Teaching with the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts, PreK-2

by Lesley Mandel Morrow (Editor), Susan B. Neuman (Foreword), Jennifer Renner Del Nero (Introduction)

Nearly every state has independently adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), making this practical guide an indispensable resource for PreK-2 teachers and teachers-in-training. Leading authorities explain each of the English language arts (ELA) standards and vividly show how to implement them. The book is filled with grade-specific classroom vignettes, instructional strategies and activities, sample lesson plans, and discussion questions. Chapters cover the major ELA reading (literature, informational texts, and foundational skills); writing; speaking and listening; and language. Issues of assessment and technology integration are also explored. An appendix includes thematic units for each grade level demonstrating ways to embed CCSS/ELA standards into content-area instruction.

See also Teaching with the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts, Grades 3-5 .

270 pages, Paperback

First published September 25, 2012

Reviews

[Karla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful read

Great resource

Recommended for teachers of young children

The section on vocabulary acquisition had some worthwhile activities and ponderous questions

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

A few helpful ideas for how to implement the new Common Core standards in Language Arts. Some clarification on what's "new" about these standards, as well.

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read this for a book study group...a bit on the dry side. No earthshattering observations, but a nice review of common core.