[ELTWeekly Volume 8, Issue 12 | July 18, 2016 | ISSN 0975-3036]
Abstract
This paper describes a four-phase inquiry project which applied essential elements of literature-based instruction. The research results have shown that through utilization of theme-based illustrated storybooks and interactive literacy activities, participating young adult learners not only appreciated reading authentic children’s literature, but they also were able to generate thoughtful reflections on the issue of exclusion and learned to proactively mitigate bullying – a common problem in Taiwanese schools and worldwide (Wei & Huang, 2009). The ultimate objective of this focused study is to call attention to the significance of EFL literacy instruction which values language learners’ personal connections, multiple interpretations and critical evaluations.