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Teaching Character Education Using Children's Literature

Table of Contents

Foreword
Acknowledgements

 

Introduction

A Definition of Standards of the Heart
Fostering Standards of the Heart in the English/Language Arts Curriculum
Planning for Language Arts Instruction
Best Practices in Reading and Literature
Teaching and Planning for a Reading Task

Standards of the Heart: A Bibliography of Literature for Children and Young Adults

Introduction
Promote Core Values
Safe School Environment
Family and Community Involvement
Address Societal Issues
Develop Positive Relationships
Engage Students' Minds
Set High Expectations

Sample Teaching-Learning Strategies

Introduction
Teaching-Learning Strategy: Identify Core Values
Teaching-Learning Strategy: Explore Value Conflicts
Teaching-Learning Strategy: Explore Feelings and Develop Empathy
Teaching-Learning Strategy: Examine Cultural Norms

Appendixes

1. The Importance of a District Selection Policy
2. Annual List of Children's and Young Adult's Literature: Awards and Distinctions
3. Resources for Identifying Books for Use in the Classroom

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