This handbook is filled with practical advice for storytellers on choosing, learning, and telling a story. The site also includes background information, a list of references, and more. This site is part of the Internet School Library Media Center (ISLMC) Children's Literature and Language Arts page by Inez Ramsey of James Madison University.
readingBetween the Lions consists of Stories, Games, Things to Print, Songs, ideas in Parents & Teachers, a site Map, Newsletter, and Recommended Books. There are at least 70 stories that you can read and watch online. Each story links to related games. You can also print the story. Parents & Teachers includes more information about each episode and its curriculum, and features over 300 literacy tips. You can also use the Episode guide to view a brief summary of the episode and then select the appropriate story based on desired learning goals (http://pbskids.org/lions/about/episodes.html). Between the Lions is produced by WGBH Boston and Sirius Thinking, Ltd., in association with Mississippi Public Broadcasting.
readingStories, links, pictures of two adventurous teddy bears, John and El. Obviously, the folks who wrote these stories have a lot of love for the bears...they travel with them to different locales across the U.S. The proof is in the photos illustrating the tales. This website includes a coloring section (on paper, not the computer) and an invitation to send in a scanned photo of your bear (new bear pals for John and El).
readingThis is a free educational publication for teachers/kids. It emphasizes reading and learning. Samples are online for review and sign-up is easy, and free.
readingThis website houses a free motivational reading program for children in grades K-8. Reviews help children pick a book to read, either from a library or bookstore. After the book is read, children can take a quiz online, with the incentive or rewards after quizzes are completed. Parents can monitor their child's activities and find resources for reading challenges in their families. Teachers can access the articles that may help them increase parental involvement. This website was developed by Sylvan Learning Centers.
readingThe Screen Actors Guild Foundation is proud to bring you Storyline Online, an on-line streaming video program featuring SAG members reading childrens books aloud. As of 2004, there were 10 stories available. Additional programs from BookPALS include Storyline (http://www.bookpals.net/storyline.html - children can dial a toll-free-number to hear a book read by an actor anytime, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week); PencilPals ( http://www.bookpals.net/pencilpals.html - designed to make reading and writing a first person experience for children in elementary and middle schools by setting up "pen pals"); and BookFinder (http://www.bookpals.net/cgi-bin/bookfinder/index.pl - a searchable database of read-aloud picture books on a wide range of topics). Additional programs are available in different parts of the U.S.
readingThis site offers illustrated stories, games, animations and information for kids, teachers, writers, illustrators and families. Professional services such as messaging and resume posting are available. People can get their stories and art published on Candlelight.
readingHear the tales of the indigenous peoples of Australia, and better understand the role of storytelling as well as other areas of cultural heritage. Students can access a dictionary of terms that may be new to them, and the "How do I find...?" area can help them find the information on specific topics, such as medicines and land ownership. Although the tales are recorded in English, it is important for students to understand the concept of indigenous language.
readingWacky Web Tales, is a fill-in-the-blanks story creator where readers can submit their own tales or read stories created by the publisher Houghton Mifflin. Included are links to Kids' Clubhouse, Teachers' Center, and Parents' Place. The Teachers' Center provides K-8 resources like activities, lesson plans, interactive games, projects and more from the Mathematics, Reading/Language Arts, Social Studies, or Science Centers.
readingFin, Fur and Feather Bureau of Investigation (FFFBI) Headquarters - This site uses interactive stories and original thinking games to get kids to solve mysteries and learn crucial problem solving skills such as using the Internet for research and investigation, reading, and writing. The project encourages exploration of a wide range of subjects from math and science to geography, genetics and history. Admittedly, it's also, as one kid wrote, "freaky weird." Thank goodness, there is a section for teachers which helps explain what's going on.
readingThis site provides teachers and parents with strategies to help children become good readers, writers, and learners. KidBibs includes learning tips updated weekly, age-appropriate book lists, links, a simple tool to create a personalized bookmark, and more.
