The Oklahoma Reader Volume 59 Issue 2 Fall 2023 by Oklahoma Reader

ISSN 2640-1649 (online) ISSN 0030-1833 (print)

VOLUME NO. 59 // ISSUE 2 // FALL 2023

THE OKLAHOMA READER YOUR STARTSTODAY TODAY YOUR LITERACY LITERACY JOURNEY JOURNEY STARTS

A PUBLICATION OF THE OKLAHOMA LITERACY ASSOCIATION

Finding inspiration through reading and writing

Contents 3 Editors’ Overview and Introductions 5 Letter from the OKLA Chair 7 Insights & Highlights from ILA 11 Focus on Literature 22 Policy and Advocacy 26 Teacher to Teacher 88 Call for Proposals / Guidelines 90 OKLA Reader Staff 91 OKLA Leadership Conference

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Every Day is Earth Day Jacey Chakrabarty

What Effect Do E-Readers have on Comprehension? Veronica Pinion

Addressing the Literacy Needs of English Learners in the Classroom: Effective Instructional Strategies and Resources for Educators Veronica Aguinaga Guidelines for Choosing Appropriate Picture Books for Integrating Math and Literacy Instruction Jill Davis, K. Nicole Pearce, and DiAnn McDown Tale as Old as Time: Balancing Digital Texts and Print-Based Practices Matthew Panozzo and Liza LaRue 2

Welcome! FROM THE EDITORS

“Welcome to the fall issue of the Oklahoma Reader. Although the journal is under new editorship because of a new term, we will continue to keep the same quality of articles and interest level for our readers. Thank you to the previous editors Barbara McClanahan, Susan Morrison, and Maribeth Nottingham who served these past three years and chose themes that are so important to the field of literacy. Please read our biographies below to get to know us better. --Dana Oliver, DiAnn McDown, Mary Sloat, and Kelly Baker Dr. Dana Oliver is a Literacy Education Assistant Professor and Reading Specialist Program Coordinator at Southwestern Oklahoma State University, where she enjoys working with undergraduate preservice elementary, early childhood, and special education teachers, as well as graduate students seeking a reading specialist degree. Through affiliate work with Southwestern College of Winfield, Kansas, she leads doctoral candidates through the processes of developing and implementing dissertation research. Her own research endeavors focus on understanding the affectual domain’s influence on the cognitive processes and outcomes of reading engagement, implementing effective supports for novice teachers, and understanding the reading habits, attitudes, and beliefs of students. Her most enjoyed activities as a professional in the field of literacy include teaching in the university classroom, providing and organizing professional development for surrounding K-12 school districts, and presenting at conferences across the nation. She is involved with many professional organizations including the Literacy Research Association (LRA) and the International Literacy Association (ILA). She serves on the board of the Oklahoma Literacy Association (OKLA) as chair-elect and conference chair for the 2024 OKLA conference. She is the immediate past-chair of the Oklahoma Higher Education Reading Council (OHERC) and a board member of the ILA’s Concern for Affect in Reading Education Special Interest Group (CARE SIG). Dr. Oliver serves as a board member of the Oklahoma Tourette Association and locally on the Weatherford Public Library Local Advisory Board and the Friends of The Weatherford Public Library Board. For the ILA, Dr. Oliver serves as a reviewer and team-leader within the National Recognition Program and engages in peer-reviews for The Reading Teacher and Journal of Adolescent and Adult Literacy. Her own articles have been published in ILA’s Literacy Today magazine and within the peer-reviewed journals of The Oklahoma Reader, College Student Journal, and The Chronicle of Mentoring & Coaching. She has received a Distinguished Dissertation Award from the Association of Teacher Educators of Kansas and the Davinci Institute Fellowship Award for her endeavors to advance the knowledge and pedagogical practices of alternatively and emergencycertified teachers. Dr. Oliver brings passion and creativity to a literacy-centered profession that advances the knowledge and abilities of literacy teachers while also enjoying and nurturing relationships between colleagues and students.

