Publisher's Synopsis
This unique book is written for teachers, parents, librarians and anyone who is seeking quality literature for children (preschoolers through grade 6). The book is filled with wide–ranging lists of titles organized by grade level, theme, and content areas. This comprehensive resource simplifies your search by selecting the most useful information from websites, teacher resources, award listings, and publications that are available on children s literature.
For quick access and easy use, the lists are printed in full–page format and organized into five sections:
Section One–– Books for Pre–K through Grade 1: Contains favorite classics, wordless picture books, read–alouds, concept books, animal stories, folk and fairy tales, and books about music, science, math, sports, and more.
Section Two––Books for Grades 2 and 3: Incldues all time favorites, multicultural themes, biographies of historical figures, sports heroes, reference books, and books to help teach poetry.
Section Three––Books for Grades 4 through 6: Offers biographies, historical ficition, poetry, science fiction, legends, and realistic fiction on social topics.
Section Four––Children′s Book Awards and Recommended Literature: Consists of lists of children′s book award winners and recommendations from such groups and organizations as the New York Public Library, the American Library Association, and the International Reading Association.
Section Five––Children′s Literature Websites and Teacher Resources: Contains online information about children′s literature, teacher resources, magazines, and other websites.
