From Facts to Fascination: Using Nonfiction to Drive Curriculum and Enthusiasm

Current research shows that young readers love nonfiction. More important, nonfiction can hook them on reading; a growing body of research indicates the younger the child, the greater their preference for nonfiction. Yet many educators struggle to find new, engaging nonfiction from diverse writers and connect it to their curriculum. This ILA Webinar with authors Patricia Newman and Kirsten W. Larson will enrich educators’ knowledge of nonfiction styles and demonstrate how best to incorporate the genre into standards-driven writing and content area instruction.

Participants will

• Understand the two writing styles used in nonfiction
• Learn how to classify nonfiction books into five categories (traditional, browsable, narrative, active, and expository) and connect them with curriculum needs
• Identify various voices, literary devices, and craft strategies used in nonfiction titles that will assist in reading fluency and writing instruction
• Explore various ways teachers can pair nonfiction titles to teach content area curriculum
• Learn ways to discover new, high-quality nonfiction and share it in the classroom

Who should register: School-based educators, principals, teacher educators, and preservice teachers

FREE for members | $44.00 nonmembers (includes annual membership)

Registration is required to attend the live event and watch the recording.

ILA Digital Events fees are nonrefundable. ILA reserves the right to make presenter substitutions if necessary due to extenuating circumstances.

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