by Ruth Culham

(3+)
Focused stories and tightly woven text are hallmarks of the kind of writing we want students to master, so it makes sense that picture books can serve as great models for teaching writing traits. In this essential resource, Ruth has compiled descriptions of more than 200 new and classic books that will delight you and your students AND serve to inspire powerful writing. Best of all, this collection is organized by the 7 traits. Ruth also presents 32 step-by-step, trait-focused lessons based on specific books.
(3 & Up) 144 pp.