Story Map Instruction Using Children's Literature: Effects on First Graders' Comprehension of Central Narrative Elements.

Baumann, James F.; Bergeron, Bette S.

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ERIC Number: EJ498772

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1993

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Story Map Instruction Using Children's Literature: Effects on First Graders' Comprehension of Central Narrative Elements.

Baumann, James F.; Bergeron, Bette S.

Journal of Reading Behavior, v25 n4 p407-37 1993

Investigates the effectiveness of instruction in story mapping as a means to promote first-grade students' comprehension of central story elements in children's literature. Concludes that instruction in story mapping is an effective instructional strategy for promoting first-grade students' ability to identify central narrative elements in authentic children's literature. (BS)

Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Comparative Analysis, Grade 1, Instructional Effectiveness, Primary Education, Reading Comprehension, Reading Instruction, Reading Research, Story Grammar, Story Reading, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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What Works Clearinghouse Reviewed: Meets Evidence Standards without Reservations

WWC Study Page: http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/study/74135

IES Cited: ED512029