In this practical book, the author encourages teachers to make more use of picture books in the language and literacy curriculum of the primary classroom. He suggests that picture books can be of immense value to teachers concerned with the development of childrens literacy by making activities both purposeful and pleasurable. He argues that far from being mere illustrations, pictures are an integral part of the storytelling process.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Chapman Publishing, Paul
ISBN-10
1853961442
ISBN-13
9781853961441
eBay Product ID (ePID)
259758
Product Key Features
Author
Stuart Marriott
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Early Childhood (Incl. Preschool & Kindergarten), Curricula, Elementary
Publication Year
1991
Type
Textbook
Genre
Education
Number of Pages
160 Pages
Dimensions
Item Weight
8 Oz
Additional Product Features
Lc Classification Number
Z1037.A1
Publication Name
Picture Books in the Primary School Classroom
Table of Content
PART ONE: PICTURE BOOKS AND THE PRIMARY CLASSROOMWhy Use Picture Books?Picture Books and Becoming a ReaderChoosing Picture BooksUsing Picture Books The Home and the SchoolUsing Picture Books The School and the ClassroomActivities with Picture Books PART TWO: REVIEWS(Some of) The Best Picture BooksPicture Books for Beginning ReadingPicture Books for Developing ReadingPicture Books for Extending ReadingPicture Books for Independent Reading