By observing the deep study of one book, teachers will learn how to explore any text with a greater appreciation for and understanding of author's craft, which they can use to support students' development as writers. Fifteen ready-to-use mini-lessons introduce students to techniques and literary elements they can use to craft their own writing. On an accompanying DVD, the author explains how writers work with both audible and visual craft. The DVD also includes downloadable forms and guidelines teachers can use with their students to explore writer's craft. For use with Grades K–5.
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This review is from: Cracking Open the Author's Craft: Teaching the Art of Writing (Theory and Practice in Action) (Spiral-bound)
Wow! This is a fabulous resource for teachers. Comes with dvd of suggestions for teachers, resources to download (when dvd is used in computer), video of Lester reading Saturdays and Teacakes, video of Lester giving commentary about why he chose to use certain craft techniques and language. It really helps students see that the craft of writing is purposeful. My students tried many of his craft techniques as a result.
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There has never been an instructional book better than this one! Lester really created a fabulous guide for teachers to help them to teach author's craft to their students. He actually teaches you how to use this book with your students. The DVD is awesome and explains things very well. I highly suggest purchasing his book Saturdays and Teacakes as well.
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The Author's Craft was a great resource to use with our students that are taking the state writing test. It has many wonderful lessons that can easily be taught to students. It also includes a DVD so that kids can see the author and hear him read one of his books. Lester Laminack also talks to the students about different ways that he uses words/strategies in his writing. I would recommend it for every school! B. Clary, Principal
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Notice the Craft, Katie Wood Ray, Theory Let, Donald Murray, Explore Other Authors Can, Judy Love, Brian Collier, The Recess Queen Written, Cynthia Rylant Illustrated, Mem Fox, George Baker Written, Amy Hest Illustrated, Laminack Illustrated, Jill Kastner, Alexis O'Neill Illustrated, Laura Huliska-Beith Browse Sample Pages:
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difficulty imagining work, share some possibilities, writing your students, visual craft, help your work, anchor texts, craft move, next revision, craft study Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Notice the Craft, Katie Wood Ray, Theory Let, Donald Murray, Explore Other Authors Can, Judy Love, Brian Collier, The Recess Queen Written, Cynthia Rylant Illustrated, Mem Fox, George Baker Written, Amy Hest Illustrated, Laminack Illustrated, Jill Kastner, Alexis O'Neill Illustrated, Laura Huliska-Beith Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Surprise Me!
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