NONFICTION BOOKS AND READING

Many people combine their love of flying and reading. Reading on a plane can inspire you.

With the economic crisis among the top issues of 2008, my top picks give a nod to the economy as well as historical events.

This lesson plan is the first in a series of lessons designed to work independently or as a unit to teach conventions and characteristics of nonfiction to early elementary (1st-3rd grade) students.

I can't imagine a life without books and reading. Here are a few of my favorites as well as new ones.

There are countless nonfiction books about the world and how things become the way they are today. Here are some intriguing books about our planet, humanity, and how the two interact and affect each other.

The top five books I recommend to travelers are long enough to keep you entertained through hours of layovers.

Sample reading list for 2012 by a student of literature, featuring a huge variety of great fiction, poetry and nonfiction books.

Whether you homeschool, want to introduce preschoolers to nature, or like to encourage learning outside school, quality nonfiction books on your kids' level are necessary. Here are four butterfly books for kids and how they stack up against each other.

Tired of the seemingly endless supply of how to and self help manuals on every conceivable subject? These parodies take those books and entertain us.

The books on this list are filled with action, adventure, and emotion. They were hand picked as some of the most stimulating and thought provoking that the writer has read.

These fun, interesting literacy activities help students to connect reading and writing in the classroom. They also provide inspiration and motivation for students as they are learning about literary elements and the writing process.

An overview of literacy and acceptable reading material and the breakdown of Amish philosophies about education and reading/writing in the community.

2008 saw the publication of a number of nonfiction books, ranging in subjects from history to politics to science. Here are a few:

Edhelper.com is an online resource for homeschool lesson plans, printable worksheets, and other educational items. It is not only great for homeschool families, but can provide many resources to help school children review topics or get ahead in math and reading

Without adequate reading and comprehension, learning is hindered. Reading is the key that unlocks lifelong learning.

Eligible Library patrons can borrow Braille and specially formatted audio books without charge.

Donate a book you no longer need and you can make the world a little better. BetterWorldBooks donates proceeds from the book's sales to a variety of literacy program organizations.

If you're familiar with craft ideas, then you probably have made some
gifts yourself. Some people feel that homemade Christmas gifts are the best to give. They are more personal, and they often cost less than a store bought gift.

Is your child showing signs of a reading problem? Parents can easily check. There are practical solutions you can use so that your child reaches adulthood with sound literacy skills.