Sunday, October 24, 2010

Take Time to Listen

“Take time to listen and talk about the voices of earth and what they mean – the majestic voice of thunder, the winds, the sound of surf or flowing streams.” Rachel Carson Rachel Carson’s voice was heard by President John F. Kennedy when he read her book, SILENT SPRING.  The President became aware of the… Read more »

Voice and the Power of Words

Exploring new things, finding out who you are and who you were meant to be, being true to the you that is you. All these are part of unlocking one’s voice. Each of this week’s books shines a light on voice and the power of words. LOVE THAT DOG by Sharon Creech When LOVE THAT… Read more »

Love That Dog, Find Your Voice

Help children experience the power of voice and introduce them to amazing poets by reading Sharon Creech’s LOVE THAT DOG. Then follow up the Read-Aloud with one or more of the activities suggested at the links below. Northern Nevada Writing Project (NNWP) consultant, Dena Harrison, has written the following TEACHER’S GUIDE which uses Love That… Read more »