children's literature, american

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children's literature, american

Lloyd Alexander

1991
Presents a study of Lloyd Alexander and surveys the entirety of his works for children and young adults.

A broken flute

the Native experience in books for children
2005
Evaluates hundreds of books for children and teens that explore the Native American traditions and culture that were published from the early 1900s through 2004.

Guys write for guys read

2006
There's something for every guy in this collection of stories, mini-memoirs, advice, poems, comics and drawings chosen by readers on the Guys Read web site.

The Dr. Seuss catalog

an annotated guide to works by Theodor Geisel in all media, writings about him, and appearances of characters and places in the books, stories, and films
2005
Presents a comprehensive, chronologically arranged bibliography of the written work of Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss. 'Includes annotations.

Virginia Hamilton

1994
Discuses the literary works of children's author Virginia Hamilton.

African-American voices

1995
A collection of writings by such authors as W.E.B. DuBois, Toni Morrison, Rita Dove, Richard Wright, and Ralph Ellison, exploring the connections of circle, veil, water, and song that link past and present African American cultures.

Character builders

books and activities for character education
2006
Offers K-12 teachers and librarians a wide range of materials and activity ideas designed to help students learn twelve character-building virtues, including empathy, respect, courage, humor, loyalty, and honesty.

The birthday book

birthdates, birthplaces, and biographical sources for American authors and illustrators of children's books
1991

Handbook for the Newbery Medal and honor books, 1990-1999

2000
Contains classroom activities for thirty-six Newbery Medal and Honor books from 1990 to 1999, each including a plot summary, author profile, a book clip, curriculum connection ideas, bibliographic data, and additional reading suggestions.

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