Literature Is Back!: Using the Best Books for Teaching Readers and Writers Across Genres

About this book

Organized by genre (picture books traditional literature modern fantasy historical fi ction realistic fi ction poetry and nonfiction) this book places quality childrens literature at the heart of literacy teaching. The authors defi ne each genre and its values for use with students; identify exemplary texts; and provide practical engaging research-based lessons that teach specific literacy strategies and skills to both primary and intermediate grade students.