Annotated ELA

11. Tips for Using Picture Books to Teach Middle School ELA


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Have you been skeptical about using picture books in your classroom? Or are you already using picture books and want new ideas? If either of these sound like you, I’m glad you’re here! 

Picture books are usually associated with elementary education, but picture books are a hidden gem for engaging and inspiring middle school students. 

Far beyond their colorful illustrations and simple narratives, picture books offer many benefits that make them invaluable in middle school ELA instruction. 

This episode covers using picture books to teach secondary ELA and all the reasons you should as well as suggestions for how to use picture books along with some text suggestions. 

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