A classic piece of literature is such because of its

A classic piece of literature is such because of its dynamic writing, relatable
characters, universal themes, and engaging storyline.
As pre-service teachers, you should remember that positive experiences of the
students with reading, provides numerous opportunities for language and literacy
learning. Utilizing literature to teach students is an opportunity to make meaning from
texts, and to learn “how texts work” (e.g., exploring texts). Students are given an
avenue to develop their English literacy skills (e.g., concepts of print, phonological
awareness, making meaning) through the supportive scaffolding from educators.
ENRICHMENT
To ensure mastery of the contents of the module, do the following (use another
sheet for submission):
1. Using a concept map like the one below, give the categories of children’s
literature. Then, under each category, give the description, importance and a
title of a literary piece with its author to represent the category or the genre.
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Children’s Literature
GENERAL TYPES
TYPE:
Description:
Importance
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2. Synthesize the descriptions of the special types of books for children. Determine
the similarities and the differences using a Venn diagram like the one below.
3. Using the table below, give the implications to the learners’ development of each
of the criteria in selecting reading material.
SELECTING READING MATERIAL
CRITERIA Implication to Learners’ Learning
COMPREHENSION CHECK
Direction. Fill-in the blank with the correct word/term to complete the meaning
of the statement.
1. Originally, folklores were passed from one generation to another through the
use of the _________, when compiled, the manner of transmission became
________.
2. Type that answers what if questions along science and technology is ________.
3. The rhythmical expression of thoughts and feelings is __________.
4. It seeks to re-create in words the life of a human being as understood from the
historical or personal perspective of the author.
5. The content stories are relatable to children because it within their experiences.
6. A type which embodies the culture of a particular group of people.
7. Books that explain known facts are called _________.
8. Making children distinguish similar and dissimilar sounds through listening, it
would be good to make use of _________.
9. The presence of alphabet and numbers in a few of the nursery rhymes shows
that it include in its intention to __________.
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REFERENCES
entliteracy/Pages/readingwithchildren.