EDUC 233 Literacy Development through Children's Literature by Morgan Metz

Bibliotherapy: Wonder

1161020 — 2024-04-12 12:48:39 UTC

"August Pullman was born with a facial difference that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid—but his new classmates can’t get past Auggie’s extraordinary face. Beginning from Auggie’s point of view and expanding to include his classmates, his sister, her boyfriend, and others, the perspectives converge to form a portrait of one community’s struggle with empathy, compassion, and acceptance. In a world where bullying among young people is an epidemic, this is a refreshing new narrative full of heart and hope.
R.J. Palacio has called her debut novel “a meditation on kindness” —indeed, every reader will come away with a greater appreciation for the simple courage of friendship. Auggie is a hero to root for, a diamond in the rough who proves that you can’t blend in when you were born to stand out."

Caldecott Winner: The Polar Express

1161020 — 2024-04-12 12:52:59 UTC

"Late one Christmas Eve after the town has gone to sleep, the boy boards the mysterious train that waits for him: the Polar Express bound for the North Pole. When he arrives, Santa offers the boy any gift he desires. The boy modestly asks for one bell from the harness of the reindeer. The gift is granted. On the way home the bell is lost. On Christmas morning, the boy finds the bell under the tree. The mother of the boy admires the bell, but laments that it is broken—for you see, only believers can hear the sound of the bell."

Picture Book: Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that Type

1161020 — 2024-05-07 00:37:50 UTC

"Farmer Brown
has a problem.
His cows like to type.
All day long he hears
Click, clack, MOO.
Click, clack, MOO.
Clickety, clack, MOO.
But Farmer Brown's problems REALLY begin when his cows start leaving him notes....
Doreen Cronin's understated text and Betsy Lewin's expressive illustrations make the most of this hilarious situation. Come join the fun as a bunch of literate cows turn Farmer Brown's farm upside down."

Fantasy Book: Ruby the Red Fairy

1161020 — 2024-05-07 00:43:43 UTC

"Fairyland is home to seven colorful sisters. Together, they are the Rainbow Fairies! They keep Fairyland dazzling and bright. But when evil Jack Frost sends them far away, the sisters are in big trouble. If they don't return soon, Fairyland is doomed to be gray forever!
Rachel and Kirsty discover Ruby the Red Fairy in the pot at the end of the rainbow. Can they help find the rest of her Rainbow sisters . . . before it's too late?"

Multicultural Text: Mixed Me

1161020 — 2024-05-07 01:27:53 UTC

"Mom and Dad say I'm a blend of dark and light:
"We mixed you perfectly, and got you just right."
Mike has awesome hair. He has LOTS of energy! His parents love him. And Mike is a PERFECT blend of the two of them.
Still, Mike has to answer LOTS of questions about being mixed. And he does, with LOTS of energy and joy in this charming story about a day in the life of a mixed-race child."

Classical Children's Book: Stuart Little

1161020 — 2024-05-07 01:33:04 UTC

"Stuart Little is no ordinary mouse. Born to a family of humans, he lives in New York City with his parents, his older brother George, and Snowbell the cat. Though he's shy and thoughtful, he's also a true lover of adventure.
Stuart's greatest adventure comes when his best friend, a beautiful little bird named Margalo, disappears from her nest. Determined to track her down, Stuart ventures away from home for the very first time in his life. He finds adventure aplenty. But will he find his friend?"

Non-fiction Book: Grace Hopper: Queen of Computer Code

1161020 — 2024-05-07 01:39:02 UTC

"Who was Grace Hopper?
A software tester, workplace jester, cherished mentor, ace inventor, avid reader, naval leader—AND rule breaker, chance taker, and troublemaker. Acclaimed picture book author Laurie Wallmark (Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine) once again tells the riveting story of a trailblazing woman. Grace Hopper coined the term “computer bug” and taught computers to “speak English.” Throughout her life, Hopper succeeded in doing what no one had ever done before. Delighting in difficult ideas and in defying expectations, the insatiably curious Hopper truly was “Amazing Grace” . . . and a role model for science- and math-minded girls and boys."

Book of Poetry: Where the Sidewalk Ends

1161020 — 2024-05-07 01:41:56 UTC

"You'll meet a boy who turns into a TV set, and a girl who eats a whale. The Unicorn and the Bloath live there, and so does Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout who will not take the garbage out. It is a place where you wash your shadow and plant diamond gardens, a place where shoes fly, sisters are auctioned off, and crocodiles go to the dentist.

Shel Silverstein's masterful collection of poems and drawings stretches the bounds of imagination and will be cherished by readers of all ages. This is a collection that belongs on everyone's bookshelf. Makes a great gift for special occasions such as holidays, birthdays, and graduation."

Fable Book: The Cat in the Hat

1161020 — 2024-05-07 16:27:50 UTC

"The story begins as an unnamed boy who is the narrator of the book sits alone with his sister Sally in their house on a cold and rainy day, staring wistfully out the window. Then they hear a loud bump which is quickly followed by the arrival of the Cat in the Hat, a tall anthropomorphic cat in a red-and-white-striped top hat and a red bow tie, who proposes to entertain the children with some tricks that he knows. The children's pet fish refuses, insisting that the Cat should leave (namely because their mother would be upset that they are talking to a stranger who has no permission to be in the house and is, therefore, trespassing)."

Favorite Book: The Rescue Princesses: The Secret Promise

1161020 — 2024-05-07 16:35:00 UTC

"These are no ordinary princesses--they're Rescue Princesses!
Princess Emily sometimes wishes that being a princess meant more than wearing fancy dresses and performing endless curtsies. She longs for a life-changing adventure-and she may just get one!
Someone is plotting to hurt the deer who live in beautiful Mistberg Forest. Together with some new friends, Emily will have to use her smarts, her savvy, and even some newfound ninja skills to save them."

Vocabulary Development Activity: Crossword with Vocab Words

1161020 — 2024-05-07 21:06:33 UTC

Crosswords are a good way for students to practice their vocabulary words. Teachers can use a crossword generator for the crossword. The definitions should be the ones that students are learning so students effectively learn the vocabulary words with their accurate definitions. Students will read the definition and can self-check because all of the words have to fit in the crossword.

Literacy Resource: Reading Rockets

1161020 — 2024-05-07 21:50:26 UTC

"Reading Rockets is a national public media literacy initiative offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help. They bring the best research-based strategies to teachers, parents, administrators, librarians, childcare providers, and anyone supporting a young child to become a skilled reader."

Classroom Reading Corner

1161020 — 2024-05-07 22:06:37 UTC

I want my classroom library to be a cozy spot where students can enjoy a nice read. I hope this can be a safe place for students to feel they do not have to worry about anything except the magic place the book will take them.

Literacy Genre: Realistic Fiction

1161020 — 2024-05-07 23:36:22 UTC

The presentation educates people on the genre of Realistic Fiction. It explains the characteristics, values, popular authors and texts, controversial aspects, multicultural selections, methods for evaluating the genre, how to use the genre to promote literacy in the classroom and a realistic fiction activity.

Anchor Chart

1161020 — 2024-05-07 23:55:37 UTC

"An anchor chart is a tool used to support instruction. As you teach a lesson, you create a chart, together with your students, that captures the most important content and relevant strategies. Anchor charts build a culture of literacy in the classroom by making thinking—both the teacher’s and students’—visible."

My anchor chart is about 'What a CVC chart'. I include what a CVC word is: a 3-letter word, with 2 consonants and 1 short vowel. I have all of the consonants and vowels sorted in their appropriate category with 2 additional examples.