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Peer reviewedFromherz, Robin Wright – Reading Teacher, 2003
Considers how the concept of Traveling Literacy Trunk was designed to reach all corners of the state of Oregon with compelling, student-centered, developmentally appropriate writing activities that could be shared with teaching professionals. Outlines 12 steps for developing a Traveling Literacy Trunk. Describes many benefits of the Literacy…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Elementary Education, Instructional Innovation, Literacy
Peer reviewedNolan, Elizabeth A.; Berry, Martha – Reading Teacher, 1993
Discusses how a fourth-grade language arts teacher (who had moved from basal instruction to a program based on students' selection of literature) used "circle discussions" to satisfy, in part, the accountability concerns of parents and administrators. Notes that these discussions of literature among the students became an integral part…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Intermediate Grades, Language Arts
Peer reviewedSamway, Katharine Davies; And Others – Reading Teacher, 1991
Shares insights into how literature study circles helped group members make connections between their lives and themes in books and influenced students' perceptions of themselves as readers in a culturally diverse world. (MG)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Discussion Groups, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedMorrice, Connie; Simmons, Maureen – Reading Teacher, 1991
Describes a cross-age reading program used to refine and extend the whole language and process writing goals that are part of the school curriculum plan. Discusses the observation of students and evaluation strategies. (MG)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Classroom Techniques, Cross Age Teaching, Elementary Education
