Ashton-Warner 1963

Ashton-Warner, Sylvia. 1963.Teacher. New York: Simon and Schuster. 224 pages. Location: Dallas SIL Library 130.15 A829t. Interest level: lay specialist.

Gives complete presentation including step-by-step description of the process of launching Maori (New Zealand) children into reading.

Captures learning style of Maori children and their spirit by having them make books by using "organic" words that carry high emotional context, such as "sky rocket," "skeleton," and "jet." They write autobiographical stories from their own world.

Places attention on context and focuses on spelling later. After reading their books, the children discuss them. Includes teacher-student dialogues.

Teaches reading and writing through what children experience. Reaches students and helps them bridge into their wider culture. (pages 11--60).

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