Below is a list of resources for teachers to utalize as foundations for these accessible novels. These can be used as defense for the novels or for the students. Use them as guides and share them with colleagues to promote a safe and accessible classroom and school environment.
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Rudine Sims Bishop's "Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors
Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors.pdfA foundational text that emphasizes the importance of inclusive topics through accessible literature in the classroom. These exposures promote students' awareness of their community, classmates, and the world. These novels can be a source of self-representation or a promotion of the awareness of differences.
Rene I. Ting's "Accessibility of Diverse Literature for Children in Libraries: A Literature Review"
Accessibility of Diverse Literature for Children in Libraries.pdfA journal article that eleborates on the importance of inclusive topics in accessible literature. This article illustrates the lack of inclusive topics within libraries (and classrooms). It also discuses the idea of mood influence through literature, which is a common topic for English teachers attempting to inspire a love for reading. While the studies are unclear, inferences can be made these methods on expansion can be applied to classroom libraries.
Sultan Turkan, Jerome Bicknell, and Andrew Croft's "Effective Practices for Developing Literacy Skills of English Language Learners in the English Language Arts Classroom"
EFFECTIVE PRACTICES FOR DEVELOPING THE LITERACY SKILLS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS CLASSROOM.pdfThis paper represents the more technical aspect of teaching ELL (English Language Learners) in the ELA (English Language Arts) classroom. The authors provide effective strategies through the analysis of linguistic practices and pedagogical practices, which can be applied to learning to read and write while engaging with the curriculum texts.
Kelli J. Esteves' "Assisted Reading with Digital Audiobooks for Students with
Reading Disabilities"
Assisted Reading with Digital Audiobooks for Students with Readin.pdfThis article highlights a study of young readers that compares SSR (sustained silent reading) with assisted reading through digital audiobooks. Within the article, the author explains that 80% of learners struggle with a learning disability that restricts reading comprehension. The study found that reading fluency and comprehension were amplified when students listened along with an audiobook.
The American Library Association is an amazing resource for English teachers. They keep an updated recording of important texts, dialog, world events, and active conversations regarding the world of literature. Look up any topic within the website, including inclusivity, accessibility, and banned books to read articles regarding the concept.
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