Suggestions to help social studies teachers use historical fiction and biography to teach critical reading to intermediate grade students are made. For example, teachers should help students to check various sources for the author's qualifications, purpose, and bias and assist students in analyzing language and writing style. (RM)

Discusses the situation which led the New York Public Library to microfilm its extensive science fiction book and periodical collection. The project is described and cost considerations, bibliographic verification and cataloging problems, and the decision to augment the collection with additional holdings by loan or purchase are among topics…

Argues that coping with the complex demands of a story not only increases readers' enjoyment of literature, but also aids in intellectual and interpretive enjoyment. (HOD)

Presents a bibliography of books on anorexia nervosa that are appropriate for young adults. Includes fiction, autobiographies, informational books, and books on the related topics of bulimia, bulimarexia, and therapy. (EL)

Discusses treatment of topic of foster care (out-of-home-care of children or adolescents by persons other than biological or adoptive parents) in fiction books for young people and cites examples of foster care situations from the literature. An annotated bibliography of 42 in-print and out-of-print books emphasizing foster care is included. (EJS)

Presents brief book reviews grouped according to the following categories: picture books, stories for intermediate readers, stories for older readers, poetry, nonfiction, and books of interest to adults. (RBW)

Annotates picture books, stories for younger readers, stories for intermediate readers, stories for older readers, and nonfiction. (RBW)

Children can explore future concepts through literature. A selection of books is listed that offers information on the brain, conservation, cloning, space technology, and nuclear energy. (DF)

Argues that the reader's active transformation and recreation of the text and both the content and function are best understood within the context of the personal style or identity the reader is shaping. (HOD)

Suggesting that children's books have become more adult in content and tone, this essay addresses problem of organization of children's library materials to provide access to adult readers. Extent of adult appeal in children's books, examples of "adulterated" nonfiction and fiction, and questions concerning organizational and attitudinal changes…

Annotates a number of books for younger, intermediate, and older readers. (FL)

Annotates a number of books for younger, intermediate, and older readers. Includes fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and picture book titles. (FL)

Presents outer space topics suitable for use in a high school biology class, such as the reaction of biological systems to extreme conditions. (MLH)

Much of history is interpreted from an adult point of view. But in Karen Hesse's Newbery Award-winning "Out of the Dust," the Great Depression's Dust Bowl is seen through the eyes of a child. By using the novel, this lesson plan gives students the opportunity to identify with the personal experiences of youth in the 1930s. In addition,…

This paper is an excerpt from a book on learning science using science fiction. The focus is on the use of science fiction films to engage students and encourage greater enthusiasm and interest in science. "Jurassic Park" is used as an example that can provide educators with countless lesson opportunities. This approach recommends the use of fun…