Los Cien Vestidos: An Instructional Guide for Literature - Paperback

by Jodene Lynn Smith (Author), Jodene Smith (Author)

This standards-based instructional guide for literature will support second language learners as they read the novel The Hundred Dresses, an inspirational story of a Polish girl who is bullied by her classmates for wearing the same dress every day. Using the engaging Spanish activities and lessons, students will learn how to use close reading techniques, respond to text-dependent questions, analyze the text to determine meaning, make summaries, and more. This invaluable resource with instructions in English for teachers is crucial to the support of the rich exploration of literature in today's classrooms.

Author Biography

Jody Smith, M.A., has worked for over 30 years in education, as both as classroom teacher and more recently as an instructional coach for kindergarten through second grade teachers. She supports teachers in understanding why and how to implement the science of reading in their literacy instruction. In addition, Jody develops curriculum and has authored a wide range of resources that translate educational research into practical classroom strategies, including What the Science of Reading Says: Literacy Strategies for Early Childhood.