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.
Jan – HALLSVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
This course gave me different ideas to incorporate while using children’s literature in the classroom.
Lois – BEAUMONT ISD (verified owner) –
The presentation was very helpful. She had a lot to talk about.
Jennifer – MIDWAY ISD – WOODWAY (verified owner) –
I appreciated the practical ideas.
Vickie – HALLSVILLE ISD (verified owner) –
The books and ideas with each book were great!
Jesus – PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD (verified owner) –
Great book titles to use in the classroom.
Jennifer – ASHLAND CITY (verified owner) –
This course has AWESOME ideas and great book titles to share! I loved it!
Tami – Allen East Local Schools (verified owner) –
Love the children’s books and ideas that were shared!
michelle – PLANO ISD (verified owner) –
5 Stars~ I loved the use of children’s literature and creative lessons used with each book.
Maureen – MONROEVILLE LOCAL (verified owner) –
Good and simple examples of using literature to excite creativity and self-awareness in young students.
Michelle – PLANO ISD (verified owner) –
Great Course! The presenters offered excellent book recommendations and activities to incorporate into any classroom.