Date Approved
4-29-2026
Embargo Period
4-29-2026
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A. Reading Education
Department
Language, Literacy, and Sociocultural Education
College
College of Education
Advisor
Susan Browne, Ed.D.
Committee Member 1
Kate Kedley, Ph.D.
Committee Member 2
Marjorie, Madden, Ph.D.
Keywords
elementary;multicultural;relevant;response;responsive;sustaining
Disciplines
Education | Elementary Education
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to examine how students respond to using five multicultural read aloud texts and responding to them in a response. The goal of this study was to see if student engagement improved as a result of the study and if student comprehension improved through the use of pre and post assessments. Student data was collected that included a pre and post assessment, anecdotal records of student discussion, responses to texts, and student and parent surveys. Students discovered and discussed themes across texts such as cultural identity, community, and belonging.
Recommended Citation
Konrad, Rachel, "Impact of Multicultural Literature Through Reader's Response" (2026). Theses and Dissertations. 3511.
https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/3511
