{"product_id":"teaching-with-childrens-literature-theory-to-practice-9781462547227","title":"Teaching with Children's Literature: Theory to Practice","description":"\u003cb\u003ePerhaps no factor has a greater influence on children's literacy learning than exposure to engaging, authentic, culturally relevant texts. \u003c\/b\u003eThis concise practitioner resource and course text helps K-8 teachers make informed choices about using children's literature in their classrooms, from selecting high-quality texts to planning instruction and promoting independent reading. The authors present relevant theories (such as reader response and culturally responsive pedagogy) and show how to apply them in practice. Key topics include teaching narrative and expository texts, tapping into students' individual interests, and conducting text-based writing activities and discussions. Every chapter features case examples, reflection questions, and learning activities for teachers; appendices list exemplary children's literature. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMargaret Vaughn, PhD, is Professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Washington State University. She teaches in the program areas of Research and Literacy, Language, and Technology. As a former classroom teacher, Dr. Vaughn recognizes the valuable role of teacher input and decision making in policy and practice and supports efforts to develop equity-focused learning environments. She is an advocate for student agency and developing equitable schools across the nation. Her award-winning research addresses issues of teacher practice and contemporary educational issues. Dr. Vaughn is coeditor of \u003ci\u003ePrinciples of Effective Literacy Instruction, Grades K-5\u003c\/i\u003e, and coauthor of \u003ci\u003eAccelerating Learning Recovery for All Students\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTeaching with Children's Literature\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Dixie D. Massey, PhD, is a lecturer at Seattle Pacific University, where she teaches courses in literacy development and teacher preparation. Dr. Massey is coauthor of several curriculum books and series. She has published her research in leading journals of literacy research and practice.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Guilford Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50682168541458,"sku":"9781462547227","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_4746e6e1-c912-499d-9d3a-256e15a2f2ec.jpg?v=1733965538","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/teaching-with-childrens-literature-theory-to-practice-9781462547227","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}