Children's books in children's hands : an introduction to their literature /
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| Edition: | 2nd ed. |
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| Imprint: | Boston : Allyn and bacon, c2002. |
| Description: | xxvi, 612 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm. |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/4513260 |
Table of Contents:
- I. Understanding Literature and The Child Reader
- 1. Children's Books in Children's Hands
- 2. Literary Elements of Children's Literature
- 3. The Child Reader Responds to Literature
- 4. Literature Representing Diverse Perspectives
- II. Exploring The Genres of Children's Literature
- 5. Traditional Literature
- 6. Picture Books
- 7. Poetry for Children
- 8. Realistic Fiction
- 9. Historical Fiction
- 10. Modern Fantasy and Science Fiction
- 11. Informational Books and Biography
- III. Creating The Literature-Based Classroom
- 12. Inviting Children into Literature
- 13. Encouraging Response to Literature: Literary Discussion
- 14. Literature Units in the Curriculum
- Appendix A. Children's Book Awards
- Appendix B. Children's Magazines with Literacy Content
- Name/Title Index
- Subject Index