Story as a springboard for early literacy
The Castle in the Classroom describes a year in a kindergarten classroom as the children embark on literary exploration. Each child approaches the journey from a different perspective – some are self-sufficient, others more hesitant; some are literary adventurers, others shyly reluctant. (K-2) 168 pp.
As the book progresses through the year, teachers will find a wealth of resources, including practical models to teach strategies and skills; effective teaching schedules; ways to address, challenge, expand, and celebrate student learning; examples of student work; parent education materials; and ideas on how to manage assessment. By the end of the year, your students – like those in Ranu's class – will have built on their love of story-telling to establish a strong literacy foundation.
