Author: Leonard S. Marcus
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 076366720X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
“Will inspire, inform, and delight those of any age who areengaged in—or by—the arts.” — The Horn Book Renowned children’s literature authority Leonard S. Marcus speaks with twenty-one of the world’s most celebrated illustrators of picture books, asking about their childhood, their inspiration, their creative choices, and more. Amplifying these richly entertaining and thought-provoking conversations are eighty-eight full- color plates revealing each illustrator’s artistic process in fascinating, behind- the-scenes detail. This inspiring collection confirms that picture books matter because they make a difference in our children’s lives.
Show Me a Story!
Author: Leonard S. Marcus
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 076366720X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
“Will inspire, inform, and delight those of any age who areengaged in—or by—the arts.” — The Horn Book Renowned children’s literature authority Leonard S. Marcus speaks with twenty-one of the world’s most celebrated illustrators of picture books, asking about their childhood, their inspiration, their creative choices, and more. Amplifying these richly entertaining and thought-provoking conversations are eighty-eight full- color plates revealing each illustrator’s artistic process in fascinating, behind- the-scenes detail. This inspiring collection confirms that picture books matter because they make a difference in our children’s lives.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 076366720X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
“Will inspire, inform, and delight those of any age who areengaged in—or by—the arts.” — The Horn Book Renowned children’s literature authority Leonard S. Marcus speaks with twenty-one of the world’s most celebrated illustrators of picture books, asking about their childhood, their inspiration, their creative choices, and more. Amplifying these richly entertaining and thought-provoking conversations are eighty-eight full- color plates revealing each illustrator’s artistic process in fascinating, behind- the-scenes detail. This inspiring collection confirms that picture books matter because they make a difference in our children’s lives.
Rapscallion Jones
Author: James Marshall
Publisher: Viking Juvenile
ISBN: 9780670589654
Category : Authorship
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A debonair fox, finding himself past his prime and short of funds, decides it is not too late for him to make his fortune as a writer.
Publisher: Viking Juvenile
ISBN: 9780670589654
Category : Authorship
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A debonair fox, finding himself past his prime and short of funds, decides it is not too late for him to make his fortune as a writer.
Debates in Second Language Education
Author: Ernesto Macaro
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000478483
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 285
Book Description
Debates in Second Language Education provides an up-to-date account of the key debates and areas of controversy in the field of second language learning and teaching. Adopting a broad and comparative perspective and emphasising the importance of considering a variety of learning contexts, it encourages students and practising teachers to engage with contemporary issues and developments in learning and teaching. Chapters are designed to stimulate thinking and understanding in relation to theory and practice, and help language educators to make informed judgements by arguing from a position based on theoretical knowledge and understanding. Bringing together leading contributors in the field, the book discusses a wide range of issues relating to second language learning and teaching including: the relationship between age and success in language learning aptitude versus motivation as predictors of successful language learning linguistic diversity and plurilingualism the teaching of grammar and vocabulary the value of phonics learning pronunciation the second language only versus the multilingual debate With reflective points in every chapter, Debates in Second Language Education will be a valuable resource for any student or practising teacher, as well as for those engaged in initial teacher education, continuing professional development or Master's level study. It will also be of interest to second language acquisition researchers and those studying applied linguistics.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000478483
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 285
Book Description
Debates in Second Language Education provides an up-to-date account of the key debates and areas of controversy in the field of second language learning and teaching. Adopting a broad and comparative perspective and emphasising the importance of considering a variety of learning contexts, it encourages students and practising teachers to engage with contemporary issues and developments in learning and teaching. Chapters are designed to stimulate thinking and understanding in relation to theory and practice, and help language educators to make informed judgements by arguing from a position based on theoretical knowledge and understanding. Bringing together leading contributors in the field, the book discusses a wide range of issues relating to second language learning and teaching including: the relationship between age and success in language learning aptitude versus motivation as predictors of successful language learning linguistic diversity and plurilingualism the teaching of grammar and vocabulary the value of phonics learning pronunciation the second language only versus the multilingual debate With reflective points in every chapter, Debates in Second Language Education will be a valuable resource for any student or practising teacher, as well as for those engaged in initial teacher education, continuing professional development or Master's level study. It will also be of interest to second language acquisition researchers and those studying applied linguistics.
