First, a couple often overlooked resources:
Authors Notes in back matter often contain information about an author’s connection to a story. These help readers understand two key ideas: Author’s Point of View and Author’s Purpose. Author Notes can also be a valuable tool to help young writers find their connection to a topic, the key to great writing!
Author and Illustrator Websites contain a plethora of classroom-worthy material such as interviews, articles, activities, and educator guides.
NEW! BACK MATTER BOUNTY IN THE CLASSROOM download chock full of ideas for using various types of back matter to support a range of student language arts, reading, and cross-curricular objectives. Includes an index to back matter content in Beth’s titles.
Resources on the Blog
Especially for Educator series
See Perfect Picture Book Friday (PPBF) book recommendations. Each post includes several activities. And you’ll find many more recommendations with activities HERE.
Activities for Responding to Nonfiction Books
Activities for Picture Book Biographies
Blog post: 3 Reading Response Categories to Genuinely Engage Students with Texts
Exploring Active Nonfiction Through the Ages by Tom Bober
Real Reviews! Students Write Nonfiction Book Reviews for the School Library Catalog
A Deep Dive into Nonfiction by Kim Haines
Vocabulary
VOCABULARY THAT STICKS – Tried-and-True Short Activities for Daily Practice of New Vocabulary
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