William Close

Three Reading Plays for Children: Sullivan Mountain, the Ocean Gate, Flight into Tomorrow William Close

The three plays in this book were written and designed to develop the reading skill of children through a fun and exciting format. Creative thinking, writing and comprehension worksheets are contained at the end of each play. Key word attack techniques are located on the last page of the book. The main characters in each play are ten children, who are suddenly placed into very challenging situations. The children are faced with adventures which require leadership, courage, teamwork and creative thinking in order to survive. The author has a doctorate in cognitive studies, a master of science degree in reading and a bachelor of science degree in history and physical education. He has many years of successful teaching experience. The majority of his experience is in the field of diagnostic and developmental reading. Classmates, friends and family members will enjoy reading and learning from the excitement and fun offered by the contents contained in all three of the plays contained in this book.