Extending Literacy

This insightful book explores strategies from the EXEL project to enhance children's engagement with non-fiction texts, offering practical teaching ideas for educators.

One of the significant challenges in literacy education is how children engage with non-fiction texts. Extending Literacy delves into this issue by examining the Exeter Extending Literacy (EXEL) project, which aims to enhance the way children interact with non-fiction. The project highlights the common tendency for students to merely copy from these texts instead of engaging with the material more meaningfully. By exploring effective strategies, the book provides insights into improving literacy development.

In Extending Literacy, authors David Wray and Maureen Lewis share their experiences and findings from the EXEL project. They offer a comprehensive overview of the innovative teaching strategies that emerged from collaboration with primary teachers nationwide. The book emphasizes the importance of fostering a deeper understanding of non-fiction texts, enabling children to engage with information critically and creatively.

This resource is particularly valuable for educators working with children aged five to fourteen. It serves not only as an informative account of a groundbreaking project but also as a practical guide filled with teaching ideas. With its focus on effective literacy practices, Extending Literacy aims to inspire teachers to enhance their students' interactions with non-fiction, ultimately leading to improved literacy outcomes.