Course+Info+and+Assignments


 * Course Syllabus**


 * Course Calendar**

__**Course Assignments**__


 * 1. Course Contributions (5 pts. each) **

(see course calendar for description and link to example)
 * __My Top 5 Most Important Books paper;__ **

Because you will want to expose your students to far more books than you have time to read aloud, book talking is a great way to introduce and promote interest in books. The book talk can be done when you are ready. Please give one week’s notice so that I may schedule you in to that day’s class activities. Follow the following guidelines for how to give a book talk:
 * __Book Talk__ **
 * Choose a book you have read and enjoyed that you think children will also enjoy, especially one they might not ordinarily know about or choose on their own.
 * Write down what you want to say; always state the author and illustrator.
 * Don’t tell the whole story or give away the ending, but tell enough to generate interest.
 * You may read a portion aloud that you believe may “hook” the readers.
 * Show key pictures/illustrations if applicable.
 * You will not be able to use cue cards or notes so be sure to rehearse.
 * Maintain eye contact and voice level with the audience.

You will choose a book to read aloud and make an appointment to read it to me during office hours. Practice reading it aloud using the right pacing, intonation, expression, and voice level. There are many read alouds available as podcasts and videos; you may want to listen to professionals read aloud for pointers.
 * __Read Aloud__ **

You will bring in 3-5 picture books to share with your table not previously shared.
 * __Book Pass__ **


 * 2. [[file:child lit portfolio.docx]] **


 * 3. **[[file:literature circles 2012.docx]]

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 * 5**.[[file:Storytelling 2012.docx]]