Document Type
Graduate Project
Date of Degree Completion
2010
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
Department
Education
Committee Chair
Steven Nourse
Second Committee Member
S. Schmitz
Third Committee Member
D. Shorr
Abstract
The past and current role of nonfiction text, also referred to as informational text, in the elementary classroom setting was studied. The educational benefits of nonfiction use was examined and found to have a significant impact on the learning and success of students. Effective uses for nonfiction books were compiled into a handbook for the use of primary teachers.
Recommended Citation
Carlson, Shanna Marie, "Nonfiction Text Usage in the Primary Grades" (2010). All Graduate Projects. 81.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/graduate_projects/81
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