Description
In this course, participants will use children’s literature to help primary learners:
- Engage in creative thinking, critical thinking, and communication skills
- Better understand acceptance and individuality
- Practice problem-solving
- Develop visual and spatial thinking skills
Presenter Bio
Ashleigh Murphey is a Gifted and Talented teacher in Katy ISD at Rylander Elementary. She earned a Bachelors of Science in Education specializing in English as a Second Language and Gifted & Talented education from Baylor University. Then she continued her education at Vanderbilt-Peabody University where she earned a Masters of Education specializing in Gifted & Talented education. Murphey started her teaching career in Australia for two years and then moved to Vietnam for one year. Since her international school experience, she has been teaching in Katy ISD for five years
Nancy Bryant is a graduate of the University of Houston and has been teaching in gifted education for over 20 years. Her experience includes AP/GT English for 11th and 12th grades, 9th grade Pre-AP/GT English, and Challenge (Gifted Pull-Out program) for grades K-5. Bryant currently holds teaching certifications in English/Language Arts, Elementary EC-4, and the TEA Gifted and Talented endorsement. She loves working with students of all ages, and it is her goal to always challenge them to reach their full potential, both socially and academically.
Iris – SAN BENITO CISD (verified owner) –
I found some very effective strategies that can be used in the classroom.
William – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
it was awesome
Genni – ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD (verified owner) –
This course gave concrete examples of children’s literature and how to use them in the classroom to help students grow their imagination.
Meaggan – GRAND PRAIRIE ISD (verified owner) –
I loved all the creative ideas to teach students and to get them thinking outside the box.
Jennifer – PARMA CITY (verified owner) –
I enjoyed the book recommendations and actvities.
Wendy – ALVARADO ISD (verified owner) –
I like the use of literature in the classroom. I like how others use certain books and can give activities to use.
Janet – NEW KNOXVILLE LOCAL (verified owner) –
Great literature idead to use with your students!
Leona – ECTOR COUNTY ISD (verified owner) –
This course supports the student’s social emotional growth. Although there is much focus on academics, I very much enjoy watching students self assess and grow on a personal level.
Laura – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
Excellent course.
Ruby – DONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (verified owner) –
excellent