Teaching for Joy and Justice: Re-imagining the Language Arts Classroom
- ISBN-10
- 0942961439
- ISBN-13
- 9780942961430
- Category
- Education
- Pages
- 287
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2009
- Publisher
- Rethinking Schools
- Author
- Linda Christensen
Description
Presents a collection of essays and practical advice, including lesson plans and activities, to promote writing in all aspects of the curriculum.
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