Professional Literature Templates

Article #1

Bib. Information (APA Lysaker, J., Wheat, J., Benson, E. (2010). Childrens Spontaneous Play in Writers
Formatting): Workshop. Journal of Early Childhood Literacy, 10 (2), 209-229. DOI:
10.1177/1468798410363835.

Author(s) Affiliation: University faculty and a teacher

JUDITH T. LYSAKER Butler University, USA

JENNIFER WHEAT Indiana University, USA
EMILY BENSON Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township, USA

Type of Resource: Scholarly article that presents a research study

(Scholarly /Trade/Other)

Summary of essential This research article describes the relationship between literacy and play and how it
information: applies to students in kindergarten and first grade while theyre learning to read and
write.

Way in which this This article discusses the findings from research. The data revealed children being
source influences the playful in three ways that are discussed in depth.
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)

Potential relevance to The research article goes into great detail explaining all aspects of the research process
your research topic and as well as the specific events that lead to a positive connection between play and
study: literacy during Writers Workshop.

Stage of action research Findings/Conclusions-to support or refute your findings, suggesting how your
where the source will findings are similar to or different than what is presented in the professional literature
be used:

Article #2
Bib. Information (APA Dickinson, D. K., Porche, M. V. (2011). Relation Between Language Experiences in
Formatting): Preschool Classrooms and Childrens Kindergarten and Fourth-Grade Language and
Reading Abilities. Child Development, 82, (3), 870-886.

Author(s) Affiliation: University faculty

David K. Dickinson-Vanderbilt University

Michelle V. Porche-Wellesley Centers for Women, Wellesley College

Type of Resource: Scholarly article that presents a research study

(Scholarly /Trade/Other)

Summary of essential This article discusses the relation between teacher talk during early childhood
information: experiences and how it affects the language and reading abilities of children in
kindergarten through fourth grade.

Way in which this The research entailed detailed observations and audio recordings of the teacher and
source influences the childs conversations and the verbiage the teacher used. Researchers found that
field related to your preschool teachers use of sophisticated vocabulary during free play were directly
inquiry (ex. Math related to reading comprehension and word recognition later in kindergarten-fourth
teaching/learning grade.
elementary)

Potential relevance to This article reports the results of a longitudinal study that identifies features of teacher-
your research topic and child interactions in early childhood that relate to the development of language and
study: literacy of children from low-income families.

Stage of action research Background-to build researcher understanding of the topic/presence in the field.
where the source will
be used:

Article #3

Bib. Information (APA Walker, T. D. (2015). The Joyful, Illiterate Kindergarteners of Finland. Retrieved from
Formatting): https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2015/10/the-joyful-illiterate-
kindergartners-of-finland/408325/
Author(s) Affiliation: Journalist

Type of Resource: Trade article intended to inform teachers and educators daily practice
(Scholarly /Trade/Other)

Summary of essential The difference between the American kindergarten experience and the Finland
information: kindergarten experience.

Way in which this -How children learn so well through play.

source influences the
field related to your -How play can benefit literacy
inquiry (ex. Math -Play is being emphasized more than ever in Finlands curriculum
teaching/learning
elementary)

Potential relevance to This article gives a lot of wonderful information about how essential play is to
your research topic and learning. It goes into detail about research thats being conducted about play-based
study: literacy instruction and provides research study results that prove the benefits play has
on all areas of development including literacy.

Stage of action research Background-to build researcher understanding of the topic/presence in the field.
where the source will
be used: Design-to aid researcher in developing action research question or intervention

Data Collection/Analysis Methodology-to support researcher in making decisions

about data collection or analysis

Findings/Conclusions-to support or refute your findings, suggesting how your

findings are similar to or different than what is presented in the professional
literature

Implications/Action Planning-to support or refute your plans for future teaching.

Article #4

Bib. Information Mielonen, A. M., & Paterson, W. (2009). Developing Literacy through Play. Journal of
(APA Formatting): Inquiry & Action in Education, 3(1). Retrieved September 11, 2017, from
http://digitalcommons.buffalostate.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1020&context=jiae

Author(s) Affiliation: Students conducting research. Alissa Mielonen from Buffalo State College and Wendy
Paterson from St. John Fisher College.
Type of Resource: Scholarly article that presents a research study and the article offers successful strategies
(Scholarly /Trade/Other) that teachers can use during play that will enhance reading and writing skills in young
children.

