
Using Literary Nonfiction with Social Studies
The Social Studies Teacher Podcast · Kirsten Hammond, The Southern Teach LLC
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Show Notes
Teaching your students about biographies or autobiographies soon? You don't want to miss out on this jam-packed episode!
In this episode, we are going to talk about what literary nonfiction is some characteristics of this genre, some examples of literary nonfiction, some recommendations, why it's important, and also some activity ideas that you can implement in your classroom.
Episode Highlights
- What is literary nonfiction?
- Characteristics of literary nonfiction
- 3 examples of literary nonfiction
- Why is literacy nonfiction important for students?
- Book recommendations for 3rd through 5th grade
- Activity ideas for literary nonfiction units
Resources and Links
Literary Nonfiction Graphic Organizers
Black History Month Biography Bundle
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