Product Description
Genres of Literature provides an exciting standards-based approach to reading, writing, and oral communications in the language arts classroom for middle school students. This book includes a myriad of reproducible and hands-on activities that promote a deep understanding and appreciation of a variety of genres. There are strategies for read-alouds, reading and writing journals, sustained silent reading, large and small group discussion guidelines, and conferencing ideas. Students at this level will be able to make real-life connections to the literature they read and create while teachers meet the National Council of English Teacher's standards in a fun and approachable format. A variety of genres are included with emphasis on student selection. Bloom's Taxonomy is incorporated throughout. Supports Reading Next/Adolescent Literacy Initiatives.
