Common Core: Types of Text

by Linda Armstrong

Overview

Centered around Common Core State Standards, Common Core: Types of Text is designed to help students understand the characteristics of different types of text. Practice pages, student charts, graphic organizers, research challenges, discussion starters, writing prompts, games, group activities, and recommended reading lists enable students to practice: recognizing the influences of mythology on modern storytelling; analyzing the interplay of character, plot, and setting in fiction; understanding the special format of plays; identifying organizational structures of nonfiction; and discovering the characteristics of common types of nonfiction. Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character. Mark Twain Media also provides innovative classroom solutions for bulletin boards and interactive whiteboards. Since 1977, Mark Twain Media has remained a reliable source for a wide variety of engaging classroom resources.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781622234677
Publisher:	Mark Twain Media
Publication date:	01/15/2014
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	8.20(w) x 10.50(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	11 - 14 Years

About the Author

Linda Armstrong has a bachelor of arts degree in English and holds a lifetime California state standard teaching credential. During her 18-year teaching career, she taught third, fifth, and sixth grades and was a language development resource teacher. Currently, Linda writes educational materials and books for children. She lives in Colorado with her husband.