Children's Literature: Books, Videos, and Websites Appropriate for Children
The Textbook for this Module is Essentials of Children’s Literature 9th Ed. By Kathy G. Short, Carol Lynch-Brown and Carl M. Tomlinson. Pearson 2018
On pages 68 – 75 there is a list of books and videos to choose from.
[04] Assignment 4
Instructions
Directions: Be sure to make an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) pages in length; refer to the "Assignment Format" page for specific format requirements.
Part A: Fill in the chart below identifying two (2) books, two (2) videos, and two (2) websites that you would suggest to parents. For each item, provide the appropriate age group and one (1) skill that would be promoted by utilizing this item in a classroom activity. Examples of skills that would be promoted are: understanding the roles of illustrations, connections to be made, vocabulary development, reading fluency, reading comprehension, etc.
Books Appropriate Age Group Skills Promoted
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Videos
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Websites
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Part B: Develop a unit using three (3) books on a single topic or theme or by a particular author or illustrator that is not used in your textbook. Identify and summarize the books that you chose to use. Then, briefly describe one (1) reason why you chose each book as it relates to a child’s development. Finally, briefly describe two activities you would implement to respond to the unit of study. It is important that the books are all relevant for the same age level.
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Subject and Section
Professor’s Name
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Part I
Table 1.
Age-Appropriate Books, Videos, and Website
Books
Appropriate Age Group
Skills Promoted
1. Books for Papa
4 to 8 years old
* Emotional Intelligence
* Literary Appreciation
* Oral Language Proficiency
* Creativity
* Critical Thinking
2. Alphabet School
4 to 8 years old
* Oral Language Proficiency
* Vocabulary Development
* Cultural Appreciation
* Geographical Insight
Videos
1. Children Make Terrible Pets
4 to 8 years old
* Analytical Ability
* Interpersonal Skills
* Storytelling Ability
* Inferential Ability
2. This Is Not My Hat
4 to 8 years old
* Analytical Ability
* Interpersonal Skills
* Storytelling Ability
* Inferential Ability
Website
1. National Geographic Kids
4 to 12 years old
* Scientific Skill
* Geographic Skill
* Digital Literacy
2. Scratch - Imagine, Program, Share
4 to 16 years old
* Computational Competence
* Creativity
* Mathematical and Logical Aptitude
* Digital Literacy
* Technological Proficiency
Part II
The Books
In the first literary offering, “Toot and Puddle: You Are My Sunshine” by Holly Hobbie, readers are encouraged to partake in the heartwarming odyssey of Toot and Puddle, a charming pig duo. This story celebrates the deep relationships of friendship and the sheer enthusiasm produced by bright, sunny days (Hobbie, 2010). Hobbie's remarkable craftsmanship, evident in her illustrations, transports young readers to a world where the warmth of company shines brightly, making it an exquisite addition to any young bibliophile's repertoire.
Turning our attention to the second literary gem, “Hunter's Best Friend at School,” by Laura Elliott, we are transported into the realm of a young protagonist n
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