Book Bridges for ESL StudentsBook Bridges for ESL Students
Using Young Adult and Children's Literature to Teach ESL
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Book, 2002
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Current format, Book, 2002, , Available . Offered in 0 more formatsProvides book titles and commentary that aid in teaching ESL students, showing how each title, ranging from fiction to nonfiction and from history to science, is appropriate for the instruction of children in all age groups.
Reid teaches courses in literature for young adults and children, and English as a second language (ESL), at Emory & Henry College in Appalachian Virginia. In this text she provides practical information on the use of young adult and children's literature to teach ESL students in classroom and tutor settings. Coverage includes basic principles of teaching ESL students; a rationale for using literature in the ESL classroom; using a single work of literature for various activities; the use of picture books for basic-level learners; using fiction and nonfiction works to teach history, math and science; using multicultural literature; and teaching special populations (such as children of migrant workers). Includes a bibliography of recommended literature for children and young adults. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Books written for children or teens can serve as a valuable teaching tool for language — attractive illustrations and easy vocabulary deal with familiar situations, so that language is acquired easily and the students maintain a high degree of interest. Book Bridges is a complete teaching resource, replete with activities, suggested materials for classroom use, and lesson plans. Reid has carefully reviewed and recommended dozens of audience-appropriate books, for which she provides practice exercises and thought-provoking assignments. Lesson plans address the needs of an entire class or can be tailored for the small group or individual tutoring session. Every teacher needs this guide in his or her teacher's toolbox!
Reid teaches courses in literature for young adults and children, and English as a second language (ESL), at Emory & Henry College in Appalachian Virginia. In this text she provides practical information on the use of young adult and children's literature to teach ESL students in classroom and tutor settings. Coverage includes basic principles of teaching ESL students; a rationale for using literature in the ESL classroom; using a single work of literature for various activities; the use of picture books for basic-level learners; using fiction and nonfiction works to teach history, math and science; using multicultural literature; and teaching special populations (such as children of migrant workers). Includes a bibliography of recommended literature for children and young adults. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Books written for children or teens can serve as a valuable teaching tool for language — attractive illustrations and easy vocabulary deal with familiar situations, so that language is acquired easily and the students maintain a high degree of interest. Book Bridges is a complete teaching resource, replete with activities, suggested materials for classroom use, and lesson plans. Reid has carefully reviewed and recommended dozens of audience-appropriate books, for which she provides practice exercises and thought-provoking assignments. Lesson plans address the needs of an entire class or can be tailored for the small group or individual tutoring session. Every teacher needs this guide in his or her teacher's toolbox!
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- Lanham, Md. : Scarecrow Press, 2002.
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