The Common Core Approach to Building Literacy in Boys - Softcover

"Authored by the owner of Cognitive Advantage and former elementary teacher for grades K-12, as well as a library media specialist, this work focuses on two areas of need-raising literacy levels in boys in particular, and the Common Core standards that are being implemented in schools across the United States. . . . While the title implies the book is geared toward working with boys, many of the resources and ideas will work schoolwide with children of both genders. School librarians at the elementary, middle, and high school levels will all benefit from this work . . . Public librarians working with children in K-12 will also benefit, as will classroom teachers seeking titles and ideas for integrating literature across the curriculum." - ARBA

Written with a focus on the English Language Arts Common Core Standards, this book provides a complete plan for developing a literacy program that focuses on boys pre-K through grade 12. * Examines and evaluates the most recent research about boys and nonfiction reading * Addresses the intersections of Common Core Standards and literacy for boys * Provides annotated bibliographies of recommended books as well as lists of apps and other software for boys * Offers educators effective strategies to promote reading with boys and advice for parents in developing a home reading plan for their sons