With the rise of teacher stressors, new and changing state
standards, and high-stakes testing, it is more important than ever
to remind literacy teachers and teacher-librarians about the reason
that brought them to this profession: the love of story. The Gift
of Story, by John Schu (affectionately known as "Mr. Schu" all over
reading communities), invites readers to consider literacy beyond
its academic benefits and explore how universal truths found in
stories can change us, inspire us, connect us to others, answer our
deepest questions, and even help us heal along the way. Using his
experience as a teacher, librarian, book lover, and story
ambassador, Mr. Schu asks readers to reflect on what it means to
share their hearts through stories and how it can connect us to
individuals and learning communities. The Gift of Story is
presented through a study of five affective elements: Healer,
Inspiration, Clarifier, Compassion, and Connector. Along the way,
readers will encounter insightful contributions from educators,
children's writers, and illustrators, as well as recommendations
for sharing the gift of story with learning communities including:
treasured book suggestions that stir reflection, engaging tips for
celebrating literacy, and heart-growing applications to lift
classroom and library practices. Celebrate the way we define and
imagine ourselves through literacy by using stories to connect to
others, build and strengthen community, and honor the children we
were called to teach.
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