Overview
Early Childhood Educators need to be selective and critical of the quality of resources used for children's language and literacy development. For this assignment, choose a children's book and critically reflect on how physical and aesthetic characteristics of this book make it a suitable educational artefact. Elaborate on its educational potential for language and literacy and (cultural) diversity. Consider what would be appropriate age group for this book. Suggest how you might use this book with an individual child, small and large groups of children. If the book is not suitable for a larger group (more than 7 children) explain why. Consider what is appropriate age group (i.e., Birth to 1; 4-5 year old children).
Please note, you cannot choose the following books, as these might be explored in class:
Fox, M. (2015). Whoever You are. Scholastic Australia
Dodd, L. (1983). Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy. Puffin Books.
Grant. J. (2004). Cat & Fish. Hachette Australia.
Seymour, J. & Watson, L. (2019). Cooee Mittigar: Story on Darug Songlines. Magabala Books.
Brown, E. (2003). Handa's Hen. Walker Books.
Miller. D. (2003). Refugees. Lothian Books.
Dreise, G. (2016). Mad Magpie. Magabala books.
Miller, P. (2018). Be kind. Roaring Books Press.
You should reference relevant literature to support both your choice and use of the resource (5 scholarly references). Include 4 - 8 images that illustrate your points about the book (these can feature illustrations/segments from the book and the proposed activities on how to use the book).
References List is not included in word count.
Please submit cover page with your name, student number, topic title and word count as part of your Assignment.
You will be assessed on the following criteria:
- Criterion 1 - Design, description, educational and imaginative potential of the book demonstrate how the resource is a valuable educational artefact; scholarly references support this part (20 %)
- Criterion 2 - Suggestions to use this book demonstrate an understanding of language and literacy development and suitable, inclusive early childhood pedagogy; scholarly references support this part (15 %)
- Criterion 3 - Clear organisation, structure and quality of written expression & correct use of the APA 7th referencing style (10%)
- Criterion 4 - Information about the author and illustrator is included (5 %).
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