Essential Principles of Teaching Reading and Literature in the Intermediate Grades and the High School (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Sterling Leonard

 
9781330702178: Essential Principles of Teaching Reading and Literature in the Intermediate Grades and the High School (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover how to make literature come alive for middle and high school readers. This practical guide offers clear methods to enrich students’ reading experiences, build real comprehension, and connect literary study to life beyond the classroom.

The book presents a structured approach to teaching reading and literature, focusing on beginning with students’ actual experiences and interests, selecting high‑quality literature, and helping pupils realize the worth of both subject matter and technique. It also covers how to measure progress, organize class help, and employ creative approaches like discussion, composition, and dramatization to deepen understanding.


  • How to align reading instruction with students’ real experiences and interests

  • Strategies for selecting literature that suits developmental needs and interests

  • Techniques to build comprehension, critical thinking, and genuine engagement

  • Class activities that encourage discussion, collaboration, and dramatic reading



Ideal for teachers of intermediate grades and high school, this edition supports practical, classroom-tested methods for improving reading and literature study.

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