Children's Literature in Action: A Librarian's Guide (Library and Information Science Text)

Children's Literature in Action: A Librarian's Guide (Library and Information Science Text) by Vardell, Sylvia M.. paperback edition. ISBN: 9781610695626.

Childrens Literature in Action: An Educators Guide, Second Edition presents an action-oriented approach for sharing books with children ages 5 through 12, planning book-based programs, and collaborating with teachers and families in sharing books and developing literature-based instruction. Author Sylvia M. Vardell draws on her 30 years of university teaching and extensive familiarity with the major textbooks in the area of childrens literature to deliver something different: a book that focuses specifically on the perspective and needs of the librarian, with emphasis on practical action and library applications. The contents address seven major genres: picture books, traditional tales, poetry, contemporary realistic fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, and informational books. This invaluable book addresses such questions as "How should a librarian select and share books in each genre?" and "How do I generate interest in reading with todays students?" as well as "What are the best promotion and collaboration activities associated with each genre?" Although the work is specifically written to help new librarians get up to speed in the field of childrens literature, it will benefit everyone from experienced, practicing librarians and childrens services paraprofessionals to elementary level educators and parents who homeschool their children.