Return to Eduscapes  Riding the Reading Roller Coaster: Information Age Literacy for Elementary Students   Annette Lamb alamb@eduscapes.com   Information age literacy is like a reading roller coaster of opportunities. Although we often equate literacy with books, children are now reading ezines on the web and electronic books on CD. From historical events to contemporary issues, popular literature can bring reading and the world alive for students.   In this online workshop, explore how to connect popular children's and young adult literature with online reading projects, Internet resources, and technology-rich activities to promote information age reading.   Explore Literature- Internet Connections: Follow Student and Teacher Interests Locate and Create Book Reviews Read for Fun and Address a Standard Science - Reading Connections Social Studies - Reading Connections Expand a Subject Area Interest Promote Active Reading Reach Outside Your Classroom Explore Interesting Writing Formats Promote Online Reading Think as You Read Use, Adapt, and Create WebQuests Explore Genres, Themes, and Internet Connections: Use Reference Resources Think Magazines and Newspapers Try Animals and Reading/Writing Activities Read and Write Poetry Read and Write Mysteries Read and Write Informational Books Read and Write Adventures Read and Write Historical Fiction Read and Write Biographies    Created by Annette Lamb, 01/01