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Lessons Learned in Children's LiteratureLiterature review of Maria Edgeworth's "The Purple Jar." Focuses on the idea that children's literature should be focused on helping children understand the importance of everyday choices and the the impact of their choices.- Trends in Children's LiteratureThis article tells of the latest trends in children's literature
Evaluating Children's Literature for Early Elementary StudentsTeachers are now using children's books to teach lessons. There are many factors that contribute to a student's learning. Cognitive ability, linguistics, socially, and personality are all factors that influence learning.
Olivia, the Most Colorful Pig in Children's LiteratureFrom the first publishing of OLIVIA by Ian Falconer to the book and CD read by Dame Edna, Olivia has become one of our most beloved children's characters.- 2010 McConnell Conference: Young Adult and Children's Literature in Lexington, KYIf you are a librarian, educator, or children's literature enthusiast, check out the 2010 McConnell Conference which is bringing authors David Wiesner, John Green, and Dandi Daley MacKall to Lexington, KY in February.
- How Harry Potter Changed Children's LiteratureAn overview of how author J.K. Rowling and her magical creation changed the way children and adults alike view children's book.
- Reminisce with Children's LiteratureIn today's society, parents are so caught up in filling their child's idle time with sports, ballet, music, art, or anything else they think will enable their child to become more cultured, parents are forgetting to introduce the world of literature.
- What is Children's Literature, Anyway?An overview of types of children's literature, using Pinocchio, "Weight-Reducing Diet," and A Series of Unfortunate Events as examples. What makes each type so different? Why or why can't these varying subgenres be considered children's literature?
- Choosing Children's Literature for Your PreschoolerWe've heard the message over and over again: reading to your child is one of the most important things you can do for them. But when it comes to choosing appropriate literature for your preschooler, parents face a dizzying array of options. So where does a parent begin?
- Is Author Judy Waite the Next Big Thing?Judy Waite writes picture books, mid-reader books, and teen novels. Her books are critically acclaimed and a darned good read. Is she the next big thing in children's literature?
- Children's Literature EffectsThe purposes that Children's Literature serves.
- Politics in Children's Literature: Ogden Nash, Shel Silverstein, and Dr. SeussHow political themes are all through children's literature. That even if we disagree with the themes they should not be banned just not allowed in our houses and we have no right to want them banned for good or from our house if we don't read the material first.
- Books that Socialize ChildrenHow are the books we encourage children to read shaping their world view?
Death of E. B. White, 1985E. B. White was the author of the children's classics "Stuart Little" and "Charlotte's Web." It took quite a little effort to get Stuart Little into the library, however.- Children's Literature: Fun with Medical ThemesI've selected health-based children's books about illness, epidemic disease and infestations that range from silly, gross, and detailed to sad, but true or life-like stories.
A Look Inside School Book FairsHave you ever wondered what happens when a book fair takes place at a school? What are the benefits for the school? Who's in charge? How is the money earned?- The Top Three Overlooked Books in Need of Movie AdaptationsThree books just dying to be made in to feature films yet continue being thrown aside for one reason or another and left to gather dust in the back shelves of bookstores across the nation.
- Children's Literature May Be My ProblemMaybe my reading material when I was young had an effect on me.
- Institute of Children's Literature ReviewSo many things could be said about the Institute of Children Literature classes. This is my review of my experiences I have had with them.
- Deciding to Take the Institute of Children's Literature Aptitude TestAfter about 11 years, I have finally decided to take this aptitude test.
- What is the Caldecott Medal?Find out just what the Caldecott Medal, an award given to an illustrator, is all about.
- The Best of Young Children's LiteratureWe all want our children to develop a love for reading, but how does a busy parent search through the myriad of literary choices available to find the right books for our kids? To discover two gems among children's literature, read on!
- Stinkheart, or Why Jack Zipes is an IdiotAn interweaving review of two flatliners: Cornelia Funke's Inkheart, and Jack Zipes Sticks and Stones.
- And Then There's Jaleh!Quit looking for that content resource because you've found it! This Chick'll keep your pages full!!
- The Institute of Children's Literature: Writing Career OpportunityThis is an article describing my experiences with the Institute of Children's Literature (ICL).
- Great Children's Book Series, Other Than Harry PotterThis article details excellent children's book series other than Harry Potter.
Ten Speed Press: Independent Press SpotlightA look at Ten Speed Press, their publications, and website.
Running a Book Group for MothersMothers enjoy reading and talking about books. Doing a few things for their specific situations ensures a more successful book group.- Books for All AgesBooks come in all shapes and sizes. Readers come in all ages and abilities.
Jack Bauer and the BeanstalkIMagine if Blue's Clues solved murder mysterious, or if fairy tales had a harder edge, like that of CSI? Would they be more popular among today's fast-paced youth? ONe Associated Content producer says yes!
Best Books for a Children's Home LibraryChoose high quality literature in varied genres to create a home library. The ideal children's library is brimming with books containing rhythmic sound patterns and colorful illustrations.- The Greatest Children's Literature ClassicsWith so many new books being published for children daily, it's easy to forget the great books we grew up with. Take the list to the book store and start sharing these timeless treasures with your children.
- Dialect in Children's LiteratureDialect in literature is a helpful tool that an author may use in order to make his or her characters well-rounded.
- The Life and Art of Pat CummingsA profile of award-winning children's author Pat Cummings.
- Cultural Analysis of Children's LiteratureThis is a cultural analysis of a children's literature selection titled Yang the Youngest and His Terrible Ear. Yang, a young boy, struggles to fit in with his family violin quartet and with his peers. His journey reflects that of many of our students.