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Jennie Bales

Study Finds Social Media May Be Causing Lower Literacy Levels in Children - For Reading... - 0 views

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    A recent study by University College London (UCL) has suggested that heavy use of social media can cause lower levels of literacy in children. The study was based on 11,000 children tracked from their births in 2000 and has found that time spent on social media could be distracting children from reading and homework, thus having an adverse effect on their literacy.
Jennie Bales

Six things you should do when reading with your kids - 0 views

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    Through examining the different ways parents tell stories, we have pinpointed which elements of shared reading are most beneficial for children's cognitive development.
Jennie Bales

I'm Here. I'm Queer. What the Hell do I read? - 0 views

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    REviews of LGBQT fiction for all ages and in different formats. Includes more general titles on accepting difference
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School Library Journal - 0 views

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    Graphic novel adaptations of prose works have been earning critical praise for some time. Now, with graphic novels firmly established on library shelves, publishers are turning to them as source material for novels and chapter books.
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Project Based Learning in the Primary School Library |School Library Journal - 0 views

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    Discussion on the value of project based learning, why the library is ideal for running PBL projects and some suggested activities
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Ella Dickson and painted rocks - Exeter College - 0 views

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    Painted book rocks to encourage students to read - a great promotion idea that could be contained within the school or tap into a wider community.
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UFDC - Baldwin Library of Historical Children's Literature - 0 views

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    A digital collection of historical children's literature titles that can be sorted by language, publisher, publication date ranges and various subject searches. The books have been digitised and can be read online.
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Is empathy always a good thing? - Late Night Live - ABC Radio National (Australian Broa... - 0 views

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    Interview with Paul Bloom questioning the value of empathy and putting forward the need for compassion.
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Author and Illustrator Websites | Through The Looking Glass Children's Book Review - 0 views

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    Many authors and illustrators now have their own websites. Here are just a few such sites where you will find all kinds of information about these special people.
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Authors & Illustrators | Great Websites for Kids - 0 views

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    Curated visual list of author and illustrator websites.
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Websites by Children's Authors and Illustrators | Federation of Children's Book Groups - 0 views

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    This page is intended as a resource for anyone looking for more information about a given author or illustrator. Many of these author/illustrator websites include activities, reviews and contact details (where relevant).
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Learning to code vs. coding to learn | Edutech - 0 views

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    An interesting and balanced debate on coding and its place in education.
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KQED - 0 views

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    Since digital reading is still in its infancy, for many adults it's hard to know exactly what the issues are-what's happening to a young brain when reading online? Should kids be reading more paper books, and why? Do other digital activities, like video games and social media apps, affect kids' ability to reach deep understanding when reading longer content, like books? And how do today's kids learn to toggle between paper and the screen?
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The Power of Audio Books - 0 views

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    Most kids love to listen to audio books, but did you know that this practice is also extremely effective for improving reading comprehension and fluency? I discovered this well-kept secret a few years ago when I started using audio books with my struggling readers. I was using Classroom Book Clubs in my classroom on a regular basis, but I was experiencing a problem when it came to book selection.
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10 Ways to Boost Literacy Using Audiobooks in the Classroom - 0 views

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    Exposing all students to complicated storytelling, no matter their reading level, is just one benefit of using audiobooks in the classroom. But the research shows there are many other advantages too, including an increase in reading comprehension, motivation and self-confidence.
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Effective Classroom Discussions - Educational Leadership - 0 views

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    Productive classroom discussions-those that enable students to invent, create, imagine, take risks, and dig for deeper meanings-can only take place in a climate in which students feel safe to offer their ideas. Teachers can create such a climate by being mindful of the essential conditions of interactive teaching.
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Book Discussions in the Classroom - 23 Teacher Tips - 1 views

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    The way to engage students in classroom book discussions is to simply ask great questions. But that's easier said than done. Which questions will elicit one-word answers from students, and which will generate rich, meaningful conversation? Here are 23 tips to help you take book discussions to the next level.
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A Brief History of Children's Picture Books and the Art of Visual Storytelling - The At... - 0 views

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    Lots of images to support this historical overview
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Education resources for schools teachers and students - ABC Education - 1 views

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    Vast collection of educational resources in numerous formats. Refined searching on via curriculum areas, age groups and formats.
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Audiobooks vs Reading: The Rules Are, There Are No Rules - 0 views

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    an interesting opinion piece on the pluses and minuses of print books and audio books - with a clear message that both have something special to offer
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