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LANGUAGE ARTS/LITERACY
Wordless Books

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Description:
*pictures tell the whole story
*same book(s) can be enjoyed by children of
  different background and reading levels
*animal antics and realistic humor as common
  themes
Criteria:
*sequential organized plot
*detail appropriate for age level
*adequate prior knowledge of reader
  for understanding
*size appropriate for purpose
*appealing subject matter
Types:
*extensive detail
*fantasy (for older readers)
*historical comparisons
*collage
Uses:
*sequencing
*oral/written language skills
*creative thinking
*use by variety of ages
*large size appropriate for full class use