Children's Literature
This is a research guide to highlight Lane library materials appropriate for Children's Literature.
Lesson Plans
- Literature Lesson PlansFrom the "Resources for School Librarians" site maintained by a retired school librarian.
- Education World, Language Arts: Writing, Literature, and CreativityWriting and literature lesson plans.
Reviews
- The Children's Book Review Growing ReadersPublished reviews and book lists of the best books for kids of all ages.
- Kirkus Children's and Teens Book ReviewsKirkus Reviews is an American book review magazine founded in 1933 by Virginia Kirkus. The magazine has its headquarters in New York City.
- Common Sense Media Kids Book ReviewsCommon Sense Media is a San Francisco based non-profit organization that provides education and advocacy to families to promote safe technology and media for children.
- Carol Hurst's Children's Literature ReviewsChildren's book reviews arranged by title, author, or grade level. Also offers lesson ideas for curriculum areas or particular themes
- School Library JournalA source of quality journalism and reviews for more than 60 years.
Booktalks
A booktalk is a 2 - 7 minute presentation aimed at convincing an audience to read a book. Traditionally conducted in classrooms by teachers and librarians, they can also be performed in other settings and as outreach. (Source: San Jose State University Library)
- Booktalks Quick and SimpleThese short booktalks are intended to be used primarily by school library media specialists and teachers.
- Book Talking TipsTips on how to present an effective book talk.