Using Caldecotts Across the Curriculum

by Joan Novelli

Reading and Writing Mini-lessons, Math and Science Spin-offs,Unique Art Activities, and More
Inspire your students with the beautiful award-winning art and timeless, powerful stories found in Caldecott books. This rich resource uses Caldecott winners as springboards to provide lively, literature-based learning experiences across the curriculum.

Genres: Reference

112 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1998

About the author

Joan Novelli is a writer, editor, and content developer with extensive experience spanning higher education communications and PreK–12 publishing. Her work includes strategic internal communications at the university level as well as print and digital products for educational publishers and EdTech companies. As a longtime freelance writer and editor, she has provided comprehensive editorial services for organizations such as Apple, Scholastic, Curriculum Associates, Disney, Pearson, Sesame Workshop, TIME for Kids, and the Southern Poverty Law Center. She has led and contributed to major literacy and assessment programs, developed standards-aligned instructional content, and partnered closely with authors to guide projects from concept through publication. Novelli has also produced large-scale web content for education-focused nonprofits and supported digital marketing initiatives for public universities. She holds a master’s degree in Reading and Language Arts, a TEFL/TESOL certification, and an advanced K–12 teaching license, and is committed to expanding access to high-quality education and career pathways.