ETRA! EXRA! - READ ALL ABOUT IT! YES THE EMPHASIS IS ON READ. BECAUSE READING IS SO BASIC TO EDUCATION AND THE NEWSPAPER IS SUCH AN INTEGRAL PART OF OUR SOCIETY, THE TWO COMBINE TO CREATE AN EFFECTIVE WINNING VEHICLE OF INSTRUCTION.RESEARCH REVEALS THAT 94 PERCENT OF THE LITERATE ADULTS IN THE U. S. READ THE NEWSPAPER. THE PUBLIC INCLUDES AN AGE RANGE OF 16 YEARS AND OLDER, A BROAD CROSS SECTION OF MEN AND WOMEN, OCCUPATIONS, AND LEVELS OF EDUCATION. THIS PROFILE HAS EXISTED FOR THE PAST 50 YEARS.OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM THE CHILDREN ARE CONSTANTLY BOMBARDED BY THE MEDIA. WHETHER WE LIKE IT OR NOT, WHETHER THE CURRICULUM OR THE TEACHER'S MANUAL PROVIDES FOR IT-WE ARE THRUST INTO THE MEDIA ARENA. WE LEAVE THE STANDS AS SPECTATORS AND SUDDENLY ENTER THE ARENA AS PARTICIPANTS IN LOCAL AND WORLD AFFAIRS. WE ARE THERE-ON THE SCENE-WITH THE REPORTER!STUDENTS INTERNALIZE THE NEWS IN A DEEPER DIMENSION WHEN THEY SEE IT, WHEN THEY HEAR IT, AND WHEN THEY TALK ABOUT IT. IT IS THEN THAT A FULL RANGE OF LEARNING TAKES PLACE. THROUGH THE USE OF THE NEWSPAPER THE TEACHER CAN MOTIVATE STUDENTS AND EFFECTIVELY TEACH THE BASIC SKILLS.THE NEWSPAPER IS INTRODUCED IN THIS BOOK AS AN INSTRUCTIONAL AID, A VEHICLE FOR CRITICAL AND ANALYTICAL THINKING AND A RESOURCE FOR CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT.THE TEACHER CAN USE THE DIVERSIFIED NEWSPAPER ACTIVITIES IN THIS BOOK TO PREPARE A VARIETY OF LESSONS AND UNITS FOR STUDENTS. THE LESSONS CAN BE CHANGED AND/OR ADAPTED TO DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS AND GRADE LEVELS. THIS BOOK CAN ALSO BECOME A CATALYST FOR THE TEACHER'S OWN CREATIVE IDEAS AND INSPIRTAITON.THE DAILY NEWSPAPER IN EDUCATION IS A NATURAL. SCHOOLS USE BOOKS, TV, FILMS, AV TAPES AND OTHER COSTLY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES. BUT WHY NOT WELCOME THE LEAST COSTLY AND MOST VERSATILE INFORMATION SOURCE OF ALL-THE NEWSPAPER, WHICH IS A LIVING TEXTBOOK. FINALLY IT DOESN'T WEIGH TOO MUCH, IT DOESN'T COST TOO MUCH AND IF YOU LOSE THIS COMPENDIUM OF LEARNING, THERE IS ANOTHER AVAILABLE TOMORROW.

Extra! Extra! Read All About It

Lipson, Greta Barclay

Greenberg, Bernice N.

Good Apple

Audacious Poetry

Literature & Fiction

Poetry

100 productive activities for teachers and parents Recommended for grades 4-8 but can be adapted for youner children

More Fast Ideas for Busy Teachers: One Hundred Productive Activities for Teachers, Substitutes, and Parents

Kropa, Susan

Funny & insightful--a look at the enduring bond between humans & dogs as they walk the rocky road of life together, hand in paw. Strikes a chord in the hearts of all dedicated dog lovers. Thirty waggish illustrations. Written in doggerel by Greta B. Lipson, Associate Professor Emeritus of the University of Michigan where she taught Literature for Children & Young Adults. Honored by the Michigan Association of Governing Boards as distinguished Faculty Member for Extraordinary Contributions to Michigan Higher Education. Has authored & co-authored 15 books for teachers & parents: *THE SCOOP ON FROGS & PRINCES: Newspaper Commentaries; * AUDACIOUS POETRY: Reflections on Adolescence; * TALES WITH A TWIST: Ethical Dilemmas; * EVERYDAY LAW FOR YOUNG CITIZENS; * ROMEO & JULIET PLAINSPOKEN; * FAMOUS FABLES FOR LITTLE TROUPERS; * A BOOK FOR ALL SEASONS; * FAST IDEAS FOR BUSY TEACHERS; * ETHNIC PRIDE; * MIGHTY MYTH; * EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT; * CALLIOPE; * FACT, FANTASY & FOLKLORE. Available Good Apple Publisher, Carthage, IL, 1-800-435-7234. Distributed by Publishers Distribution Service, Grawn, MI, 1-800-345-0096.

Leash on Love

Children's Books

Barclay Books

Introduce and amplify the meaning and spirit of self-respect with an entertaining array of materials. In this lively collection of stories, engaging follow-up activities, and discussions, the concept of self-esteem is presented through literature, creating a safe and motivational context.

Self-Esteem

Lorenz Educational Press

Make it easy and fun for your students to write with these imaginative activities. Includes examples of writing for suggested topics, ideas for discussion, ways to encourage ongoing student-generated ideas, a wide range of writing opportunities in all genres from fiction to nonfiction and more.

Getting Kids to Write!

Reference

Lipson Ed.D., Greta Barclay

Writing, Research & Publishing Guides

Students will not only enjoy reading these tales of mystery, danger, comedy and humor; they'll also learn a lot from them. Included are discussion questions, creative suggestions for improvisation, role play and writing, and opportunities for students to write their opinions and feelings about each tale. Each story has a surprise ending and will get students discussing and expressing their viewpoints to answer some difficult questions. The author says literature captures the essence of human behavior. As students read and discuss the tales in this book, that illustrate a variety of human behaviors, they will learn to ask and answer questions, assess information, consider other people's viewpoints, make decisions and set standards for ethical behavior.

Two Sides to Every Story: Ethics, Dilemmas and Points of View. Discussion, Writing, Improvisation. Grades 5-9

Education & Reference

Teaching & Learning Company

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