xvi, 300 p., [12] p. of plates : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 24 cm. + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)
Note
Authors' names appear in reverse order on previous edition.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
Contents
Why read? -- What is a good book? -- How to recognize a well-written book -- How to recognize a well-illustrated book -- Children's books : history and trends -- Organizing children's literature by genre -- Picture books -- Poetry -- Traditional fantasy -- Modern fantasy -- Contemporary realistic fiction -- Historical fiction -- Biography -- Informational books -- Multicultural and international books -- Controversial books -- Motivating students to read -- Teaching with children's books.
System Details
System requirements for accompanying CD-ROM: Windows XP or Macintosh 10.3.9.
Summary
Provides an overview of children's books and a framework for the study of children's literature organized by genre with suggestions for selection and use in the classroom.