Midterm

Caldecott Medal

Celebrates the best illustrated books for children.

Newbery Medal

Honors the most distinguished contribution to children's literature.

Printz Award

Recognizes the best book for teens and young adults.

Pura Belpré Medal

Given to Latino authors for outstanding children's books.

Coretta Scott King Award

Celebrates outstanding books by Black authors and illustrators.

Robert F. Sibert Medal

For exceptional informational children’s books.

Laura Ingalls Wilder Award

Recognizes significant and lasting contributions to children's literature.

Theodor Seuss Geisel Award

Celebrated for distinguished books for beginner readers.

Text-to-Text

Connects a book to another book.

Text-to-Self

Relates the text to personal experiences.

Text-to-World

Links the text to real-world events or issues.

Gradual Release of Responsibility

Steps include 'I do', 'We do', 'Y’all do', 'You do', 'Transfer'.

Practice Reading Cycle

Phases are Practice, Proficient, Pleasure.

Teacher as a Reader

Demonstrates reading value and fosters student engagement.

Wordless Picture Books Benefits

Enhance creativity, imagination, emotional literacy, understanding context, and viewing different perspectives.

Graphic Novels in Classrooms

Supports visual learners and offers inclusivity for diverse literacy skills.

Types of Literacy

Includes Social, Print, Visual.

Multicultural Literature Growth

African American literature is the most rapidly growing area.

Folktale

Shared orally, unknown author.

Fairy Tale

Clear themes of good vs. evil.

Fable

Short story with morals, often using animals.

Respectful Tasks

Engaging tasks meeting diverse student needs.

Adapting Classroom for Learners

Change content, product, process, environment.

Value of Literature Circles

Enhances reading skills and broadens perspectives.

Purpose of Author Studies

Introduce new books and personalize authors' work.

2024 Caldecott Winner

Written by Vashti Harrison.

Double Caldecott Winner

Sophie Blackall.

'LOVE' Author

Matt de la Peña.

Mo Willems

Known for Pigeon series and often awarded Geisel Honors.

J.K. Rowling

Renowned for the Harry Potter series.