Carolee Dean
In addition to working with students of all ages in the public schools, Carolee has also worked with teens in a psychiatric hospital and a head trauma rehabilitation unit. She teaches creative writing through a summer program.
What genres does Carolee Dean write in?
Her work spans poetry and educational nonfiction, with a focus on storytelling, creative writing instruction, and literacy development.
What themes recur in her books and work?
Common themes include the power of storytelling to enhance learning, creative writing pedagogy, spoken-word and poetry practice, and supporting youth communication and literacy.
Which book should I start with if I am a teacher or educator?
Start with Story Frames for Teaching Literacy: Enhancing Student Learning Through the Power of Storytelling, which is aimed at using storytelling techniques to boost student learning.
Are her books part of a series or is there a recommended reading order?
Her titles are standalone resources rather than a series, so there is no required reading order; choose the book that best matches your teaching or reading needs.
Has she received notable recognition for her work?
She has been a featured author, including at the 2002 Texas Book Festival, and has made numerous guest appearances as a poet and author at schools, libraries, and educational events.
