Program Design
Author's Style/Techniques
Author's Style is minimally highlighted in the Program Design section. However, this section explores many reading response methods which welcome discussion of author's style.
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• Why do you think the author … ?
• What questions would you ask the author if he/she were here?
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Booktalks and Literature Circles
Many teachers include booktalks as a regular part of their reading
programs. They also provide another excellent opportunity for developing
oral language. Once booktalks have been modelled, students can
participate in booktalk experiences in small-group situations. They can
begin to interact with the texts to build their own understanding of the
stories as they relate them to their own experiences. When these various
interpretations are shared within a group, the potential for meaning
making for all is enhanced. Booktalks often include three main components:
Features of the book—title, author, illustrator, publisher, publication
date
Content of the book—what the book is about
Personal response—where you found the book and why you chose to
read it; why you liked/did not like the book; who you think might also
like the book and why; your favourite part
Students can build on their own understanding of the story through the
personal responses and viewpoints of others shared in group discussion
and booktalks.
p. 181
• Why do you think the author … ?
• What questions would you ask the author if he/she were here?
p.155
Booktalks and Literature Circles
Many teachers include booktalks as a regular part of their reading
programs. They also provide another excellent opportunity for developing
oral language. Once booktalks have been modelled, students can
participate in booktalk experiences in small-group situations. They can
begin to interact with the texts to build their own understanding of the
stories as they relate them to their own experiences. When these various
interpretations are shared within a group, the potential for meaning
making for all is enhanced. Booktalks often include three main components:
Features of the book—title, author, illustrator, publisher, publication
date
Content of the book—what the book is about
Personal response—where you found the book and why you chose to
read it; why you liked/did not like the book; who you think might also
like the book and why; your favourite part
Students can build on their own understanding of the story through the
personal responses and viewpoints of others shared in group discussion
and booktalks.