readingWebtime Stories is an annotated hotlist of online stories, book and author resources, and online activites for people who love children's literature.
readingMonarch Publishers' author and artist (public school board members) website features their new children's book Jake and the Migration of the Monarch. It is a wonderful story about a young boy and his loving mother, exploring the marvels of the monarch butterfly migration. Their website is full of fun activities for children, wonderful music and songs, beautiful artwork. Very educational and includes teacher and parent guides for art, music, science, math, drama, dance, social studies, Spanish, and language arts.
readingVisit Narnia, the land created by C.S. Lewis in his seven book series, The Chronicles of Narnia. Created by HarperCollins Publishers, Inc., the site includes interactive maps, illustrations, and character sketches. Readers can take a short quiz after reading each of the first six books (offline). The Illustrating Narnia section contains information about various illustrators of the books, from Pauline Baynes to Chris Van Allsburg.
readingHundreds of free teacher created resources aligned with the Open Court Reading program.
readingStep into the world of Beatrix Potter and all of her characters. This graphic/audio intense site features fun online activities and reading for children.
readingChildren's author, Dav Pilkey, aka Sue Denim, has a unique and amusing website about himself and his stories. Also included is a section on jokes, interactive acitivies that include printable coloring sheets and games, and a section for teachers on how to use Dav's site as a teaching tool.
reading"Reading groups are a popular way for book lovers to get together to talk about books. Groups are formed in a variety of ways--through bookstores, organizations, and also privately with friends. Vintage Books has designed Reading Group Guides to enhance a group's reading and discussion of a book. They include a description of each book, questions, discussion topics, author biography, and sometimes a note from the author to assist the group in having a stimulating and interesting discussion." Most of the works are contemporary fiction best suited to adult groups or Advanced Placement English students.
readingWe at Book-A-Minute understand that your time is valuable. You want to experience the wonder and excitement of the fine art of literature, but reading actual books requires a significant time investment. We've got the solution for you. Our ultra-condensed books are just the ticket.
readingThis summer, I noticed that Harry Potter was a New York Bestseller (unprecedented for a children's book), and I ordered a copy to read to my 6-year old. Though my child usually has little patience with long chapter books, Harry won us over, and we're now reading book number three. Though the real thrill is in reading the book, Scholastic's site shares author information, discussion guides, and a reading circle.
readingThis collection of stories and tales from around the world includes a lesson plan and simple questions for each story. You can search the stories or see a complete list with descriptions, age range, and time required to read the story. Children are invited to illustrate selected stories and share their answers to end-of-story questions.
readingTake a walk down The Moonlit Road if you want to read or listen to interesting folktales presented at a state-of-the-art Website. Producer Craig Dominey and his team have taken a simple concept and created a quality contribution to the Web community. Beginning with compelling stories of the American South, then adding RealAudio versions read by celebrated stoytellers and appealing graphics, The Moonlit Road can be a satisfying detour for young children and lifelong learners alike. This is a good example of how artistically presented sites can also be user-friendly and quick-loading.
readingChapter One service makes first chapters, tables of contents, and other excerpts of books (including Newberry) on selected special interest topics available for browsing. Browse free -- there is no obligation to buy -- or you can order on-line.
readingIf your students love the book, Charlotte's Web, this site provides creative supplemental resources, a mystery quotes quiz, trivia crossword puzzles, and links to other Charlotte's Web sites. Created by Mrs. Taverna's 1998-1999 Second Grade, at Pocantico Hills School in Sleepy Hollow, New York.
readingBeautiful children’s book covers and illustrations from the early Post-revolution era in Russia.
gamesJoin the Boomerwolf Detective Agency and help solve a case, plus many more fun things to do at this site. gamesListen to cool stories online, build a beast in the game section, read poems, and have lots of fun at this amazing website. Games, stories, poems, and music - Inkless Tales has it all. Check it out! Awarded an American Library Association "Great Web Sites" Recommendation.