Abstract
In the field of education, we know from existing research that the literature students are exposed to has an impact on how they view themselves as students, as people, and as citizens of the society in which they live. It can have a lasting impact on their success in school, in work, and in their relationships with others. However, almost all research also shows that it’s not just about which books are taught, but how they are taught. For this project, I have designed a series of unit plans that can be used as a tool for any middle grades ELA teacher to use within their classroom. The unit plan draws on existing research and will specifically focus on how to effectively incorporate and teach diverse literature in the classroom.
Semester/Year of Award
Fall 2020
Mentor
Emily Zuccaro
Mentor Department Affiliation
Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership
Access Options
Open Access Thesis
Document Type
Bachelor Thesis
Degree Name
Honors Scholars
Degree Level
Bachelor's
Department
Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership
Department Name when Degree Awarded
Curriculum and Instruction
Recommended Citation
Heinrich, Katheryn A., "Incorporating Diverse Literature Into the Middle Grades Classroom" (2020). Honors Theses. 778.
https://encompass.eku.edu/honors_theses/778
