Unique Elements of this Material
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Timeline
Thirty-five numbered cards arranged in chronological sequence define and describe traditional forms and genres as well as significant events in the evolution of literature.
Cultural and Historical Emphasis
Link the study of literature to student work with the great civilizations, the story of writing, and historical periods such as the Renaissance and the Middle Ages.
What Is Literature and Where Did It Come From?
A cosmic story called “The Birth of Literature” gives children a vision of the whole before you examine the parts. Like art and music, literature is one of the fundamental spiritual needs of humans, and it emerges naturally with the development of human cultures.
Enhance the Power of Reading
Children will read better if they understand the historical and literary context of what they read. Books fall into categories, forms, and genres that have specific elements that can be learned. This will expand students’ critical vocabulary for reading and discussion.
Enhance the Power of Writing
Once your students understand the forms, they can write nursery rhymes, pourquoi tales, fairy tales, science fiction, you name it! The love of literature soars when children are empowered to create their own works. Individual and class bookmaking come to life!
Three-part Card Material
The pictures, labels, and definitions are accurate and up-to-date. Original artwork by Virginia McBride makes these definitions appealing. EI definitions describe the form only. EII definitions give the historical context of the literary form. Complete with “Teacher’s Helper” pages for control of error.
Bibliography
Source material for the timeline & definitions. Plus a bibliography of books to accompany the timeline and “Best of the Best Genre Fiction.”
Web Links
Easy-to-access web links make a teacher’s job easier. Many traditional stories are available online. Teacher’s can project them for lessons, and students can research them online as well.