An annotated listing of new books for children and juveniles is presented. Titles range from fantastical stories that will stir children's imaginations to realistic books, such as biographies of Pocahontas and of the first person to fly across the English Channel. Paperback books are also listed. (PP)

Presents a justification for courses in Western American literature at the university level. (AEA)

The difficult state of financial affairs in the publishing industry has had a harmful effect on the availability of Black literature and, consequently, on the teaching of Black literature at American universities. Discusses several remedies to this crisis in Black literature. (RL)

Having students read, view, or create imaginative works will not impart to them moral didactic or morally important knowledge, but such practices can contribute to moral education by extending children's visions of moral possibilities and perhaps by increasing their skills in understanding people. (SJL)

Lists and annotates new books for children, arranged according to the following categories: picture books; stories for younger, for intermediate, and for older readers; folklore and legends; poetry; and nonfiction. (GT)

Describes several science fiction stories that may be useful, due to their relevance to geology, to promote discussion in the science classroom. Suggestions for specific discussions are given. (SA)

Lists and annotates new books for children, arranged according to the following categories: picture books; stories for younger, for intermediate, and for older readers; folklore and mythology; poetry and song; and nonfiction. A book about C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien, of interest to adults, is also annotated. (GT)

Lists and annotates new books for children, arranged according to the following categories: picture books; stories for younger, for intermediate, and for older readers; folklore; poetry; and nonfiction. Also annotates a book for adults about creative drama and musical activities for children. (GT)

The annotated bibliography of 21 books dealing with the lives and experiences of women who have lived in wilderness America focuses on women living outside urban society who have depended on their own and the environment's resources for survival. Includes a special section of books for young people. (SB)

Popular culture is defended as a solid academic entry that is a new approach to sociology, art, and literature. The contributions and theories of three professors are discussed: Arthur Asa Berger, Leslie Fiedler, and Alan Gowans. They illustrate the range and diversity in the pop culture field. (LBH)

Examines the promotion of cultural diversity in the United States through childrens books. Discusses the scarcity of multicultural literature for children, ethnic folklore, racial bias in older books for children, new stereotypes in children's literature, political correctness, and ways to enhance access to quality multicultural literature. (AEF)

Reviews the Christian fiction series, "Cedar River Daydreams," by Judy Baer and recommended for grades 7-10. The main character is a girl who has moved to a new town, and struggles with socializing in school, peer pressure, popularity, acceptance of her Down's Syndrome afflicted brother, and being herself. Includes an annotated list of…

Presents sample questions for use as a guide for teachers to question students about literature and to model effective questioning techniques for them. Details topics, including literary characteristics; setting; vocabulary; general questions; characters; author; plot, theme, mood, and moral; and illustrations-pictures. (KDFB)

Investigated the contribution of daytime television soap operas to the perception of the roles of single mothers. Findings reveal there is a perception that single mothers have good jobs, are well educated, are not poverty prone, have healthy babies, and have men friends who provide their children with love. The problem of adolescents and gender…

Examines the readers' perspective on series books for children/adolescents based on 142 interviews of people who read for pleasure. Concludes that public and school librarians should help develop literacy by encouraging free voluntary reading, rather than automatically condemning series books. (AEF)