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INTERACTIONS * 1 HOUR * LEVEL 2

The Wonderful Author of Oz

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Course Overview

L. Frank Baum is commonly known as the author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz but he has created an impressive list of children’s literature. His work combines fantastical lands with ordinary elements to create a world of fictional possibilities. This training examines his work as an author and explains how and why to incorporate it in a school-age program to enhance interactions with children and youth. Included are peer discussions, lesson plan examples, videos and suggestions for using his books.
A special thank you to Aurora Tollestrup, BS Ed for developing the curriculum for this course. 
Level
2
  • Washington STARS credit: Interactions with Children and Youth (1 hour)
  • CDA Content Area: Advancement of Physical and Intellectual Development (1 hour)
Objectives
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After completing the required reading and course content participants will:
  • Explain a method for story retelling in response to a lesson plan example
  • Identify the connections between Next Generation Science Standards and a STEM lesson plan
  • Analyze lesson plan examples for use in the classroom in response to multiple lesson plans
  • Reflect on quality interactions with children and youth as part of a peer discussion
  • Identify the main theme of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz from a multiple choice question
  • Determine how The Wonderful Wizard of Oz supports a child's developing self-trust

​Meet the Trainer for this Course ​​​

Aurora Tollestrup, BS Ed
​Aurora Tollestrup graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and a minor in English. Aurora has taught several grades in both public and private schools and enjoys working with students, families and teachers from all backgrounds. Her hobbies include traveling, reading and history as well as enjoying the Pacific Northwest with her family and two spoiled dogs. She believes that educators with a passion for the success of their students need tremendous support and that is where her focus lies. 
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​Aurora is a full time Curriculum and Instruction Specialist with Successful Solutions Training in Child Development.
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