Summary of essential This article summarizes a study that was done to examine how children develop literacy
information: through play. The research was done to study the benefits of uninterrupted play and how
it affects language development and skills. The study offers successful strategies to use
during play that will enhance reading and writing skills in young children.

Quotes that stand out:

-When children play and communicate through play, they are learning how language
works and gaining an understanding of how to interact with other people. Eventually,
children connect the meaning of spoken language to written language, which is the key
to success in school (p. 2).

-Researchers assert that play enhances a childs emotional, social and cognitive
development. Researchers also agree that a play environment that is rich in literacy can
develop early literacy skills within young children (p. 5).

-Symbolic play encourages literacy development by facilitating childrens knowledge of

how sounds and symbols work as they communicate in the play setting (p. 7).

Way in which this -How children develop literacy through play

source influences the
field related to your -How uninterrupted play encourages language development
inquiry (ex. Math -This article is published in the Journal of Inquiry & Action in Education
teaching/learning
elementary)

Potential relevance to -Discusses specific studies, researchers, and theorists who have examined the
your research topic relationship between play and literacy
and study:

Stage of action Background-to build researcher understanding of the topic/presence in the field.
research where the
source will be used: Design-to aid researcher in developing action research question or intervention

Data Collection/Analysis Methodology-to support researcher in making decisions about

data collection or analysis

Findings/Conclusions-to support or refute your findings, suggesting how your findings

are similar to or different than what is presented in the professional literature

Implications/Action Planning-to support or refute your plans for future teaching.

 Article #5

Bib. Information Wood, L. D. (2014, May). Holding on to Play: Reflecting on Experiences as a Playful K-3
(APA Formatting): Teacher. Retrieved September 14, 2017, from
http://www.naeyc.org/yc/files/yc/file/201405/YC0514_Holding_on_to_Play_Wood_0.pdf

Author(s) The author is an associate instructor and doctoral candidate in the Curriculum and
Affiliation: Instruction, Early Childhood and Art Education program at Indiana University in
Bloomington. She has taught in public and private schools and her research focuses on
play, creativity, the Reggio Emilia experience, the ethics of care, and qualitative and arts-
based research methods.

Type of Resource: Scholarly article that presents a research study and a trade article intended to inform
(Scholarly /Trade/Other) teachers and educators daily practice.

Summary of The author, Lisa Wood, spent a few years exploring the theory and research behind play
essential and its relationship to curriculum and practice. Wood discusses the importance of play in
information: the classroom and in the lives of young children. She provides many strategies on how to
provide opportunities for play and keep it important in guiding philosophies.

Quotes that stand out:

-Children need advocates for play, while teachers need a village to support their role as
play-based early childhood education advocates. Moreover, teachers need the support of a
village to empower and nurture their ongoing efforts to provide developmentally
appropriate play experiences (p. 3).

-Play transforms our practice, our play advocacy, and ourselves. Play energizes us and
enlivens us. It eases our burdens. It renews our natural sense of optimism and opens us up
to new possibilities (p. 7).

-Play helps us reach our maximum development and neurological potential by

contributing positively to our physical, emotional, psychological, and social development
(p. 5).

Way in which this -The importance of play

source influences
the field related to -Strategies on how to incorporate play into the curriculum
your inquiry (ex. -Documentation and research based findings
Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance The research that the author conducted relates directly to my topic. The author has first
to your research hand experience and also did a study on play, the theory and research behind it, and its
topic and study: relationship to curriculum and practice. She also lists the type of documentation she used
to show the role of play in the learning process.

Stage of action Background-to build researcher understanding of the topic/presence in the field.
research where the
source will be used: Data Collection/Analysis Methodology-to support researcher in making decisions about
data collection or analysis

Findings/Conclusions-to support or refute your findings, suggesting how your findings

are similar to or different than what is presented in the professional literature

Implications/Action Planning-to support or refute your plans for future teaching.

Article #6

Bib. Information (APA Williams, S. (2014, January 7). Can We Play Now? Literacy Daily. Retrieved September
Formatting): 20, 2017, from https://literacyworldwide.org/blog/literacy-daily/2014/01/07/can-we-
play-now-

Author(s) Affiliation: Sam Williams is a kindergarten teacher, published author, and professional
development writer and trainer.

Type of Resource: Scholarly article that presents a research study and informs teachers and educators
(Scholarly /Trade/Other) daily practice.

Summary of essential The author discusses why play is so important in early childhood. Williams provides
information: great suggestions on how to incorporate play-based learning into the classroom. He
provides a statement from NAEYC to back up his words. He talks about how play-
based learning helps children to learn.

