Chapter 10 includes information about nonfiction books. These books include biographies and informational books. There are many preconceived ideas about nonfiction books that can lead to little exposure and interest in a child’s life. However, nonfiction books have come a long way. Benefits of nonfiction books are that they offer a key to success in later schooling, they are ubiquitous in the larger society, they are the preferred reading material for some children, they addresses children’s interests and questions, they build knowledge of the natural and social world, they include many important text features.
When considering what nonfiction book is right in the classroom it is important to consider the role of the children’s preferences, text, accuracy, and multicultural understanding in the selection, and the use of children’s literature. Today, the quality of nonfiction books is outstanding. This specific type of literature can be seen as a work of art. These books provide an interesting option for students to learn about important information. They also are just as effective as textbooks. The majority of students would much rather read a trade book then a textbook.
Towards the end of the chapter there are multiple resources that are great for nonfiction books. The first website I viewed was Sports Illustrated for Kids. The site offered an endless amount of attractive articles for young kids to read. It has games, news, and interactive features for students to use while keeping them in a safe environment. This is a great site that I believe most kids will enjoy. The next site I went to was Time for Kids. This is also a great site that discusses issues in the world at a younger level. There are numerous sections that include: News, Kid Reporters Around the World, Homework Helper, Photos & Videos, Mini-Sites, TFK Extras, and a Store section as well. Finally, I looked at a website called 100 Best Nonfiction Books, PreK-8. This website is a great resource for children, parents, and teachers to use when selecting a book. There is a list of 100 of the best nonfiction books that were selected and annotated by Judy Freeman. These books were selected because they have had the most impact on her teaching, have broken new ground, have taught her something extraordinary, and have wowed readers.
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