British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Romantics & Victorians Childhood
These articles research how childhood was depicted in the literature of the 18th and 19th century, and how perceptions of childhood were different from those of today.
British Library
British Library: 20th Century Works: Wise Children
Read an overview of "Wise Children" by Angela Carter and view additional resources such as articles, collection items, and teacher resources.
British Library
British Library: 20th Century: Literature 1950 2000
Explore key literary works of the late 20th century with these articles.
British Library
British Library: 20th Century Works: In Praise of Love and Children
"In Praise of Love and Children" by Beryl Gilroy is a novel that tells of the experiences of Caribbean migration and celebrates community. Read an overview and view additional resources such as articles, collection items, and teacher...
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Ian Wallace
Ian Wallace is a very successful Canadian children's author. His website has a wealth of information about him and his books, as well as articles that have been written about him.
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Dong a Newspaper: Korean Children's Newspaper
Well-known Korean children's newspaper website. Articles match general interests of elementary to middle school students: reports on world news, movie stars, singers, sports, science, school news, cartoons, writing competition and study...
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech: Alan Review: Using Short Story Collections
A comprehensive article from Alan Review on ways of using short story collections in the classroom; Norma Fox Mazer's collection, "Dear Bill, Remember Me?" is included under section #4.
Scholastic
Scholastic: How to Choose the Best Multicultural Books
Teacher's resource that advises how to choose great multicultural books for children. Includes lists of good books and authors, as well as criteria for selecting texts.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Virginia Hamilton's Interview Transcript
This is a transcript of an interview between students and the celebrated children's writer, Virginia Hamilton.
The Book Report
Kids reads.com: Authors
Click on the children's author link to view an article with biographical information, book titles, and the like.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Eric Carle Author Study
This resource features an author study of Eric Carle. Students and teachers can gain a deeper understanding into this author's life and work when they visit.
Other
Pippi Longstocking Swedish Rebel and Feminist Role Model
Article about how influential the character of Pippi Longstocking has been on the attitudes of children in Sweden and throughout the world. Astrid Lindgren's Pippi Longstocking books have been translated and printed around the world so...
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24 Hour Museum: Uk's National Virtual Museum
The 24 Hour Museum collects in one place museum exhibit sites and news from over 3700 museums, galleries and heritage sites in the UK. Whether you are interested in history, science, literature or culture, you'll be able to find...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Novels for Growing Readers
Come and check out this informative resource featuring novels for growing readers. This site lists several appropriate books for students ranging from grades three through six.