Pocketful of Nonsense
Author: James Marshall
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618341863
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Old favorites and original works by Marshall make up this collection of humorous rhymes, limericks, and poems.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618341863
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Old favorites and original works by Marshall make up this collection of humorous rhymes, limericks, and poems.
Adventuring with Books
Author: National Council of Teachers of English. Committee on the Elementary School Booklist
Publisher: National Council of Teachers of English
ISBN: 9780814100769
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
Contains an annotated booklist of 1700 new children's books selected by the Committee on the Elementary School Booklist of the National Council of Teachers of English.
Publisher: National Council of Teachers of English
ISBN: 9780814100769
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
Contains an annotated booklist of 1700 new children's books selected by the Committee on the Elementary School Booklist of the National Council of Teachers of English.
Using Picture Storybooks to Teach Literary Devices
Author: Susan Hall
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313388148
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
The third volume of Using Picture Storybooks to Teach Literary Devices joins volumes 1 and 2 of this best-selling series to give teachers and librarians the perfect tool to teach literary devices to students in grades K-12. In this volume, 120 well-reviewed picture storybooks, published mainly in the last few years, are listed (sometimes more than once) under 41 literary devices. All-ages picture storybooks, which can be enjoyed by adults, as well as children, are included. For each device, a definition is given, and descriptions of appropriate storybooks, with information on how to use them, the art style used in the book, and a curriculum tie-in, are provided. Among the literary devices included are alliteration, analogy, flashback, irony, metaphor, paradox, tone, and 34 more. Indexes by author, title, art style, and curriculum tie-in add to this outstanding book's great value. Grades 4-12.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313388148
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
The third volume of Using Picture Storybooks to Teach Literary Devices joins volumes 1 and 2 of this best-selling series to give teachers and librarians the perfect tool to teach literary devices to students in grades K-12. In this volume, 120 well-reviewed picture storybooks, published mainly in the last few years, are listed (sometimes more than once) under 41 literary devices. All-ages picture storybooks, which can be enjoyed by adults, as well as children, are included. For each device, a definition is given, and descriptions of appropriate storybooks, with information on how to use them, the art style used in the book, and a curriculum tie-in, are provided. Among the literary devices included are alliteration, analogy, flashback, irony, metaphor, paradox, tone, and 34 more. Indexes by author, title, art style, and curriculum tie-in add to this outstanding book's great value. Grades 4-12.
The Continuum Encyclopedia of Children's Literature
Author: Bernice E. Cullinan
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 9780826417787
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 930
Book Description
Provides articles covering children's literature from around the world as well as biographical and critical reviews of authors including Avi, C.S. Lewis, J.K. Rowling, and Anno Mitsumasa.
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 9780826417787
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 930
Book Description
Provides articles covering children's literature from around the world as well as biographical and critical reviews of authors including Avi, C.S. Lewis, J.K. Rowling, and Anno Mitsumasa.
Which Way is Home?
Author: Celeste Hamilton
Publisher: Harlequin Books
ISBN: 9780373098972
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Which Way Is Home? by Celeste Hamilton released on May 25, 1994 is available now for purchase.
Publisher: Harlequin Books
ISBN: 9780373098972
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Which Way Is Home? by Celeste Hamilton released on May 25, 1994 is available now for purchase.
Dashing Paul Jones
Author: Frank Sheridan
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Admirals
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Admirals
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Something about the Author
Author: Diane Telgen
Publisher: Something about the Author
ISBN: 9780810322851
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Series covers individuals ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers. Entries cover: personal life, career, writings and works in progress, adaptations, additional sources, and photographs.
Publisher: Something about the Author
ISBN: 9780810322851
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Series covers individuals ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers. Entries cover: personal life, career, writings and works in progress, adaptations, additional sources, and photographs.