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• Title:Essentials of children's literature / Kathy G. Short, Carol Lynch-Brown, Carl M. Tomlinson.
  
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• Author/Creator:Short, Kathy Gnagey, author.
  
• Other Contributors/Collections:Lynch-Brown, Carol, author.
  Tomlinson, Carl M., author.
  
• Published/Created:NY, NY : Pearson, [2018]
  

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  • Location:EDUCATION LIBRARY stacksWhere is this?
    
  • Call Number: PN1009.A1 L96 2018
    
  • Number of Items:1
    
  • Status:Available
    

   
• Library of Congress Subjects:Children's literature--Study and teaching (Higher)
  Children's literature--History and criticism.
  Children's literature--Bibliography.
  
• Edition:Ninth edition.
  
• Description:xix, 316 pages ; 28 cm
  
• Notes:Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
  
• ISBN:9780134532592 paperback
  0134532597 paperback
  
• Contents:Machine generated contents note: pt. One Children and Literature
  ch. One Learning about Story and Literature
  Definition of Children's Literature
  Content
  Quality
  Value of Story in Making Meaning of Our Lives
  Value of Literature in Children's Lives
  Enjoyment
  Personal and Cultural Identity
  Imagination and Transformation
  Knowledge and Insights
  Understanding and Empathy
  Literary and Artistic Preferences
  Value of Literature for Children's Learning
  Reading and Writing
  Literature across the Curriculum
  Appreciation and Visual Culture
  So Why Is the Reading of Literature at Risk in Our Society?
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  ch. Two Learning about Children and Literature
  Connecting Children with Books: Know the Child
  Considering the Age-Level Characteristics of Children
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  Considering Research on Children's Reading Interests
  Discovering Reading Interests of Individual Children
  Evaluating Text Complexity
  Connecting Children with Books: Know the Books
  Balance and Variety in Book Selections
  Book Awards
  Review Journals
  Professional Associations and Websites
  Connecting Resistant Readers with Books: Know the Books and the Readers
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  ch. Three Learning about Literature
  Approaches to Studying and Interpreting Literature
  Elements of Fiction
  Plot
  Characters
  Setting
  Theme
  Style
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  ch. Four Illustration and Visual Elements
  Visual Elements
  Line and Shape
  Color and Light
  Space and Perspective
  Texture
  Composition
  Artistic Media
  Artistic Styles
  Book Design
  Observing the Role of Illustrations in Books
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  pt. Two Categories of Literature
  ch. Five Picturebooks and Graphic Novels
  Definition and Description
  Evaluation and Selection of Picturebooks and Graphic Novels
  Historical Overview of Picturebooks and Graphic Novels
  Types of Picturebooks
  Baby Books
  Interactive Books
  Engineered Books
  Wordless Books
  Alphabet Books
  Counting Books
  Concept Books
  Picture Storybooks
  Predictable Books and Word Play
  Easy-to-Read Books
  Transitional Books
  Picturebooks for Older Readers
  Postmodern Picturebooks
  Graphic Novels
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  Recommended Picturebooks
  Related Films, Videos, and DVDs
  ch. Six Poetry
  Definition and Description
  Types of Poetry Books
  Mother Goose, Nursery Rhymes, and Songs
  Anthologies of Poetry
  Themed Poetry Anthologies and Poet Collections
  Single Illustrated Poems
  Evaluation and Selection of Poetry
  Children's Poetry Preferences
  Significance of Style and Word Choice in Poetry
  Historical Overview of Poetry
  Poetry Types and Forms
  Reader Connections: Poetry in the Classroom
  Reading Poetry Aloud
  Choral Poetry
  Reading and Writing Poems with Children
  Learning to Read Poetry
  Learning to Write Poetry
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  Recommended Poetry Books
  ch. Seven Traditional Literature
  Definition and Description
  Evaluation and Selection of Traditional Literature
  Significance of Plot in Traditional Literature
  Historical Overview of Traditional Literature
  Types of Traditional Literature
  Myths
  Epics and Legends
  Folktales
  Cumulative
  Humorous
  Beast
  Magic
  Pourquoi
  Tall Tales
  Realistic
  Fables
  Religious Stories
  Reader Connections: Storytelling in the Classroom
  Selection of a Story
  Preparation for Telling
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  Recommended Traditional Literature
  Related Films, Videos, and DVDs
  ch. Eight Fantasy and Science Fiction
  Definition and Description
  Evaluation and Selection of Fantasy
  Significance of Theme in Fantasy
  Historical Overview of Fantasy and Science Fiction
  Types of Fantasy
  Fantasy Based in Folklore and Mythology
  Animal Fantasy
