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Peer reviewedNaftel, Margaret I.; And Others – Clearing House, 1993
Presents an accessible method to help adolescents become thoughtful decision makers, which combines social decision-making/problem-solving activities with the literature of the eighth-grade English classroom. (SR)
Descriptors: Decision Making, English Instruction, Grade 8, Group Discussion
Peer reviewedSmulyan, Lisa – Clearing House, 1986
Examines theories of early adolescence in relation to teaching eighth-grade English students. Concludes differences in students' responses related to gender differences and self-identity. (JK)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, English Instruction, Grade 8, Junior High Schools
Peer reviewedMathis, Janelle B. – Clearing House, 2002
Argues that picture books are a significant resource in learning about literary elements. Discusses using picture books with middle schoolers in "text sets" (5 to 15 texts that relate conceptually in some way). Describes a two-week period during which eighth-grade students read and responded to text sets on themes (prejudice,…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Childrens Literature, Class Activities, English Instruction
