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November 1, 2011
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Editor's Letter It's a season ripe with biography: there's Matt Phelan's graphic nonfiction Around the World; Melissa Sweet's picture book on Tong Sarg, the man behind the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons; and several books about folk artists. Whether your students prefer picture-book or graphic treatments, or photo-essays, there's something here for them. Daryl Grabarek, |
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| What's New |
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| Feeling Good About Teen Health and Sexuality By Joyce Adams Burner  Teens face a media barrage of mixed messages about beauty and body image. Throw in common health myths and misinformation, raging hormones, and personal insecurity, and a risky situation comes into focus, where the wrong decision can have a lifetime impact. These recent titles present the facts about teen health and sexuality in friendly terms and will help young readers make wise choices in caring for themselves. more>>> Related TeachingBooks.net resources>>> |
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| From TeachingBooks.net |
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| Nick's Picks: The Hans Christian Andersen Award Nominees By Nick Glass and Carin Bringelson  In an effort to build awareness about the remarkable books written for children and teens across the globe, the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) has established the Hans Christian Andersen Award. Every two years, one author and one illustrator are selected as recipients of the award, considered by many to be the most prestigious in children's publishing.In the spirit of IBBY's mission to foster global connections to great books and stories, TeachingBooks.net has developed a digital collection of recordings and websites. This archive introduces fans of children's and young adult books to the authors and illustrators who have been nominated for the 2012 Hans Christian Andersen Award. Many of this year's 57 nominees are represented in the TeachingBooks.net collection. more>>> | ||||||||
| A Look Inside |
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| Matt Phelan's Around the World By Daryl Grabarek  Matt Phelan's latest graphic nonfiction title, Around the World: Three Remarkable Journeys, recounts the adventures of three intrepid 19th-century Americans inspired by Jules Verne's publishing phenomenon, Around the World in Eighty Days. For each of these individuals, the journeys recorded here represent personal challenges, but as readers progress through this extraordinary book, it's clear that the stakes become higher with each story. more>>>Related TeachingBooks.net resources>>> |
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| Make These Curriculum Connections |
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| Explore the Animal Kingdom: Books for Reading Aloud By Joy Fleishhacker  Combining stunning images and clearly presented information, nonfiction picture books are great picks for classroom sharing. Whether they introduce broad topics, such as how animals eat, or take an up-close look at a particular critter, these offerings all pack a visual punch and are perfectly pitched to appeal to our youngest students. In addition to their inviting formats, the books feature a blend of lively writing, fascinating facts, and interactive elements guaranteed to create enthusiasm for the subject matter and inspire further explorations. Use these handsome read-alouds to introduce animal units, support nature studies, and encourage interest in the natural world. more>>> Related TeachingBooks.net resources>>> |
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| Interview | ||||||||
| Melissa Sweet: Her Work is Play By Jennifer M. Brown  Author and Caldecott Honor artist Melissa Sweet shares much in common with Tony Sarg, the subject of her latest book, Balloons over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade. Sarg and Sweet have both designed toys (Sweet still does, and a few appear in this book) and for both, play and experimentation are important elements of their art. Here the author discusses when and where she first discovered the work of the master puppeteer, how her love of toys has influenced her art, and why creative play can be the mother of invention. more>>> TeachingBooks.net resources on this interview>>> |
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| Behind the books | ||||||||
| Deborah Ellis on...No Ordinary Day By Deborah Ellis No O  rdinary Day is an uplifting, even joyful, story—something you might not expect from a book about leprosy, an age-old disease that has disfigured millions and terrified billions.The protagonist is a young girl named Valli who leaves the only life she knows—the coal pits of Jharia, India—and hops a truck to an unknown destination. It's a daring move, since she's without money, protection, or a plan. Valli arrives at the great city of Kolkata, where she is endlessly fascinated by the panorama of cultures, people, and industry she sees around her. She keeps herself alive hour by hour, unable to think beyond her immediate needs. One day, the girl meets a woman who changes all that. The woman, a doctor, gives Valli a glimpse of another life, another future, one that can be hers—if she has the courage to reach out and take it. Read more at TeachingBooks.net>>> |
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| Readers' Choice |
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| Folk Originals: Tyree Guyton, Nicholas Herrera, and Simon Rodia By Daryl Grabarek  From murals and installations to ready-mades and graffiti, many young adults are fascinated with folk and urban art (and some have been known to make their own contributions to local landscapes). If your students are interested in the subject, consider adding these recent titles to your collection. Each book explores the life and work of an original artist who expressed himself through found objects. Each man has also made an impact on the community in which he has spent most of his life. The titles, which include two picture books and a photo-essay, will find a home with a range of grades across the curriculum. They offer ample opportunities for discussion and extended activities. more>>> Related TeachingBooks.net resources>>> |
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| Professional Shelf | ||||||||
| Thinking About Book Clubs and Boys By Alicia Eames  At guysread.com, author and first National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Jon Scieszka observes, "Boys don't have enough positive male role models for literacy. Because the majority of adults involved in kids' reading are women, boys might not see reading as a masculine activity." So it follows that boys might also be surprised to learn that book discussion groups, popularized by reading rock star Oprah Winfrey and embraced by women and girls, were once the province of men like Benjamin Franklin.Both Winfrey and Franklin are part of a rich history of men and women meeting to talk about books and ideas while building community along the way. Whether you're just starting a book club or already have a group running in high gear, here are a few resources—selected with boys in mind but with no intent to exclude girls—chock-full of ideas to keep the tradition going and guaranteed to get even the most reluctant of readers coming back for more. more>>> |
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