Graduate Project Title
Document Type
Graduate Project
Date of Degree Completion
Summer 1991
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
Department
Education
Committee Chair
Arne Sippola
Second Committee Member
David N. Shorr
Third Committee Member
Franklin D. Carlson
Abstract
Literature-based instructional strategies for teaching reading comprehension and written language skills were studied. Evidence from the review of literature indicates that trade books motivate students to develop: critical thinking, comprehension, expanded vocabulary, knowledge of grammatical and literary devices along with enrichment of written language skills. Children's literature has proved to be an excellent vehicle for combining reading, writing and literature. Implications for literature-based instruction are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Frank, Simona Sue, "Using Children's Literature to Teach Reading Comprehension and Written Language Skills to Elementary Students" (1991). All Graduate Projects. 338.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/graduate_projects/338
Included in
Curriculum and Instruction Commons, Elementary Education Commons, Language and Literacy Education Commons