Dr. DiAnn Cargile McDown is a professor in the Elementary Education Program of the Curriculum & Instruction Department at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond. Before completing a doctorate in Reading and Literacy at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) in Huntsville,TX, DiAnn taught school in Clinton, Oklahoma for 12 years. She also worked as a doctoral teaching & research assistant for several years while completing her degree at SHSU. She has a master's in Elementary Education from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. DiAnn holds current Oklahoma certifications in Elementary Education K-8, MS Language Arts, Special Education and TX Language Arts & Reading certification.

Over the past 15 years, DiAnn has presented numerous research and professional development presentations at local, state, and national conferences, including Association for Literacy Educators & Researchers (ALER), National Association for Early Childhood Teacher Educators (NAECTE), Oklahoma Literacy Association (OKLA), Rocky Mountain Education Research Association (RMERA), and Multicultural Education Institute (MEI). DiAnn’s article “Teaching Inference Using Scavenger Hunts of Text During Close Reading” was published in the Fall 2022 Issue of The Oklahoma Reader.

MEET THE EDITORS, Continued DiAnn currently serves as PI in a grant project designed to benefit future OK educators. Her team received the 2023 Oklahoma State Regents of Higher Ed Collegiate Grant Award for their proposal Paraprofessional Residency to Educator Pathway (PREP): Developing Oklahoma’s Teacher Workforce. This grant will help support paraprofessionals working in Oklahoma public schools who want to complete their education to become comprehensively trained and fully licensed teachers in Oklahoma schools. DiAnn will serve as the liaison for this UCO Elementary Education program expected to begin in Summer 2024. DiAnn has actively served as an officer or member of many literacy organizations over the years, including the Oklahoma Higher Education Reading Council (OHERC), the Oklahoma Literacy Association (OKLA), the Association of Literacy Educators & Researchers (ALER), the National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators (NAECTE), the National Association of the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the International Literacy Association (ILA). DiAnn is the 2023-24 Chair for OHERC. She has a passion for teacher prep and writing, and is excited to embark on this newest adventure as co-editor of The Oklahoma Reader. Dr. Mary Sloat is a high school English teacher at Garber Public Schools, where she teaches 9-12 grades and is the National Honor Society Sponsor and yearbook advisor. She has taught twenty-seven years in both public and private schools. She has served as Lead Writer for the ELA Curriculum Framework Project and the Secondary ELA Content Review Team for the Oklahoma State Department of Education. She is currently serving on the Resolutions Committee for the Oklahoma Education Association and will start serving a three-year term as an Ambassador of Freedom for the Freedoms Foundation in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, in 2024. She has presented at the University Council on Educational Administration in Seattle, WA; the International Conference on Education and Social Development in Dallas, TX; and the Conference on Academic Research in Education at UNLV. Dr. Sloat has contributed articles on T. Thomas Fortune to the Encyclopedia of American Race Riots and Frederick Douglass to the Encyclopedia of the Reconstruction Era. She has also contributed to the Journal of Education and Social Development. Dr. Sloat has presented workshops to fellow high school teachers in the Enid area. Her dissertation “Educators Who Turned to Politics in Oklahoma after 2018” allowed her to conduct an in-depth study of these specific legislators and their decision-making processes at the Capitol. She was inspired by their passion for education and ability to have significant influence on laws that promote best-educational practices in the state. She is a member of the Garber Education Association; Oklahoma Education Association; National Education Association; Oklahoma Literacy Council; Oklahoma Council of Teachers of English; and the National Council of Teachers of English. Dr. Sloat enjoys spending her summers traveling with friends and family to historical places across the United States. She also treasures hearing from her former students who contribute to the workforce around the world. Dr. Kelly Baker is a Professor of Early Childhood Education at the University of Central Oklahoma. With 35+ years of involvement in the profession, Dr. Baker continues to focus on the provision of high-quality classroom experiences for all children from birth to 8 years of age. Dr. Baker’s teaching experience includes pre-k, kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades. She is particularly passionate about promoting supportive early literacy experiences for all young children, both in their homes and in their classrooms. Dr. Baker currently serves on the editorial board for the Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education. She is the current Foundation President for the National Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators (NAECTE). She has been an active member of NAECTE for 30 years, and has served as the NAECTE President as well as the Vice President for Conferences. Dr. Baker was also one of a fifteen-member task force comprised of early childhood leaders representing fifteen national organizations. That task force, convened by the National

