Literacy in the 21st century must reach beyond the world of fiction to include more reading and writing in content areas. One way to do that is through nonfiction literature. Over this last decade as kindergarten through grade eight curriculum has become transformed through school reform movements, assessments that inform instruction, and state standards for learning, nonfiction books have moved into the lime light.
Educators see the power and effect nonfiction books have on even young children.
Thematic planning and inquiry studies have become commonplace in many classrooms across grade levels. Thus nonfiction has become a major resource of information and a tool for learning for both children and teachers. To explore the world of facts, our sessions include topics such as vocabulary and word work, interactive writing, reading comprehension, writing nonfiction, active listening, book talks on the best in science nonfiction, inquiry, guided reading and nonfiction, and much, much more. Authors of award-winning nonfiction literature will keynote and also conduct small group sessions. We hope you will join us for this exciting two-day venture into facts.