L.I.T.E.R.A.C.Y. Tidbits
January 2022
Literacy Involves Technology Essential Practices Reading/Writing Arts Collaboration & You (V.9)
Resources for YOU!
Please enjoy this collection of books that highlight the celebrations of various cultures around the world during this holiday season.
Sneezy the Snowman
Snow Day!
The Snowy Day
In 1962, a little boy named Peter put on his snowsuit and stepped out of his house and into the hearts of millions of readers. Universal in its appeal, this story beautifully depicts a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever. The quiet fun and sweetness of Peter’s small adventures in the deep, deep snow is perfect for reading together on a cozy winter day.
Family Traditions: 3 Creative Writing Exercises for Elementary Students
Some students may not have a clear understanding of family traditions, especially at a young age. Help your students appreciate their unique traditions by giving them creative writing activities that talk about the traditions they currently have or ones they would like to start when they grow up.
When children practice exercising their creativity while they’re young; it helps build creative confidence that will last for the rest of their lives. Click here for three writing exercise to help elementary students not only learn more about their families and who they are as a person, but also build their descriptive writing skills.
Virtual Bookshelves
K-3 Essential Instructional Practices in Early Literacy
Self Reflection and Planning Guide for K-3 Essential Practices
Essential School-Wide and Center Wide Practices in Literacy
Resources to Help Implement K-3 Essential 8: Abundant reading material and reading opportunities in the classroom
K-3 Essential 8: Supporting Independent Reading Sample Video
K-3 Essential 8: Organizing and Presenting Reading Materials Sample Video
K-3 Essential 8: Providing Access to a Wide Range of Texts Sample Video
To access all K-3 Essential Instructional Modules go to: www.literacyessentials.org
Ligon Outdoor Center
Ligon Outdoor Education Center, located in the northeast corner of Genesee County, Michigan, offers 268 acres of pristine nature, over six miles of hiking trails, and a multitude of educational opportunities for students and teachers. Donated to the Genesee Intermediate School District by James and Mary Ligon of Almont, Michigan in 1975, Ligon Outdoor Education Center boasts an ideal spot for conferences, meetings, retreats, educational field trips, and getting in touch with nature. Ligon is the perfect “out of classroom” learning environment.
Check out Ligon's new website by clicking here.
Check out Ligon's update by clicking here.
Parent Newsletter
L.I.T.E.R.A.C.Y Tidbits compiled by:
Kia Myers-Zager, Genesee ISD Early Literacy Coach
Sarah Pagogna, Early Literacy Coach, Kearsley Community Schools
Stacey Turner, Early Literacy Coach on Loan from Clio Area Schools
Melissa Wing, Genesee ISD ELA Consultant and Early Literacy Coach Coordinator
Genesee Intermediate School District
Email: mwing@geneseeisd.org
Website: www.geneseeisd.org
Location: 2413 West Maple Avenue, Flint, MI, USA
Phone: 810-591-4400