Most teachers understand the importance of teaching children to read and write informational text.
But how do they do it effectively? And in a way that is truly engaging? Nell K.
Duke has the answer.
With this book, she shows teachers how to build skills in reading and writing major informational text typesinformative/explanatory, procedural/how-to, persuasive, nonfiction narrative, and biographicalthrough project-based instruction.
Children read and write for real purposes and real audiences on topics that matter to them.
In the process, they make a difference in the world.
Drawing from the latest research, Duke explains how to design and carry out instruction, providing a blueprint for developing project-based units from start to finishunits that move children through a logical progression of phases: Project Launch, Reading and Research, Writing and Research, Revision and Editing, and Presentation and Celebration.
Packed with clear, precise connections to Common Core State Standards, classroom-tested teaching ideas, and the work of practicing teachers and their students, this book will become an essential resource for years to come.
For use with Grades K-5.
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