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Talking about Books: Learning from Our Experience as Readers.

Authors :
Portalupi, JoAnn
Corgill, Ann Marie
McCorquodale, Gwen J.
Source :
Primary Voices K-6. Apr 1999 7(4):33-40.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Discusses what five teachers learned when they engaged in a literature discussion group to discuss children's books to develop themselves as writing teachers. Highlights the three layers of talk (emotional responses, exploring the meaning of the book, and exploring the writer's craft) and the role these play in the learning process. (SR)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1068-073X
Volume :
7
Issue :
4
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Primary Voices K-6
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ585526
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Opinion Papers<br />Reports - Descriptive