Quotes that stand out:

-The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) states that
children learn in a variety of ways, play is an important vehicle for developing self-
regulation, and promoting language, cognition, and social competence. It also states
that childrens experiences shape their motivation and approaches to learning
(NAEYC, 2013).
 -Play-based learning helps children to learn from their peers. Children learn to take
turns, be flexible in their interactions, solve problems, negotiate conflict, create
common goals, delay gratification and build stronger oral language skills.

- Many of us have also seen an increase in behavior issues in our classrooms. There
are a multitude of reasons that we are seeing an increase in negative behaviors. I
believe one of the biggest reasons is that our students are pushed too hard and do not
have an opportunity to learn to self-regulate through play and social interaction.
Way in which this -Author is a kindergarten teacher
source influences the
field related to your -Discusses the importance of play in the classroom
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)

Potential relevance to I found myself reading his article and being able to relate with most of what he said.
your research topic and The author provides very specific and helpful suggestions on how to incorporate play-
study: based learning into the classroom.

Stage of action research Background-to build researcher understanding of the topic/presence in the field.
where the source will
be used: Findings/Conclusions-to support or refute your findings, suggesting how your
findings are similar to or different than what is presented in the professional literature

Implications/Action Planning-to support or refute your plans for future teaching.

Article #7

Bib. Information (APA Sharp, A. C., Escalante, D. L., & Anderson, G. T. (2012). Literacy Instruction in
Formatting): Kindergarten: Using the Power of Dramatic Play. California English, 18(2), 16-18.
Retrieved from http://web.b.ebscohost.com.proxy-
wcupa.klnpa.org/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=6&sid=60972ccb-03c8-4b5d-93ac-
78d0ef7b390b%40sessionmgr101

Author(s) Affiliation: Associate professors and a program coordinator for Early Childhood Education programs.
All three authors work at Utah Valley University.

Type of Resource: This is a trade article intended to inform teachers and educators daily practice.
(Scholarly /Trade/Other)
Summary of essential The article states that integrating dramatic play in the classroom engages the students
information: emotionally in the learning process. The authors give an example of a kindergarten
teacher (Mrs. Morgan) who incorporates the arts into her curriculum and classroom.
Mrs. Morgan teaches foundational literacy skills by including the use of dramatic play in
her lessons.
Way in which this -Discusses the importance of play in the classroom
source influences the
field related to your -Discusses how to incorporate dramatic play into literacy lessons
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)
Potential relevance to The article gives concrete examples of how dramatic play can help teach foundational
your research topic and literacy skills. The authors describe how to integrate play-based teaching methods with
study: direct instruction.
Stage of action research Background-to build researcher understanding of the topic/presence in the field.
where the source will be Data Collection/Analysis Methodology-to support researcher in making decisions about
used: data collection or analysis
Findings/Conclusions-to support or refute your findings, suggesting how your findings are
similar to or different than what is presented in the professional literature
Implications/Action Planning-to support or refute your plans for future teaching.

Article #8

Bib. Information (APA Pickett, L. (2002). Literacy Learning Through Play in a Primary Classroom. Retrieved
Formatting): from https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED476408.pdf

Author(s) Affiliation: Dr. Picket is an assistant professor at the University of North Florida, and a former
kindergarten and first grade teacher.

Type of Resource: Scholarly article that presents a research study.

(Scholarly /Trade/Other)

Summary of essential A research study was conducted in a first grade classroom to investigate potential
information: opportunities for literacy learning during play. Data showed that children did in fact
use reading and writing in meaningful ways during play.

Quotes that stand out:

-It appears that play is a context that encompasses many of the conditions necessary
for literacy development and is a useful means of extending and supporting the formal
literacy curriculum.

Way in which this This article discusses the findings from research. This paper was presented at the Head
source influences the Start Sixth National Research Conference in 2002.
field related to your
inquiry (ex. Math
teaching/learning
elementary)

Potential relevance to The author describes the research, data collected, data analysis, findings, etc. of her
your research topic and study.
study:

Stage of action research Background-to build researcher understanding of the topic/presence in the field.
where the source will
be used: Data Collection/Analysis Methodology-to support researcher in making decisions
about data collection or analysis

Findings/Conclusions-to support or refute your findings, suggesting how your

findings are similar to or different than what is presented in the professional literature

Implications/Action Planning-to support or refute your plans for future teaching.