KIM Chart Journal Club

Name: Gina Boesch

THE ROLES OF CHILDREN S LITERATURE IN THE PRIMARY GRADES

Author: Frank Serafi ni Lindsey Moses
Date:

Key Concept

Information

List the key concepts

What information will help you remember this concept?
discussed in the article,
one concept per for.
Reading aloud and discussing stories and informational texts with young readers
Children s Literature creates a space for young readers to consider and discuss the ideas themes inherent
as a Space for
in children s literature.
Thoughtful
Discussions

quality literature and thoughtful discussions facilitate critical thinking and

Children s Literature meaningful interactions with both peers and texts. Students also need opportunities
to self- select texts and participate in student- led discussions.
as a Catalyst for
Building a Community
of Readers

A primary goal of education should be developing a sense of wonder so

Children s Literature indestructible that it will last throughout one s lifetime (Carson, 1956 ). Children s
picture books can help foster a sense of wonder and curiosity in young readers.
for Developing
Curiosity and
Imagination

Memory clue
Draw a visual that will help you
remember this key concept. (NOT
REQUIRED)

Without the burden of having to decode written text, young readers can focus on the
events in a wordless picture book and come to understand how these narratives are
Children s Literature structured.
for Developing
Narrative
Competencies