Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Rediscover library reading - 1

Good morning friends. When I’m reading this article with reference to Times of India, I simply thought that it should be really back with the circle of reading some books in the library. Specially those kids and teens. In the library they are force to read the article there and from that, they will know what was that article all about. Not like when you are using internet. I’m not against with the internet. But maybe we should allow our kids to read books in the library. Maybe when they grow up, they can use the internet. Book reading specially in the library is better to the kids.

Class library is a wonderful way of ushering children into reading and writing. Meeta Mohanty provides some innovative tips for teachers that can make class libraries engaging for learners.


Include variety:

A class library needs to be equipped with a variety of children's literature, short stories, poems and reading material. It can include wordless picture books, fantasy stories, humorous stories, mysteries, tall tales, biographies, experiential stories and folk tales among others. Other reading material can range from catalogues, brochures, pamphlets, magazines and newspapers.

Showcase work:

Children's projects, diaries, journals, self made books should be included in a class library. These materials serve as excellent resources and personalise the learning experience. Children should be encouraged to share the books they read at home and place them in the library for others to read. This inculcates the value of sharing in children and enriches libraries.

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