ReaderKidZ is excited about World of Words, a site we’ve only recently discovered. WOW is maintained by the University of Arizona College of Education and houses the International Collection of Children’s and Adolescent Literature (ICCAL). Their mission: WOW is committed to creating an international network of people who share the vision of bringing books and… Read more »
Valuable Links
September is Library Card Sign-up Month!
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month – a time when the American Library Association and libraries across the country remind parents that the most important school supply of all is found at your public library–it’s your library card! Since 1988, the month of September has marked a month of celebration and a continuation of a national campaign launched nationwide!… Read more »
My Name is Yoon
by Helen Recorvits, illustrated by Gabi Swiatkowska was a Back-to-School pick in Beyond Boundaries several weeks ago. Last week, Literacyhead also featured MY NAME IS YOON in “The Art of Teaching Reading: Using Art to Understand Stories.” They write: “This week’s feature book is possibly the most moving exploration of names, identity, and school. My… Read more »
50 Multicultural Books Every Child Should Know
Cooperative Children’s Book Center: 50 Multicultural Books Every Child Should Know: The CCBC defines “multicultural” literature as “books by and about people of color: African and African Americans, American Indians, Asian/Pacific and Asian Pacific Americans, and Latinos.” Find their listing of the 50 essential books and a range of authors and illustrators for children HERE.
Literacyhead! Standards-based Literacy through Visual Arts
Today, ReaderKidZ would like to spotlight this cool-looking site! It’s called Literacyhead – resources for creative, engaging, standards-based lessons using the visual arts to teach literacy. Take some time to explore the lessons and images. We’ve included two links to get you started: Ten Titles: Books for Building Your Library The Art of Teaching Writing… Read more »
