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Read it Aloud! Tips, Tools and Techniques™
developed by Words That Cook, LLC and the
National Coalition for Educational and Cultural Programs, Inc.
to guide interactive read-aloud skill and strategy development
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Intended for education majors, paraprofessionals,
preservice and inservice teachers, librarians, those in the
childcare industry and anyone else who reads with children.
Read comments from those who have completed this course at our
Awards, Quotes & Testimonials page.
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Research tells us that talking with and reading aloud to children are perhaps the most essential and fundamental elements of developing their literacy skills. It also tells us that the more dynamic, engaging and thought-provoking these read-aloud experiences are, the greater the benefits to children.
During this course, you will learn techniques that actively engage children and ensure the most enjoyable and rich read-aloud experiences. You will become a compelling interactive reader who uses children's literature to promote language development, foster curiosity, expand knowledge and create a lasting desire to read. This interactive course allows you to learn at your own pace and offers current research-based models for both preservice and inservice teachers, as well as others involved in the lives of children from birth through middle school.
You will:
- Distinguish and practice age-appropriate book selection and read-aloud techniques
- Engage in dynamic reading that boosts fluency and comprehension
- Initiate wordplay that builds vocabulary, articulation and enjoyment
- Create read-aloud experiences that promote language development, enhance listening skills and increase attention spans
- Generate thinking and discussion around story elements and prediction
You will be guided by the textbook (Read it Aloud! A parent's guide to sharing books with young children by Monty Haas and Laurie Joy Haas), syllabus, expert audio recordings and assignment-specific rubrics. You will also be supported by and have access to an instructor via phone and E-mail and will receive a response to any inquiry within one business day. The course runs on an open enrollment basis. You will have three months to complete your coursework. Just about half of the assignments are recorded on audiocassette with at least one child participant, and half are done in writing. There are no prerequisites for this course.
You have the option of earning one of the following:
- 1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU)
- 20 PDPs
- 20 Training Hours (THs)
If you successfully complete all of your coursework focused on one age group (infant/toddler, preschool or school age) that focus can be specified on your certificate.
Read it Aloud! Tips, Tools & Techniques
supports national literacy standards of the U.S. Department of Education.
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More About Read it Aloud! Tips, Tools & Techniques
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This multisensory distance education course is designed to be interactive, practical and enjoyable. You will become familiar with literary devices, wordplay games and read-aloud techniques; apply what you learn through direct work with children; reflect on the results and assess your progress. The course developers took rigorous steps to ensure that the course is coherent, user-friendly and based on the latest research in literacy education.
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Course Materials
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Course Syllabus
The course syllabus provides course guidelines, learning objectives, assignment instructions and assignment-specific rubrics as well as relevant vocabulary, readings and tips.
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Textbook
The textbook – Read it Aloud! A parent's guide to sharing books with young children by Monty Haas and Laurie Joy Haas – offers practical guidance and instruction on read-aloud techniques, literary devices and wordplay games, as well as fresh ideas for expanding on books interactively.
~ Endorsed by the International Reading Association ~
“Read it Aloud! is fabulous. Everything about it from the design to the content is outstanding.”
– Jim Trelease, author of The Read Aloud Handbook
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Expert Audio Recordings
The expert audio recordings (provided on both CD and audiocassette) by the textbook authors expand upon the contents of the book to drive home practical tips drawn from their professional training workshops.
To utilize the course materials and complete assignments, you will need access to:
- E-mail
- a full-sized audiocassette recorder with a built-in microphone
- CD player (optional)
(A blank audiocassette and coursework submission tools are provided with the course materials.)
Approved for 1 CEU through the
Massachusetts Association for the Education of Young Children (MassAEYC)
MassAEYC is the nation's first professional association to approve early childhood related courses and to grant Continuing Education Unit (CEU) certificates to individuals who complete approved courses. MassAEYC is approved by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care to issue these certificates and has been doing so for more than 10 years. Students outside Massachusetts are advised to contact their state child care regulating agency to ensure recognition of the CEUs.
Approved for 20 Professional Development Points or 20 Training Hours through WTC
Words That Cook, LLC is authorized by the
MA Department of Education as a
Professional Development provider.
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Course Costs & Registration
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The figures below reflect all costs associated with taking this course.
Tuition, Materials & Fees $125.00
Shipping & Handling $ 10.00
Sales Tax $ 6.25 (for MA residents only)
Total Course Costs $135.00 ($141.25 for MA residents)
If your organization has special purchasing needs, please contact us.
We’ll make it work for you.
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For more information, contact Words That Cook, LLC.
774-885-2000 info@wordsthatcook.org
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