Association for the Education of Young Children and entitled, Power to the Profession, resulted in the creation of The Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs. Dr. Baker is also an active member of the Oklahoma Association of Early Childhood Teacher Educators (OAECTE), and participates with other OAECTE members in regular visits to the Oklahoma State Capitol; during those visits, she enjoys hosting students as they learn to advocate for the children of Oklahoma and their teachers. Dr. Baker was once honored by her OAECTE colleagues by being named the Outstanding Early Childhood Teacher Educator. Dr. Baker has presented numerous posters and papers at the local, state and national level during her career. She continues to be a curious, engaged learner and regularly visits classrooms to observe and interact with children; whenever she gets the opportunity, she loves to share a good book with those children! When she isn’t teaching or studying, Dr. Baker loves reading for pleasure, decorating, eating good food, and most of all, spending time with her husband, her children, and their dog, Buddy.

Letter from Sharon Morgan Chair, Oklahoma Literacy Association

Greetings and warm wishes to each of you! It is with great excitement and enthusiasm that I step into the role of Chair for the Oklahoma Literacy Association (OKLA) for the 2023-2024 school year. My name is Sharon Morgan, and I am honored to have the opportunity to lead this organization in its mission to foster literacy and cultivate a genuine love for reading. I bring with me a variety of experiences in the field of literacy education. My own journey began as a 1st-grade teacher, where I had the privilege of guiding eager young learners through the transformative journey of learning to read. Witnessing the spark of comprehension in their eyes as they unlocked the world of words is nothing short of magical. These early experiences taught me the importance of literacy and instilling a joy of reading and writing in every student. As the Program Director for Early Childhood and Elementary Literacy at the Oklahoma State Department of Education, I am proud to be part of a state that invests in literacy. Over the last two years, over 5,000 Oklahoma educators have participated in LETRS training. A new team of 15 literacy coordinators and specialists will be working across the state to support schools in improving literacy. Oklahoma has revised the Oklahoma Academic Standards for English Language Arts and Frameworks to ensure they reflect the most current research. Oklahoma has also released a new Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Handbook to support educators and families in meeting the unique needs of all students. I am honored to be involved in shaping literacy initiatives and strategies that impact our students' growth. However, what truly lies at the heart of my journey is my dedication to teaching and nurturing young minds to become confident and proficient readers and writers.

Across our state, I've had the privilege to witness the exceptional work that educators and administrators are doing in literacy instruction. Their dedication to cultivating a love for reading and writing among students is truly inspiring. From engaging lessons that captivate even the most reluctant readers to innovative strategies that awaken curiosity and creativity, Oklahoma's educators are shaping the future of our children through literacy. In this new capacity as OKLA’s Chair, I am eager to build upon the legacy that the Oklahoma Literacy Association has carved out. Just as our dedicated educators inspire students each day, I am committed to championing the cause of literacy. As Frederick Douglass so eloquently put it in one of my favorite quotes, "Once you learn to read, you will forever be free." Thank you for your continued support and commitment to literacy education. Together, we can ignite a passion for reading in the hearts of Oklahoma's students and empower them to embrace a future of limitless possibilities. With warm regards, Sharon Morgan Chair, Oklahoma Literacy Association Program Director, Early Childhood and Elementary Literacy, Oklahoma State Department of Education

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The Oklahoma Reader welcomes manuscripts that support the growth and development of classroom teachers, reading specialists, and other literacy professionals throughout their careers. Considering that the main audience of The Oklahoma Reader consists of PreK‐12 teachers, manuscripts that offer practical ideas for successful literacy instruction are encouraged and prioritized. The Oklahoma Reader seeks the following submissions:

Instructions for Submission: Authors are required to submit only unpublished articles not under review by any other publication. Manuscripts should be typed, double spaced, not right justified, not hyphenated, and should follow APA, 7th Edition guidelines (Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association). Reference pages will not be included in total word count. Tables and graphs can be used when necessary. Manuscripts will be reviewed anonymously by three members of The Oklahoma Reader Editorial Review Board. Manuscripts are evaluated on the basis of clarity, interest, organization, content, and style. If accepted, revisions may be requested. The editors reserve the right to revise and/or edit all copies. Submit the manuscript electronically as a Word document attached to an e‐mail message addressed to oklahomareader@gmail.com. Submit a separate cover page with the article title, professional affiliation, complete address, e‐mail, and phone number of the author(s).

