ECH 430 Early Childhood Literature Entire Course

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ECH 430 Topic 1 Book Critique

Select two books for each age group, Birth to Age 5/Pre-K and K to Age 8/Grade 3. Choose one
book for each age group that is an award winning book (Caldecott Medal or Newbery Medal)
and one that is not.

For each book, write a 250-500 word critique that includes the following:

1. Appropriateness for selected age group along with the appropriateness of content,
pictures, and genres for the age group. Provide examples.
2. Summary of the book including the genre, the major elements of story (characters,
setting, plot, theme, etc.) OR for informational text, highlight the important features of
the text.
3. Explanation of the author’s contributions to the fields of children’s education and
literature.
4. Explanation of the strengths and weaknesses of each book for children’s educational
needs.

In addition, write a 100-250 word comparison of the award-winning books and the ones that
were not.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the
Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become
familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite

ECH 430 Topic 2 Picture Books

Choose seven types of pictures books, as listed below, for Birth to Age 5/Pre-K or for K to Age
8/Grade 3.

 Baby books
 Interactive books
 Toy books
 Wordless books
 Alphabet books
 Counting books
 Concept books
 Picture storybooks
 Predictable books
 Easy-to-read books
 Transitional books
 Picture books for older readers
 Graphic novels
 Postmodern picture books

In a 750-1,000 word description of the seven types of picture books, include the following:

1. Titles, authors, and types with explanation

2. Rationale for choices
3. Unique instructional activities

In addition, write a 250-500 word comparison of the different types of picture books chosen.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the
Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

ECH 430 Topic 3 Poetry Flyer and

Presentation
ECH 430 Topic 3 Poetry Flyer and Presentation

Poetry Month is coming soon and you want to promote it.

Part 1: Flyer

Create an 8.5” x 11” flyer for families to announce an event to celebrate Poetry Month. Be
creative and include time, place, purpose for learning, and importance of participation.

Part 2: Presentation

Create a 10-15 slide presentation for the event that is creative and includes the following:

1. Five different types of poetry pieces with information about the potential students who
will read aloud or recite the poetry
2. Facts about the five poetry pieces
3. Facts about the five types of poetry
4. Purpose for learning poetry

In addition, create a title slide, reference slides, and presenter’s notes that offer detailed
explanations.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

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ECH 430 Topic 4 Imagination Activity

hose an age level within the Birth to Age 8/Grade 3 group.

Choose five different types of modern fantasy books for that age level.

Create a 10-15 slide presentation that introduces the learners to selections and activities that will
spark their imaginations. Be creative and include the following:

1. Comparison of the different types of modern fantasy

2. Titles, authors, and types with explanation
3. Description of each book
4. Descriptions of instructional activity for each book that will help spark children’s
imaginations

In addition, create a title slide, reference slides, and slide notes that offer detailed explanations.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become
familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

ECH 430 Topic 5 Book Review

Choose three culturally diverse books from each genre:

 Traditional literature
 Modern fantasy
 Realistic fiction

Use the “Book Review” to complete this assignment.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

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ECH 430 Topic 6 Evaluation

Read two historical fiction, two biographies, and two informational books for K to Age 8/Grade
3.
Write a 750-1,000 word evaluation that includes the following:

1. Evaluation of each book based on the rich details of the setting, character descriptions,
and fiction or nonfiction materials
2. Description of how to use each genre in the classroom setting
3. Age appropriateness

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the
Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become
familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

ECH 430 Topic 7 Newsletters

You will create two newsletters to inform families of literature genres being presented in your
future classroom. The newsletters should foster their child’s exploration of literature and support
learning in the classroom.

Select two genres from the following:

1. Picture books
2. Poetry
3. Traditional literature
4. Modern fantasy
5. Realistic fiction
6. Historical fiction and biography
7. Informational books

Create a 250-500 word newsletter for each of the two chosen genres. Be creative and include the
following in each newsletter:

1. Description of the genre.

2. At least three culturally diverse books to be used in the classroom, including the titles and
authors.
3. Culturally diverse supplemental resources (books, websites, etc.) to be used at home.
4. Benefits to reading aloud with their child.
5. Section for how families can recommend books for this genre.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become
familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

ECH 430 Topic 8 Read-Aloud

Choose a book that is appropriate for a read-aloud.

Videotape yourself reading a children’s literature book to a young child.

Use different strategies for reading aloud – for example, change your tone when reading, use
expressions and gestures, use objects, questioning, etc. Then view your video.

Complete a 250-500 word reflection that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Book title, author, and genre.

2. Summary of the book.
3. Different read-aloud strategies you used.
4. Reactions of the young child and the age of the child.
5. Modifications for read-alouds with a class of young children.
6. Strengths and opportunities for growth. Provide specific examples.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.