Whole Language for Whole Kids: An Approach for Using Literature in the Classroom.

Stanek, Lou Willett

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ERIC Number: EJ433304

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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ISSN: ISSN-0362-8930

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Whole Language for Whole Kids: An Approach for Using Literature in the Classroom.

Stanek, Lou Willett

School Library Journal, v37 n9 p187-89 Sep 1991

Discusses the use of literature in the whole-language approach. Examples show the integration of a second grader's experiences with the curriculum; integrating the language arts in the middle school via study of the author as well as the book; and the integration of literature into the study of history. Titles to use in each area are suggested. (12 references) (LRW)

Descriptors: Elementary Education, Integrated Curriculum, Interdisciplinary Approach, Intermediate Grades, Language Arts, Literature Appreciation, Prior Learning, Whole Language Approach

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom; Opinion Papers; Reference Materials - Bibliographies

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Audience: Teachers; Media Staff; Practitioners

Language: English

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