Children's Literature in Action: A Librarian's Guide, 3rd Edition

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Sylvia M. Vardellauthor

Sylvia M. Vardell is professor in the School of Library and Information Studies at Texas Woman's University, where she teaches graduate courses in children's literature. Her research has focused on sharing poetry with young people.

Children's Literature in Action: A Librarian's Guide, 3rd Edition

20190630

Libraries Unlimited

Pages 360
Topics Children's and Young Adult Collection Management: Acquisition and Collection Development Guides;Children's and Young Adult Services;2018 AASL National School Library Standards;Apps;Audiobooks;Book Genres;Children's Literature;Digital eBooks;Literacy;Literature-Based Instruction

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Children's Literature in Action: A Librarian's Guide, 3rd Edition

Author(s): Vardell, Sylvia;
Contributors: Vardell, Sylvia;
Abstract:

This practitioner-oriented introduction to literature for children ages 5–12 covers the latest trends, titles, and tools for choosing the best books and materials as well as for planning fun and effective programs and activities.


• Includes recommendations and evaluations of digital ebooks, apps, and audiobooks as well as print titles, providing full coverage of today's range of materials for children

• Features short essays by top authors and practitioners in the field to give readers expert opinions and guidance

• Provides author comments, collaborative activities, featured books, special topics and programs, selected awards and celebrations, historical connections, recommended resources, issues for discussion, relevant professional standards, and assignment suggestions within each chapter

• Addresses the most recent professional and curricular standards for elementary school students—a key element of today's education assessment standards

SortTitle: children's literature in action: a librarian's guide, 3rd edition
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Author Info:
Sylvia M. Vardellauthor

Sylvia M. Vardell is professor in the School of Library and Information Studies at Texas Woman's University, where she teaches graduate courses in children's literature. Her research has focused on sharing poetry with young people.

eISBN-13: 9781440867798
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Print ISBN-13: 9781440867781
Imprint: Libraries Unlimited
Pages: 360
Publication Date: 20190630
Series: Library and Information Science Text Series