CLASSROOM LIBRARY COLLECTION
Rachael Potter
Daytona State College
Author Note: This paper was prepared for LAE 4314 Children’s Literature taught by Dr. Betty Green. As a DSC Falcon, I give my word that this work is my own and that I have neither given nor received unauthorized help.
Abstract
This paper presents a collection of books for the 1st grade classroom. A theme and standard were chosen along with seven books fitting into different literary genres. The pre-service teacher gives a synopsis of each book as well as her reasoning behind choosing the book.
Key Words: Diversity, culture, ESOL, acceptance
CLASSROOM LIBRARY COLLECTION
Theme and Literacy Connections The content theme of this collection of books is based …show more content…
M. (2005). The Skin You Live In. Chicago Children’s …show more content…
(1996). Coming to America: The Story of Immigration. Scholastic Press.
Main reasoning for choosing book: The pre-service teacher felt this book a great addition to this collection. Students know that people move to America from other countries but do they know what that process entails?
Synopsis of story / book: The book explores the evolving history of immigration to the U.S. -- a long saga about people searching for religious and political freedom, safety, and prosperity.
Relevance to theme and benefit to the reader’s understanding of topic: Being born and raised in America means that most grow up without knowing the stress and frustration of immigrating to a new world. This book is very insightful!
Excerpt (example): "Instead of finding freedom, these Africans lost theirs" (Talking about the African Slave Trade)
Center Application of Text Strategies
Description of Center Activity: “Comprehension: Retell Wheel” Students will retell a story.
ELL / ESOL Applications: ELL/ESOL students will be given more time or asked to draw a picture of things they remembered from the
Rachael Potter
Daytona State College
Author Note: This paper was prepared for LAE 4314 Children’s Literature taught by Dr. Betty Green. As a DSC Falcon, I give my word that this work is my own and that I have neither given nor received unauthorized help.
Abstract
This paper presents a collection of books for the 1st grade classroom. A theme and standard were chosen along with seven books fitting into different literary genres. The pre-service teacher gives a synopsis of each book as well as her reasoning behind choosing the book.
Key Words: Diversity, culture, ESOL, acceptance
CLASSROOM LIBRARY COLLECTION
Theme and Literacy Connections The content theme of this collection of books is based …show more content…
M. (2005). The Skin You Live In. Chicago Children’s …show more content…
(1996). Coming to America: The Story of Immigration. Scholastic Press.
Main reasoning for choosing book: The pre-service teacher felt this book a great addition to this collection. Students know that people move to America from other countries but do they know what that process entails?
Synopsis of story / book: The book explores the evolving history of immigration to the U.S. -- a long saga about people searching for religious and political freedom, safety, and prosperity.
Relevance to theme and benefit to the reader’s understanding of topic: Being born and raised in America means that most grow up without knowing the stress and frustration of immigrating to a new world. This book is very insightful!
Excerpt (example): "Instead of finding freedom, these Africans lost theirs" (Talking about the African Slave Trade)
Center Application of Text Strategies
Description of Center Activity: “Comprehension: Retell Wheel” Students will retell a story.
ELL / ESOL Applications: ELL/ESOL students will be given more time or asked to draw a picture of things they remembered from the