Beyond retelling : toward higher-level thinking and big ideas /

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by Cunningham, Patricia Marr.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Smith, Debra Renner. Published by : Pearson/Allyn and Bacon, (Boston :) Physical details: viii, 136 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. Subject(s): Thought and thinking -- Study and teaching. Year : 2008 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Education Learning Commons PRO 370.152 CUN Available

Includes bibliographical references (p. 119) and index.

Why higher level thinking? -- The big question, the big idea and deep thinking -- A sample thinking theme lesson -- Making the concept of theme kid-friendly -- Linking characters to theme -- Teaching children to write responses about characters and theme -- A sample lesson comparing theme across two selections -- Organizing for thinking theme lessons across the year.