  Miniature Worlds
  Unusual Characters and Strange Situations
  Suspense and the Supernatural
  Historical Fantasy
  Quests and Imagined Worlds
  Science Fiction
  Reader Connection: Journey Maps
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  Recommended Fantasy and Science Fiction Books
  Related Films, Videos, and DVDs
  ch. Nine Realistic Fiction
  Definition and Description
  Evaluation and Selection of Realistic Fiction
  Significance of Character in Realistic Fiction
  Historical Overview of Realistic Fiction
  Topics in Realistic Fiction
  Relationships within Families
  Peer Friendships and Bullies
  Physical, Emotional, Mental, and Behavioral Challenges
  Life within Local and Global Communities
  Interactions with Animals
  Thrill of Sports, Mystery, and Adventure
  Gender and Sexuality
  Difficult Life Decisions and Coming of Age
  Reader Connections: Paired Character Trait Books
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  Recommended Realistic Fiction Books
  Related Films, Videos, and DVDs
  ch. Ten Historical Fiction
  Definition and Description of Historical Fiction
  Evaluation and Selection of Historical Fiction
  Significance of Setting and Point of View in Historical Fiction
  Historical Overview of Historical Fiction
  Themes in Historical Fiction
  Mystery and Adventure
  Forced Journeys of Transformation
  Fear and Intolerance
  Resistance and Challenges to Injustice
  Facing Adversity through Relationships
  Ingenuity and Innovation
  Reader Connections: Understanding Historical Contexts
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  Recommended Historical Fiction Books
  Related Films, Videos, and DVDs
  ch. Eleven Nonfiction: Biography and Informational Books
  Definition and Description of Biography
  Evaluation and Selection of Biography
  Significance of Point of View in Biography
  Historical Overview of Biography
  Definition and Description of Informational Books
  Types of Informational Books
  Evaluation and Selection of Informational Books
  Significance of Style in Informational Books
  Historical Overview of Informational Literature
  Topics of Informational Books
  Biological Science
  Physical Science
  Applied Science
  Social Science
  Humanities
  Reader Connections: Pairing Fact and Fiction
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  Recommended Biography
  Recommended Informational Books
  Related Films, Videos, and DVDs
  ch. Twelve Literature for a Diverse Society
  Culturally Responsive Curriculum
  Culturally Expansive Curriculum
  Culturally Critical Curriculum
  Definitions and Descriptions
  Value of Multicultural and International Literature
  Evaluation and Selection of Multicultural and International Literature
  Multicultural Literature
  Historical Overview of Multicultural Literature
  Types of Multicultural Literature
  African American Literature
  American Indian Literature
  Arab American and Persian American Literature
  Asian/Pacific American Literature
  Latino Literature
  Religious Cultures Literature
  Bilingual Literature
  International Literature
  Historical Overview of International Literature
  International Literature by World Regions
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  Recommended Multicultural Books
  Recommended International Books
  Related Films, Videos, and DVDs
  pt. Three Bringing Children and Books Together
  ch. Thirteen Literature in the Curriculum
  Politics of Literacy and Literature
  Common Core State Standards
  Planning a Literature Curriculum
  Genres
  Themes or Topics
  Authors or Illustrators
  Literary and Visual Elements
  Notable Books
  Developing Literature Units
  Webs
  Lesson Plans
  Integrating Literature into a Literacy Curriculum
  Basal Reading Program Supplemented by Children's Literature
  Reading Incentive Programs
  Literature-Based Reading
  Resources for a Literature-Based Curriculum
  Responding to Censorship Challenges
  Teaching the First Amendment
  Dealing with Censorship Attempts
  Evaluating the Literature Program
  Observation and Assessment of Learning
  Observation and Assessment of Teacher Effectiveness
  Checklist for Classroom and Library Environments
  Checklist for Teaching Activities
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References
  ch. Fourteen Engaging Children with Literature
  Reading Widely for Personal Purposes
  Reading Aloud by Teachers and Librarians
  Book Selection
  Preparation
  Reading Picturebooks Aloud Effectively
  Reading Chapter Books Aloud Effectively
  Sharing Literature from Oral Traditions through Storytelling
  Independent Reading by Children
  Booktalks
  Shared Reading
  Readers' Theatre
  Experiencing Literature as Multimodal Texts
  Reading Critically to Inquire about the World
  Literature Discussion
  Literature Response Engagements
  Drama as Response
  Literature across the Curriculum
  Reading Strategically to Learn about Literacy
  Invitations for Further Investigation
  References.