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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: At the Fireside by Mary D. Brine, Et. Al.

For Students 1st - 5th
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book At the Fireside by Mary D. Brine, et. al. (1890), a collection of one hundred original, illustrated children's stories by various authors.
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Other

Walter Wick: A Drop of Water

For Students 9th - 10th
Website maintained by children's author Walter Wick highlights his award winning book, A Drop of Water.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Officer Buckle and Gloria by Peggy Rathmann

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This site looks at the Caldecott Medal winning book Officer Buckle and Gloria by Peggy Rathmann. This site provides an author booklist (click on her name), a description, a discussion guide and an extension activity.
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Other

Children's Storybooks Online: "Tiger Son"

For Students 9th - 10th
Illustrated online story based on a Chinese tale written 300 years ago. "Tiger Son" is the story of a tiger cub adopted by an old woman and the relationship they form. You'll also find biographical information on Po Chung-ling, the...
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Quia

Quia: Parts of a Book

For Students 3rd - 8th
This website provides chart lists and defines the parts books all readers should know, such as the title, author, table of contents, and glossary. Click on "Back to activity," to be taken to four games, which will help students learn and...
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Other

The World of Rosemary Wells

For Students K - 1st
At this site meet acclaimed children's author, Rosemary Wells. Read her biography, play a game with Max and Ruby, or learn more about the stories and characters she has created.
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East of England Broadband Network

History's Heroes: Harriet Martineau (1802 1876)

For Students 3rd - 8th
This website explores the lives of heroic ordinary people who made their mark on history. Features illustrated story and timeline on Harriet Martineau, author and social reformer. Find out who she was, what she did, her achievements, and...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Spine Labels

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st Standards
This is a first or second grade library skills unit, conducted by the librarian with help from the art, computer, and homeroom teachers. Students will create: their own book cover and title page containing title, author & slideshow...
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Other

The Audrey Wood Clubhouse: Homepage

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Meet Audrey Wood and six award-winning children's book creators. Features include activities with Audrey Wood and a lesson in how picture books are written and illustrated.
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Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State University: "Recollections of a Private" Going to the Front

For Students 9th - 10th
This SHSU site provides an excerpt from Goss's "Recollections of a Private" entitled "Going to the Front". An illustration is also included.
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ReadWriteThink

Read Write Think: Alliteration All Around

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This lesson introduces students to the concept of alliteration through the works of the author Pamela Duncan Edwards. Students interpret her illustrations and then create their own alliteration, sharing with the class.
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Other

Kirkus Media: Judith Viorst

For Students 3rd - 5th
An interview with Judith Viorst where she talks about her children's book Lulu Walks the Dogs. She describes how she created the character Lulu and her admiration of her illustrator, Lane Smith. She also talks about the impact her book...
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Penguin Publishing

Penguin Random House: Don Freeman

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This biographical sketch of Don Freeman highlights his musical career to becoming a famous author and illustrator. Freeman is a popular children's literature author.
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Penguin Publishing

Penguin Random House: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: Reading Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn the background of both the book and the author, Alice's Adventures In Wonderland by Lewis Carroll; then click on the Readers Guide link to use the detailed study questions to spark discussion.
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Other

Bruce Hale: How to Write a Story

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Author/illustrator Hale shows you how to put together a story by creating all the story's parts.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Maniac Magee

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Have you ever read "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli? Use this resource to learn more about this book. An educational resource with discussion questions, extension activities and more.
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Other

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

For Students Pre-K - 1st Standards
Learn all about the role of the illustrator and picture books by visiting this museum site. Founded by and named for renowned author and illustrator Eric Carle, this site includes a variety of information for learners, teachers, and...
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Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illustrators and Performers

Canscaip: Ian Wallace

For Students 3rd - 5th
Ian Wallace is a highly acclaimed Canadian children's illustrator/author. This page has biographical information and a list of his published works.
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Handout
Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illustrators and Performers

Canscaip: Mark Thurman

For Students 9th - 10th
Mark Thurman is best known as an illustrator of children's books, but has also written his own books. His biography and a list of his published works can be found here.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Tomie De Paola's Biography

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This resource features a booklist for Tomie dePaola. There is a summary and a picture of each book.
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Other

Transatlantic Literary Agency: Andrea Wayne Von Konigslow

For Students 9th - 10th
Andrea Wayne-von Konigslow is a children's illustrator as well as an author. Some of her work can be viewed here.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Robert Mc Closkey

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief biography of author Robert McCloskey which discusses his famous book, "Make Way for Ducklings."
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Other

Tomie De Paola

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site is more for teachers than students. There are very few graphics, however the site does provide abundant information about the author and his work.
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Other

Heart of Hockey: The Art of William Roy Brownridge

For Students 9th - 10th
William Roy Brownridge is a Canadian artist who specializes in painting hockey scenes, particularly those with children. He is also the author of several well known children?s books, for example, ?The Moccasin Goalie?. This is his...

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