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Hands-on literacy books for classroom teachers & administratorsCelia Genishi and Donna E. Alvermann, EditorsDorothy S. Strickland, Founding Editor15Literacy in the Welcoming ClassroomCreating Family–School PartnershipsThat Support Student Learning (Grades K through 5)JoBeth Allen / Foreword by Katherine and Randy Bomer“If all schools could put these ideas into play, I have no doubt thatchildren’s reading achievement would soar.”—Anne T. Henderson, Annenberg Institute for School ReformNearly every reform effort espouses the importance of “parentinvolvement.” This research-based guide is essential reading forteachers and administrators who want to make welcoming classroomsa reality. With a focus on literacy instruction, it showcases stories of what works when teachersin elementary school classrooms throughout the country partner with families across culturaland language differences. The author showcases effective strategies that educators can adaptto fit their own school communities. This book is perfect for professional study groups, parent–teacher discussions, and whole-school workshops.2010 / 120 pp. / Paper, $22.95 / 5077-3 large format, photosDIY Media in the ClassroomNew Literacies Across Content Areas(Middle- through High-School)Barbara Guzzetti, Kate Elliott, and Diana WelschForeword by Shannon DeckerThis book shows teachers how to bring students’ Do-It-Yourself mediapractices into the classroom (Grades 6–12). In one accessible resource,the authors explain DIY media, identify their appealing features for contentarea instruction, and describe the literacy skills and strategies theypromote. This book links to a blog for teacher study groups and frequentupdates on adolescent media practices:adolescentsdiy.blogspot.com.Chapters address: Adolescents’ DIY Media as New Literacies; Blogs; Social Networking andSocial Media Sites; Video Games, Machinima, and Virtual Worlds; YouTube and Video SharingSites; Informational Wikis and Online Resources; Fan Fiction, Fan Art, and Web Comics; Zinesand Indie Music; DIY Media, Assessment, Achievement and Ethics.2010 / 144 pp. / Paper, $24.95 / 5079-7 large format, photosBring It to ClassUnpacking Pop Culture in Literacy Learning(Grades 4 through 12)Margaret C. Hagood, Donna E. Alvermann, and Alison Heron-HrubyForeword by Kylene Beers“A must-read for teacher educators who have a responsibility to preparepresent and future teachers to deliver instruction that capitalizes ontheir students’ rich, diverse experiences with popular culture texts.”—Shelley Hong Xu, California State University, Long BeachWith accessible theoretical grounding and many practical examples,the authors speak to both skeptical instructors who favor traditional canonical literatureand to technology enthusiasts who already use popular music or video in their classrooms.Each chapter includes teacher, administrator, media specialist, librarian, and student voices;classroom activities; adaptable lessons; and professional study-group questions.2010 / 112 pp. / Paper, $22.95 / 5061-2 large format, photosOrder online www.tcpress.com Order by phone 800.575.6566