ABSTRACT

This is a fresh and practical approach to examining the way in which creative arts can be used in the classroom to enhance the learning of literacy in the primary school. It includes case studies and activities that clarify the role of creativity in the literacy teaching and advises how to help develop teaching skills. This is a must-have text for teachers who seek to make literacy learning interesting and fun.

chapter 5|10 pages

DARE to Quack

chapter 6|10 pages

Creativity and picture books

chapter 9|8 pages

Closely observed poems

chapter 13|10 pages

Looking to be literate