Presents an annotated bibliography of 50 recommended science fiction, fantasy, and horror books published in 1993 and 1994. The list identifies books for middle school through mature readers. (SLW)

Discusses recent events in American culture's ongoing debate concerning the censorship of reading materials for young adults. Considers the ways to defend reading selections from attack by potential censors. Gives advice for teachers challenged to defend their reading selections. (HB)

An instructional strategy for teaching fiction to students with learning disabilities (LD) is presented and applied to the teaching of a short story. The three-step strategy involves students in assessing what they already know about the story, what they think they are likely to read about, and then what they know after reading the story. (SW)

Contemplates the meaning and misunderstanding of the works of West Virginia author, Breece Pancake, who took his own life at age 26. Pancake used a "realistic" representation of a place to create an effect in his fiction, not to develop a regional image. Contains comments from other Appalachian writers concerning Pancake's work. (KS)

Introduces novelist and art history professor Donald Harington. Rather than a detailed examination of his novels, this interview concentrates on broader questions about Harington's life; his inspirations; his region--the Ozarks of Arkansas--which he sees as an outpost of the Appalachians; and its influence on his art in general and his fictional…

Presents an annotated bibliography of 136 works of fiction, published in English, which feature deaf characters. Included are novels for adult readers, short stories, fiction for young adults and older children, and books for young children. Each item's status in print is indicated. (three references) (LRW)

Discusses the qualities of successful realistic children's fiction and examines issues involved in writing and publishing for children. A historical overview of the image of children in fiction is presented; dealing with sensitive, emotional topics is discussed; and concerns of editors and publishers of children's fiction are addressed. (12…

Provides short descriptions of 25 books that offer adolescent readers colorful and appealing young characters. (SR)

Examines the form and function of a selected set of utterances from Indian English fiction to determine to what extent they conform to or differ from comparable data from the native varieties of English. (28 references) (GLR)

Gives an overview of how one English teacher taught "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns. Emphasizes the novel's first-person narration and its themes of maturation. (HB)

Describes the uses of 2 texts by John Holt for teaching grades 6-8, and high school on up. Relates how the texts encourage students to write from their own experiences in vivid detail and discover the value of reading their work aloud to build awareness of their writing "voice." (PA)

Discusses the importance of using children's literature to heighten children's appreciation of the wonder of nature. Focuses on three authors and a specific work from each: "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White; "Joyful Noise" by Paul Fleischman; and "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George. (MG)

Presents annotations of 26 picture books and chapter books in a number of different formats/genres that impart information but are not necessarily nonfiction. (RS)

Presents a bibliography that provides materials on Canada available to social studies educators. Resources for teachers include teaching strategies, literature guides, and books on acid rain. Student resources include books that provide a perspective on Canadian life. (DB)

Annotates 29 fiction and nonfiction tradebooks chosen by middle, junior, and senior high school students' votes. (RS)