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Norton, Donna E. – Language Arts, 1982
Discusses procedures for selecting literature reflecting the subtopics of a specific theme. (HTH)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Language Arts

Crook, Patricia R.; Lehman, Barbara A. – Language Arts, 1991
Offers connections and resources about how to build a literature-based curriculum that goes beyond just the use of fiction. Provides an annotated list of 90 books on the topics of the cycle of seasons, weather cycles, cycles of the universe, and life cycles to use in connecting fiction and nonfiction. (MG)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Childrens Literature, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
McElmeel, Sharron L. – 2002
Intended for use by teachers in preschool through intermediate grade classrooms, library media specialists, and other educators, this book presents 26 literature frameworks that involve students in reading and sharing literature in connection with thematic units. Each framework suggests books and literature-related materials to coincide with…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
Irwin, Martha – Elementary English, 1974
Descriptors: Books, Budgets, Childrens Literature, Curriculum Development
McElmeel, Sharron L. – 1997
Intended for use by teachers in preschool through intermediate grade classrooms, library media specialists, and other educators, this book presents 26 literature frameworks that involve students in reading and sharing literature in connection with thematic units. Each framework suggests books and literature-related materials to coincide with…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education

Bass, Jo Ann F.; Bass, Randall V.; Towery, Ronald W. – Rural Educator, 1997
Outlines general steps in designing a literature-based thematic unit: selecting a theme, determining unit length, identifying concepts, locating resources, brainstorming and sequencing class activities, and planning for evaluation. Presents a planning chart and a sample unit for elementary grades developed around the theme of life in the rural…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
McQuade, Molly – Book Links, 1998
Discusses the picture books of Leo Lionni and describes how Vivian Gussin Paley, a Chicago elementary school teacher, used his books for an entire year's curriculum in her kindergarten class. Highlights include children's engagement with literature, and other learning activities based on the books. (LRW)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
Lewison, Mitzi – 1994
The GALAXY Classroom, developed as a nation-wide reform effort, was designed to make a significant positive difference in the educational lives of elementary school students who have traditionally been labeled "at-risk." As part of a 2-year demonstration and research phase, 39 elementary schools across the United States (and one school…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Classroom Environment, Cooperative Learning, Curriculum Development
Raphael, Taffy E., Ed.; Au, Kathryn H., Ed. – 1998
Making a case for the value of literature-based instruction, this book presents an overview of the extensive knowledge base supporting literature-based approaches to literacy instruction. It notes that literature-based instruction goes beyond simply changing the kinds of texts children read--also required in literature-based instruction are an…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Literacy

Krey, DeAn M. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1995
Asserts that the thematic approach used in the National Council for the Social Studies national standards marks a fresh era of thought in social studies instruction. Maintains that the strands can serve as a framework for social studies curriculum development and effective classroom learning experiences. (CFR)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Change
Walley, Carl W.; Walley, Kate – 1995
Based on the premise that viewing the curriculum holistically enriches the instructional practices of teachers and adds depth and meaning to children's school experiences, this guide is intended to: (1) encourage teachers who have doubts about using literature in their content area classes; (2) support those presently using literature to teach;…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Content Area Writing, Curriculum Development

Edwards, Patricia A.; And Others – Reading Teacher, 1991
Discusses, through the reflections of three educators, the need to address cultural diversity in the reading curriculum and the importance of using strategies consistent with an emergent literacy perspective throughout the early childhood years. (MG)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Cultural Differences, Curriculum Development, Early Childhood Education

Porter, Priscilla H. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1995
Maintains that the development of national standards provides resources for social studies curriculum development. Discusses the theme of continuity and change and asserts that elementary students can understand chronology. Provides a bibliographic essay and a list of nine recommended children's books and six teacher resources. (CFR)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Change

Smith, J. Lea; Johnson, Holly A. – Social Studies, 1995
Asserts that the use of multiethnic adolescent literature can help teachers create meaningful learning opportunities to explore diverse perspectives. Recommends the use of thematic literature studies and provides a framework model. Includes four multidisciplinary cognitive maps and a bibliography. (CFR)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Childrens Literature, Content Area Reading, Cross Cultural Training

Sing, Sandie – Social Studies Review, 1996
Provides a quick and personal overview of the trends in education and literacy over the last 25 years. Outlines a teaching strategy that has borrowed something from each of the trends. The approach combines cooperative learning with interdisciplinary language arts stations and social studies. (MJP)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Curriculum Development, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education
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