Literacy Resources
Here you will find a collection of resources that will offer support for all ages. These resources that you see on this page are resources that I have used either on my own time or I have seen them used in classrooms that I have been in. I hope that with this page; students, parents, future teachers, and teachers will find that this list of resources is very helpful and will pass on the knowledge gained by exploring these resources. Enjoy! Book Trailers: Book trailers are extremely informational for students, so exposing them to several trailers will help students expand their horizons and students can even make their own book trailer (WeVideo)! • Book Trailers for Readers • The STACKS by Scholastic • Free Video Creator Children's Books and Authors: These links will provide an abundance of knowledge to students regarding Authors and Illustrators. These links are great for research and also great for finding the next 'page turner'! • Authors and Illustrators- INFORMATION OVERLOAD • Society of Children's Book Authors and Illustrators • HarperCollins Kids • Award-Winning Kids' Books Read Alouds: We as parents, caregivers, teachers, siblings,... are usually busy, right? Sometimes we don't always get the time to read to our children, but I have provided my three favorite links to where your child can be read to or your child can read along! These links are my favorite, but remember, it only takes a few minutes to read to your child- make time! • Storyline Online • Just Books Read Aloud • We Give Books- Read Books Online Online Educational Literacy Games: What child doesn't like to play games? Here are some of my favorite online educational games that deal with literacy. Your child will enjoy these games and remember to play along with them- "Are you smarter than a Fourth Grader?" • HarperCollins Games and Contests • PBS Reading Games • Educational Computer Games- ABCya • BrainPOP Reading and Literacy Celebrations: These are three links that inform you of the upcoming literacy celebrations. Did you know that April is National Poetry Month, or are you looking for some Summer reading activities? Among these links you will find all the information regarding upcoming literacy dates. • Literacy Calendar - 2015 • April is National Poetry Month • American Library Association Genres: Genres can be confusing for students as well as some adults, so here is a list of multiple links that deal specifically with genres. Here you will find three specific genres- Biography/Autobiographies, Poetry and Multicultural, and I have provided several links for each. I also included a really fun feature called a Genre Map, which helps you find the right genre for your book, and it also is really helpful when finding your next book! • Genre Map • What is a Genre? • Children's Books Biography/Autobiography: • Biographies for Kids • Kids take on Biographies • Important People for Kids • Best Sellers: Biography/Autobiography Poetry: • Different Types of Poetry for Kids • Types of Poems for Kids • Poetry Writing Lessons • Best Sellers: Poetry Multicultural: • 50 Multicultural Books Every Child Should Read • Reading is Fundamental- Multicultural Books • How to Choose the Best Multicultural Book • Best Sellers: Multicultural |
Technology Tips:
I have provided several technology tips for you to explore and learn from. With technology that is always changing, it is important that there are several resources for you to explore. Your child may be your number one resource, but here are five for you to look at. • Tammy's Technology Tips • Edudemic • Tech Tips for Teachers (and Parents) • Apple Support • Tech Support for Parents Support for Parents/Guardians: Parents/Guardians and Teachers are always looking for more support, so I have provided several links that I find useful in everyday teaching. These links provide all sorts of information and great ideas for helping your child succeed! • Scholastic • ReadingRockets • Parent Engagement • International Literacy Association • education world • Literature Guides for Teachers and Parents Literacy Blogs: Here I have compiled a list of blogs that are so beneficial for parents, students and teachers. I think that with the help of using these blogs, our students will gain much needed knowledge, parents will be advocates for their children and all of our students will succeed! Plus, there are ways to reach out to other parents, teachers, and faculity around the United States. • Parent Involvement • LiteracyConnections- Reading Aloud • Reading is Fundamental- Literacy Articles • Engaging Educators- A list of blogs to follow Bookstores: Looking to find books for your child (maybe even you)? Here I have provided several links to find just the book you are looking for! You may even find more than what you originally were looking for! My favorite spot to find gently-used books is at a local thrift store, but I have had much success at garage sales! • Barnes and Noble • Amazon • Books-A-Million • Half Price Books • Scholastic • Local Thrift Stores and Garage Sales |