Power in Pictures: Using Picturebooks to Energize Secondary ELA Instruction

by Deborah Dean

Discover the transformative power of picturebooks in secondary English language arts (ELA) classrooms! Not only do picturebooks increase student engagement and comprehension, but they also provide additional content and context, improve multimodal literacy, ignite creativity, and, when read aloud, can turn a classroom into a community of learners. This comprehensive guide delves into the myriad benefits of picturebooks to enhance reading, writing, and language instruction for middle and high school students. Perfect for teachers of diverse student groups, this resource is packed with book recommendations and innovative usage strategies. 

Inside, you’ll



Enhanced Learning Explore how picturebooks can improve reading comprehension, writing skills, and language acquisition.Diverse Student Engagement Find tailored strategies for engaging various student groups, including English language learners, to foster inclusive learning environments.Curated Book Access a selection of effective picturebooks that align with secondary ELA curricula, ensuring relevant and impactful teaching.Innovative Teaching Tap into creative approaches for integrating picturebooks into your lessons, making learning more dynamic and enjoyable.Foundational Learn how to curate your own versatile collection of picturebooks that meet the unique needs of your students and classroom. 

207 pages, Paperback

Published November 19, 2024

Reviews

[Kari Allsup · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent teaching resource! Admittedly, it jives with my teacher identity, but I so value the way this text affirms my choice to use picture books with secondary students and provides suggestions for books and guidance for choosing effectively on my own.