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Looking together: visual storytelling in The Thinking Train stories
How do the visual elements in our picture book series, The Thinking Train influence reading experience and meaning-making?
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The Age of Innocence in the English classroom
We are all aware of the benefits of extensive reading, but some of us may feel unsure about how to approach longer texts in class.
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A love of libraries: 9 steps towards building your classroom library
Building a library is no small enterprise, but it is definitely one worthy of investment.
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A love of libraries: get active with library tasks
Many of us will remember those old, wooden library catalogue drawers that were invariably spilling over with book cards.
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A love of libraries: much more than just books
Library memories
My memories of going to the library are full of excitement and wonder.
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A love of libraries: 10 things to consider when building a classroom library
The wonder of libraries never ceases to amaze us.
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Hooked on stories: Interview with Amy Sutton
We have all met inspiring storytellers who can hold the attention of their audience and make listening to a story an exciting and memorable event.
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Hooked on Books: mindfulness and reading with Jane Revell
In this series of interviews we talk to teachers, ELT writers, visual artists and researchers about the importance of using literature in the language classroom.
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Halloween-inspired writing lessons
There’s no denying it, Halloween has a special atmosphere, whether or not it is part of your cultural heritage.
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The Green Room: Bring the theatre to the classroom
The popularity of the TV show Glee or the film musicals like Les Misérables and Fame shows us that the world of the theatre and acting has become an exciting talking poin
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