Nonfiction mentor texts teaching informational writing through children's literature, K-8

Guides teachers through a variety of projects, samples, and classroom anecdotes that demonstrate how teachers can help students become more effective writers of good nonfiction.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Dorfman, Lynne R., 1952-
Other Authors: Cappelli, Rose, 1950-
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Portland, Me. : Stenhouse Publishers, c2009.
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Table of Contents:
  • The value of nonfiction : imagining the possibilities
  • Establishing the topic and point
  • Building content
  • Introductions and conclusions
  • Writing to persuade
  • Nonfiction writing in the real world (and other interesting formats to engage student writers)
  • Voice, syntax, and conventions in nonfiction
  • A treasure chest of books.