ABSTRACT
This book pulls together the experiences of teachers and children in pre-school through Grade 3. It demonstrates that nonfiction composing is a highly creative process for young children. It provides suggestions for writing assignments, focused reading, and assessment. The theme that underlines this book is that joy and creativity are inherently part of nonfiction and non-narrative composing with young children.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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“‘I Hope You Feel Better' and Raindrops and Rain Clouds”—
Nonfiction Composition in the Play of Young Children
