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kathleen odean expert on children's & young adult books |
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contact Kathleen |
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MY WORKSHOPS
TTL SEMINARS: I give public workshops for teachers and librarians in the Northeast each fall. To view the schedule and register, please visit the TTL Seminars website. ON-SITE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS FOR SCHOOLS: I also give on-site workshops for schools, school districts, and conferences. Choose from one of the following three lively, practical all-day workshops to fit your needs. The workshops can be geared to grades 6-12, 6-8, 9-12, or any range between 6-12. Please email me for more information. THE BEST NEW YOUNG ADULT BOOKS In this popular workshop, I highlight the very best recently published books for young adults including a variety of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. I share practical activities and proven tips for promoting the books and integrating them into school programs. This lively, informative day gives participants a wealth of top new titles to share with students in the curriculum and for independent reading. The nonfiction in this workshop can be geared to the Common Core State Standards as can the handout. THE BEST YOUNG ADULT BOOKS OF THE DECADE The past decade has been a Golden Age in young adult books. This dynamic all-day workshop brings together the highest quality fiction, nonfiction, and poetry from those ten years. I introduce the best books for teaching and independent reading, along with effective strategies and activities to use with students. I connect YA fiction and the classics, and recommend books to draw in struggling and reluctant readers. The nonfiction in this workshop can be geared to the Common Core State Standards as can the handout. THE BEST NONFICTION YOUNG ADULT BOOKS Nonfiction for young adults has never been so good, with excellent writing and great visual elements in books on high-interest topics. This lively workshop highlights nonfiction that models exemplary research and expository writing, including literary nonfiction to meet ELA standards. I recommend outstanding books that work across the curriculum as well as titles with proven appeal to students—especially boys--for independent reading. The nonfiction in this workshop can be geared to the Common Core State Standards as can the handout. COMPONENTS OF ALL THE WORKSHOPS: Highly Recommended Books for Teens Practical Strategies and Activities Handout of Booklists and Resources Why Book an On-Site Workshop? Email with questions or to book Kathleen for your school or library. © 2012, Kathleen Odean, all rights reserved. |
