"Reading and Writing Communities: Co-operative Literacy Learning in the Classroom" by Joelie Hancock explores the transformative power of collaborative learning in literacy education. The book emphasizes the importance of creating supportive classroom environments where students engage in cooperative reading and writing activities. Hancock provides practical strategies for teachers to foster community, enhance student engagement, and cultivate a love for literacy. By integrating social interaction with literacy tasks, educators can empower students to become confident readers and writers. The text serves as both a guide for teachers and a resource for developing rich, inclusive literacy practices that promote lifelong learning. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 134 pages in this book. This book was published in 1994 by Eleanor Curtain Publishing .

Susan Hill is the author of many books for children, including several My Readers and her acclaimed novel Whistle in the Dark . She lives in Portland, OR.