1st Edition
The Informational Writing Toolkit Using Mentor Texts in Grades 3-5
Introduction
Section One: Informational Writing Strategies Aligned with the Common Core Standards for Grades 3-5
Chapter 1 Introducing a Topic. Chapter 2 Grouping Related Information Together. Chapter 3 Adding Features that Aid Comprehension. Chapter 4 Developing a Topic. Chapter 5 Linking Ideas . Chapter 6 Using Precise Language and Domain-Specific Vocabulary
Section Two: Putting It Together
Chapter 7 Crafting a Concluding Section. Chapter 8 Assessment Strategies. Chapter 9 Final Thoughts and Tips for Classroom Practice
Section Three: Resources
Biography
Sean Ruday is an assistant professor of English Education at Longwood University and a former classroom teacher. He frequently writes and presents on innovative ways to improve students' literacy learning.
I think that all teachers who are teaching their students to read and write informational text (that would be ALL teachers) should purchase this book. There are many appealing features, including the consistency of the format; the fact that each chapter can be used in conjunction with another or independently, depending on the class' needs; the mentor texts; and the graphic organizers.
-- Jacqueline Tostado, Literacy Coach, Chicago, IL
The practical examples, "Classroom Snapshots," are very appealing in helping the reader visualize the strategies in action. The step by step instructional recommendations make the information easy to access and implement. As an instructional coach, I will use this book guide teachers in enhancing their writing instruction to align with Common Core. I only wish this book had been available when I was teaching fifth grade writing!
--Karina Nevers, Learning Strategist, Las Vegas, NV