Literacy Columns: submissions of 500-1,000 words. Off the Shelf: Book reviews which summarize and review professional development literature or children's literature titles. These book reviews may feature a summary and critique of the book content, and/or approaches to implementing in teaching. Celebrating Literacy: Submissions which highlight and celebrate school, personnel, and student successes and/or innovations that promote literacy. An excellent opportunity to recognize supportive members of school communities. Diverse Learners: Succinct description of evidence-based ideas and strategies for effective teaching and learning which target the specific needs of diverse learners (i.e. Multi-language and English Learners, learners of varying academic ability, students with exceptionalities, and specific, diverse backgrounds and personal experiences). Tech Talk: Incorporating current and/or new technology in literacy instruction. The benefits of digital and media instruction can be included. Policy & Advocacy: Submissions which focus on current Oklahoma and/or federal legislation related to literacy, existing policies which relate to literacy, and/or suggested responses to proposed legislation. Intended to support positive, informed advocacy efforts of OKLA membership. T

GUIDELINES FOR AUTHORS for The Oklahoma Reader Submission deadline for Spring 2024 issue: January 31 , 2024

Guidelines for Authors, Continued Teacher to Teacher: submissions of 1,500-4,000 words. Submit descriptions of research-based teaching activities that have helped students learn an essential literacy skill, concept, strategy, or attitude. Submissions should include an integration of research supporting the activity with the following format: Title Purpose of activity, including the literacy skill, concept, strategy, or attitude the students will learn. For the teaching activity, please include examples and sufficient detail so someone could effectively implement the activity. Research Summary: submissions of 1,000-2,000 words. Literature review summarizing current and relevant research, books, and articles which explain and evaluate literacy topics of interest. Literacy Research: submissions of 3,000-7,000 words. Submit descriptions of research or inquiry conducted in classrooms. Submissions should align with the following format: Abstract of no more than 250 words which summarizes the research questions, methods, and findings of the study. Description of the central questions, current literature, theoretical framework, participants, methodology, findings and recommendations, and discussion of limitations and implications.

Membership in the Oklahoma Literacy Association (OKLA) gives all persons interested in literacy education the opportunity to develop and support literacy initiatives and activities at the local, state, national, and international levels. Opportunities to participate in activities that support quality professional development, partnerships with other agencies advocating for literacy, research, as well as the promotion of quality instruction, materials, and policies are all extended and enriched through membership in OKLA. We invite you to become a member of the Oklahoma Literacy Association if you are not yet a member! Membership information can be found here. https://www.oklahomaliteracy.org

VOLUME 59

ISSUE 2

FALL 2023

THE OKLAHOMA READER A JOURNAL OF THE OKLAHOMA LITERACY ASSOCIATION, AN AFFILIATE OF THE INTERNATIONAL LITERACY ASSOCIATION Editors

Dana Oliver DiAnn McDown Mary Sloat Kelly Baker

Southwestern Oklahoma State University University of Central Oklahoma Garber High School University of Central Oklahoma

Editorial Review Board

Jill Davis Linda McElroy Melissa Brevetti Keith Higa Kim Duck

University of Central Oklahoma University of Sciences & Arts of Oklahoma OSHRE University of Central Oklahoma University of Central Oklahoma

Claudia Otto Kristan Nicole Pearce Holly Rice Lynn Schroeder Jill Tussey Ashley Valencia-Pate Amanda Wilson

Oklahoma State University Texas A& M University-Commerce Cameron University Sequoyah Public Schools Buena Vista University-Iowa Oklahoma State University Oral Roberts University

Oklahoma Literacy Association Officers Chair Chair Elect Treasurer Past Chair ILA Coordinator

Sharon Morgan Dana Oliver

Oklahoma State Dept. of Education Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Liz Willner

Oklahoma City University

Eileen Richardson

Cameron University

Marie Farley

Oklahoma Baptist University