Career Day

Career Day
Author: Anne Rockwell
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-01-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780063356887

A picture book classic from mom-and-daughter creators Anne and Lizzy Rockwell--helping kids begin to explore careers. On Career Day the children in Mrs. Madoff's class take turns introducing special visitors. Every visitor has something interesting to share, and together the class learns all about the different work people do, from writing books, to working in construction to being a veterinarian. In the fourth Mrs. Madoff book, Anne and Lizzy Rockwell revisit Mrs. Madoff's class as they help young readers explore the question "What do you want to be when you grow up?"

Marvelous Cornelius

Marvelous Cornelius
Author: Phil Bildner
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 45
Release: 2015-08-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1452136939

A man known as the "Trashcan Wizard" sings and dances his way through the French Quarter in New Orleans, keeping his beloved city clean, until Hurricane Katrina's devastation nearly causes him to lose his spirit.

Teaching Children's Literature

Teaching Children's Literature
Author: Christine Leland
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2013
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0415508665

Offers a fresh perspective on how to implement childrens literature across the curriculum in ways that are both effective and purposeful. It invites multiple ways of engaging with literature that extend beyond the genre and elements approach and also addresses potential problems or issues that teachers may confront.

Ten Mice for Tet

Ten Mice for Tet
Author: Pegi Deitz Shea
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 19
Release: 2016-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 145214110X

It's time for Tet! This vibrant, unique counting book introduces children to the rich traditions of the Vietnamese New Year. A playful village of mice lead young readers through the joyful celebration, as exquisitely embroidered illustrations recreate ten scenes of preparation, gift giving, feasting, and firework displays. With simple text followed by an informative afterword, Ten Mice for Tet is a joyful tribute to a special holiday.

Teach a Child to Read with Children's Books

Teach a Child to Read with Children's Books
Author: Mark Bruce Thogmartin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 228
Release: 1997
Genre: Education
ISBN:

This guide shows parents how to combine story reading, phonics, and writing to help their children develop into skilled and motivated readers. The guide discusses how to prepare children for reading success; how to use children's literature to promote learning and enjoyment; why combining book experiences and phonics is better than using either approach alone; ways to use writing to enhance children's reading progress; why reading aloud is important; and which books to use and where to find them. Chapters in the guide are: (1) "The 'Great Debate'"; (2) "Acquiring Language and Learning To Read"; (3) "Early Readers: What Can They Teach Us?"; (4) "What Works? One Successful Program"; (5) "Using 'Real Books' in Your Program"; (6) "Preparing for Formal Lessons"; (7) "Book Reading and Strategy Development"; (8) "Learning about Letters, Sounds, and Words"; (9) "Story Writing in the Reading Lesson"; and (10) "Putting It All Together: A Sample Lesson." Contains 79 references. Appendixes present a 600-item bibliography of children's trade books; a special note for Christian educators; and advice on establishing a tutoring project. (RS)

Child-sized History

Child-sized History
Author: Sara L. Schwebel
Publisher: Vanderbilt University Press
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2011
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0826517927

The classroom canon of young adult novels in historical context

What Shoes Will You Wear?

What Shoes Will You Wear?
Author: Julia Cook
Publisher: National Center for Youth Issues
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2014-10-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1937870987

You're never too young to dream about your future! Myrtle and Erytle are twins who don't look alike or act the same, but they do share one common love...SHOES! Their father uses their love of shoes to encourage the young twins to start thinking about future careers early. "Just start with what you know and love. Pick out your favorite shoe. What you wear on your feet when you walk down the street might help you decide what to do." This book is an excellent resource that will spark children's imaginations leading them to discover what they enjoy and want to become. "There's a job for every personality!" Several career options are discussed as they apply to the shoes typically worn in that profession. Career clusters are also presented. This book explores the necessary skills that are universal for any career choice such as responsibility, self-confidence, integrity, punctuality, and teamwork a fun, creative and detailed approach to career education!

Manjhi Moves a Mountain

Manjhi Moves a Mountain
Author: Nancy Churnin
Publisher: Creston Books
Total Pages: 19
Release: 2017
Genre: JUVENILE NONFICTION
ISBN: 1939547342

For 20 years, Dashrath Manjhi used a hammer and chisel, grit and determination to carve a path through the mountain separating his poor village from the nearby village with schools, markets, and a hospital. This inspirational story shows how everyone can make a difference if their heart is big enough. Full color.

Reading and Teaching with Diverse Nonfiction Children's Books

Reading and Teaching with Diverse Nonfiction Children's Books
Author: Thomas Crisp
Publisher: National Council of Teachers of English (Ncte)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780814139974

"Argues for the importance of including in K-8 classrooms high-quality diverse books that accurately and authentically represent the world students live in and explores the ways in which engaging with diverse nonfiction children's literature provides opportunities to counter constricted curricula and reposition the possibilities of pedagogical policies and mandates through centering the histories, lives, and cultures of historically marginalized and underrepresented people"--

The Ugly Vegetables

The Ugly Vegetables
Author: Grace Lin
Publisher: Charlesbridge
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2001-07-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1607340704

A little girl thinks her mother's garden is the ugliest in the neighborhood until she discovers that flowers might look and smell pretty but Chinese vegetable soup smells best of all. Includes a recipe.