Reading Club programs usually include a structured reading program and a variety of entertaining literature related storyhours, puppet shows, films, and…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Commercial Art, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Cooper, J. David – 2000
Written to help all teachers provide balanced literacy instruction for all students, this book provides strategies and sample lessons for both direct and indirect literacy instruction. Four complete pieces of literature are provided with updated sample lessons: "Jamaica Tag-Along"; "Mummies, Tombs, and Treasure"; "My Brown…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Childrens Literature, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Education
Hudelson, Sarah, Ed. – 1995
The handbook is designed as a practical reference for English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) teachers, curriculum developers, teacher trainers, and student teachers. It provides basic information on the background of ESL programs and current information on publications, standards, and special materials for elementary and secondary school ESL. It does…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Childrens Literature, Course Content, Curriculum Design
