Tip #143 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents (McKinley, Trombly) - Compare and Contrast
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly. #143 Compare and Contrast Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely. ~Rodin It is becoming increasingly popular to select a much-loved children’s book and transform it into a movie. Given a choice ( seeing the movie or reading the book), most children would choose to see the movie. As a parent, you have an opportunity to encourage your child to get the most out of the movie while also increasing writing skills in an authentic way. Take a trip to the library or bookstore with your child and find th...