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The World of Beverly Cleary: Meet the Characters
Anyone who loves Beverly Cleary books will enjoy reading about each character on this site dedicated to everything Beverly Cleary . A book list accompanies the "biography" of the character, and there is the neighborhood to explore to...
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Teaching Books: Lincoln: A Photobiography [Pdf]
Chapter by chapter lessons and answer key to use with the nonfiction award winning book, Lincoln: A Photobiography, which tells the story of Lincoln's life through pictures and words.
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Books by Peggy Rathmann: Her Books
This site provides wonderful descriptions of each of Rathmann's books along with the awards each has won. A short biography and several games and activities from "10 Minutes Till Bedtime" and some links complete this site.
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Jean Ingelow's "Songs of Seven"
Read Jean Ingelow's collection of poems entitled "Songs of Seven" that had a significant impact on England's 19th century culture.
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Lib. Ru: Online Literature for Children
Russian-speaking students can access a plethora of Russian folk and modern tales as well as Russian translations of world tales from one site. ESL teachers might ask their native Russian speakers to translate some complete tales or...
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Kostyor (Campfire): Russian Magazine for Children
An online version of a well-established Russian children's magazine "Kostyor." Contents include current events for kids, children's literature, jokes, games, Russian history, biographical information on Russian writers, as well as...
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Bedtime Story Classics Alice in Wonderland
This beautiful online edition of the Lewis Carroll classic is written in large text for easy legibility, and includes illustrations from eleven different versions of the story. It also includes background information on the writing of...
Library of Congress
Library of Congress: Words to the Wise: Aesop's Fables Interactive Book
Click through these beautifully illustrated Aesop's fables which also happen to be interactive. The illustrations are from a 1919 book illustrated by Milo Winter. There are links to downloads for iPad, iPhone, and Android.
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Stone Soup: How to Submit Creative Writing and Art to Stone Soup
This resource accepts contributions from younger children, up through age 13. This page explains the process to follow when submitting contributions. Also at this site students will find a link to a sample issue.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Because of Winn Dixie
Great site for using cross-curriculum sources after reading Because of Winn-Dixie. This site contains a scrapbook, play, information about the author, movie slideshow and much more.
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: Roald Dahl
This biography on author Roald Dahl (1916-1990 CE) provides information about his literary career and personal life. It comments on his often-used taste for cruelty, rudeness to adults, and comic grotesque themes used in his books by...
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum
This is the full text of the children's novel The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum.
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Frank Asch
This resource explores the life of Frank Asch. It includes an interview, biography, list of his books and fun activities to do.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Kids' Book Has Charges of Whitewashing Slavery
Article presents a critical analysis of the depiction of slavery in the children's book, A Fine Dessert.
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Orca Book Publishers: 'Jeffrey and Sloth' Teaching Guide [Pdf]
This teaching guide for Jeffrey and Sloth, a story written by Kari-Lynn Winters, provides a synopsis of the story, discussion questions and teaching ideas. The book is about the experience of writer's block and how to overcome it. The...
National Endowment for the Arts
National Endowment for the Arts: The Big Read: To Kill a Mockingbird
Guide to Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, with historical information, author biography, discussion questions, and a ten-lesson unit of study including activities, homework assignments, project ideas, and essay topics. A radio show,...
University of Nebraska
University of Nebraska, Lincoln: Willa Cather Archive
The Willa Cather Archive is a vast collection of material that allows for the study of Cather's life and writings. Included are writings, letters, biographical information, images, audio and movie clips, teacher resources, and digital...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Milly and the Macy's Parade
Resource guides the reader through this great book. Choose from different categories in before, during, and after you read. Take a quiz, create a story map, and write a book report.
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Eric Wilson
Information about Canadian novelist Eric Wilson and his fiction are included along with the first chapter from each of his mystery novels.
University of Pennsylvania
Project Gutenberg: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
At this site from the Project Gutenberg you can choose the format that suits you best to download or read the entire work.
Harold D. Underdown
The How Do I Get It Published Quiz
A fantastic quiz for answering questions about getting your writing piece published. Pertains specifically to children's literature, but may also be relevant for other types of writing.
Harold D. Underdown
The Purple Crayon: Resources About Agents for Writers
A comprehensive research guide for writers who are interested in finding an agent. Rich with information and helpful hints; site is suited for children's literature writers but can also apply to other genres.
Harold D. Underdown
Writing and Illustrating Multicultural Children's Books
A thorough resource on the wide-ranging topic of multicultural literature for children. Includes information about the current field of multiculturalism, opportunities for writers, finding a publisher, and looking toward the future of...
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Chatting Them Up: Tips for a Successful Interview
Taken from the perspective of a children's literature writer, this website offers several tips and suggestions for conducting an efficient interview. A detailed and informational article.