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Putting Books to Work: Joseph Lambert’s ANNIE SULLIVAN AND THE TRIALS OF HELEN KELLER

ANNIE SULLIVAN AND THE TRIALS OF HELEN KELLER by Joseph Lambert is a graphic novel about the early relationship between Helen Keller and, her teacher, Annie Sullivan. The graphic novel format provides a unique perspective on Helen’s world without sound and sight, which is portrayed as dark and shapeless. However, as Helen learns more words from Annie, her world becomes more colorful and defined.

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2013/01/16/putting-books-to-work-joseph-lambert-s-annie-sullivan-and-the-trials-of-helen-keller

activity at any time, it could be particularly helpful in writing poetry. THE BLACK BOOK OF COLORS

The Reading Makeover

Upon years of research into best practices in reading, I unearthed an amazing approach to teaching reading that has been shown to consistently boost student performance. This secret could cause a stir across American classrooms if implemented widely. The editors of Engage have permitted me to share it for a limited time, in the hope that this highly-innovative teaching strategy catches the fancy of policymakers, the media and general public.

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2013/01/08/the-reading-makeover

in your classroom, from magazines to digital books, newspapers to novels, poetry to informational texts

The Season for Love

On Valentine’s Day we pause to think about love. Well, there are many kinds of love, and only some of them romantic. Every day in cyberspace, I post a love letter to a book and author on the Children’s Book-a-Day Almanac.

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2013/02/13/the-season-for-love

this book—the poetry of the language, the expressiveness of the art. For me MONSIEUR MARCEAU

Writing a la Poe

I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the bleakness of October than by reveling in it with Edgar Allan Poe. Seriously, is there a better time to teach Poe than October? (Okay, well, maybe in the “bleak December,” but I prefer happier stuff that month.) October is cold and dreary. The days are shorter; it’s darker longer. Classrooms are decorated with bats and ghosts and kids are itching for a good scare.

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2012/10/02/writing-a-la-poe

” and “The Tell-Tale Heart” for short stories, and “The Raven” and “Annabelle Lee” for poetry. After several

Important Words Aren't Always Big and Bold

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2011/12/13/important-words-aren't-always-big-and-bold

Carolina. Her interests include sharing multiethnic literature, creating poetry with young children

5 Questions With… Jennifer Berne (ON A BEAM OF LIGHT)

Jennifer Berne is the award-winning author of MANFISH: A STORY OF JACQUES COUSTEAU and CALVIN CAN'T FLY: THE STORY OF A BOOKWORM BIRDIE. Her most recent book is ON A BEAM OF LIGHT: A STORY OF ALBERT EINSTEIN.

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2013/05/31/5-questions-with-jennifer-berne-(on-a-beam-of-light)

different from writing poetry. A children’s book author doesn’t have the luxury a writer of adult

Bringing History to Life: Introducing Teens to History through YA Literature

I know how reluctant teens can be to immerse themselves in history because I was one of them (perhaps surprising to admit for an author of historical fiction!). In the Scottish education system, at around 13 years old you’re given the choice of studying either geography or history. I chose geography. Why? Because history seemed irrelevant and stuffy—date-laden text illustrated with grainy photographs.

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2013/06/13/bringing-history-to-life-introducing-teens-to-history-through-ya-literature

—through art, music, novels, poetry, photography, and even food. I researched facts about 1889 French

Reflections from the First #IRAchat

Last week marked the maiden voyage of the #IRAchat. Teachers from all areas of education and from diverse geographic locations joined in to discuss digital writing and publishing in the classroom. It was a fun-filled, fast-paced hour of learning connecting and sharing.

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2013/07/24/reflections-from-the-first-irachat

with colored pencils, using a combination of words, poetry, and images, while others thrive on creating

The Right Tool at the Right Time

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https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2014/01/22/the-right-tool-at-the-right-time-

deep meaning. Like most poetry, much is left up to an individual’s interpretation. I explained Chalk

Making Every Day ''I Love to Write Day'' with Blogging

<img alt="" sfref="[images|OpenAccessDataProvider]35417bc1-674c-6d52-9eff-ff000089f9b9" src="/images/default-source/engage-blog/E772308FEE1C.jpg" />Today marks the 10th anniversary for “I Love to Write Day.” My 5th grade students really do love to write. In fact, they are voracious writers. They can’t seem to get enough writing.

https://www.literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-now/2011/11/15/making-every-day-''i-love-to-write-day''-with-blogging

composed poetry, short stories, talk shows, interviews, and fables. Their writing regularly includes