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Book SynopsisOur purpose for writing this book is so that children can become better communicators by expressing their thoughts, feelings and ideas. The ability to communicate is a universal goal in society. If children can better communicate in their speaking and writing, clearer more precise messages will be received, and communication around the world will be strengthened. The writing traits are a way for teachers and children to discuss and analyze written pieces, for strengths and needs, in order communicate their thoughts and expresses their ideas through writing in a way that touches their audience. Adding art into this established process will allow children to learn about the writing traits in a text-free environment before applying the traits to their own writing. Children will learn how artists communicate their thoughts, feelings and ideas, and how the traits that writers use are similar to the traits that artists use in order to better communicate, express themselves, and process the w
Trade ReviewUsing Art to Teach Writing comprehensively and creatively addresses the teaching of writing to developing and struggling young writers. This well-resourced book encourages the use of a multiplicity of modalities through art. It recognizes the power of art as a language that can be harnessed to develop skills in writing. We create “images” prior to learning to create text, so to me, this is perceptive and intelligent thinking. -- Thom Knab, K-4 Art Educator, Dodge Elementary School, NY; NAEA President Elect
Once again, Klein and Whitehead are brilliant in crafting a book that provides a practical, classroom-friendly approach to teaching the specific traits of writing. Facing a blank page before writing can be a scary experience for some children. By comparison, the same children might feel very comfortable discussing a painting or other work of art. The teacher can ask, “What do you see?” After examining or creating a piece of art, children can then begin to apply a similar thought process to their writing. -- Tina Yingling, Reading Specialist, Montgomery County Public Schools, MD
Using Art to Teach Writing Comprehension Strategies provides practical activities and pathways that support utilizing art as a primary source for student-centered engagement and learning. The research-based and standards aligned lessons are applicable across disciplines and support the development of essential 21-st century skills in multiple contexts, including the museum setting. -- Brittany Powell, Manager of School Programs, the Walters Art Museum
Table of ContentsDedication Preface Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter One: Ideas- Ideas Are All Around You! Chapter Two: Organization- Putting the Pieces Together Chapter Three: Word Choice- Artful Language Chapter Four: Voice- Drawing Your Audience In Chapter Five: Sentence Fluency- Mix it Up Chapter Six: Conventions- Polishing Your Work Chapter Seven: Presenting and Publishing: Sharing Your Work with Others Bibliography ● Children’s Books ● Professional Education Books ● Art References ● Websites About the Authors
