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Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is an 11- page PDF about Into Thin Air, Jon Krakauer's book about his experience climbing Mount Everest. It includes a short summary of the book, a biography about the author, book reviews, discussion questions, an interview with...
Unit Plan
PBS

Pbs American Masters: Gore Vidal

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS chronicles the life of the novelist and playwright Gore Vidal. Take a look at the career timeline and watch videotaped interviews. RealPlayer plugin required.
Unit Plan
Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Fantasy and Science Fiction: Kurt Vonnegut

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson focuses on Kurt Vonnegut, a science fiction author who is famous for his quotes and satire. It features his short story "Harrison Bergeron," an after-reading quiz, and a writing assignment about it. It also provides the NPR:...
Handout
University of Arizona

University of Arizona Library: Chicago Manual of Style

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Good site for learning how to use Chicago Manual of Style. Gives examples on how to cite books, journals, newspapers or online articles, lectures, interviews, e-mail and websites. Also contains links to MLA Style Manual, APA Publication...
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: C. J. Taylor

For Students 3rd - 8th
Carrie-Jo Taylor is a widely read Canadian Mohawk writer and artist whose storybooks retell native legends and stories. This is an excellent and thorough interview with her from 1998.
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Andrea Beck

For Students 3rd - 8th
Andrea Beck, a Canadian children's writer, is the creator of a book series starring the character Elliot the Moose. This is an interview with her from 2003. The bibliography lists her books up until then, with some links to reviews.
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Frieda Wishinsky

For Students 3rd - 8th
Frieda Wishinsky is a prolific and widely published Canadian children's author. This is an extensive profile of her life and work from an interview in 2002.
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Loris Lesynski

For Students 3rd - 8th
Loris Lesynski is the author of delightful children's stories and poetry. This is a profile of her from an interview in 2005. The bibliography lists her books. Several of her books have links to reviews.
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Other

Studs Terkel: Conversations With America

For Students 9th - 10th
Uncover much information here about the incredible life story of Studs Terkel, famous radio personality and prize winning author. Listen to his interviews for some fascinating insights into the diverse culture of American life.
Website
American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Carlos Fuentes

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography on Mexican novelist, Carlos Fuentes, famous author, scholar and diplomat with great political stature, who produced a trove of essays, short stories and novels. Students can visit photos, interviews and read a profile of Mr....
Website
Other

Chris Van Allsburg

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official website for the children's author, Chris Van Allsburg. Includes a biography, interviews, timeline, and many interactive activities. Click on one of his works to take a sneak peek at the book. Winner of the Caldecott...
Website
Columbia University

Columbia University Libraries: Notable New Yorkers: Kenneth Clark

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Kenneth Clark, an influential black educator and psychologist. You can also listen to the interview on which this profile is based.
Activity
Stanford University

Stanford University/wole Soyinka

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This biography of Wole Soyinka includes links to interview excerpts, reviews on his books and excerpts from his works.
Interactive
US Holocaust Memorial Museum

U.s. Holocaust Memorial Museum: Anne Frank, the Writer

For Students 9th - 10th
An online exhibition about Anne Frank that focuses on her writing. Plenty of pictures, and translations of her writing, as well as transcripts of interviews with video clips.
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Celia Lottridge

For Students 3rd - 8th
Celia Lottridge is a Canadian children's writer, perhaps best known for her storybook The Name of the Tree, an African tale of a drought. This is a profile of her from an interview in 1997. The bibliography lists her books up until then,...
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Jo Ellen Bogart

For Students 3rd - 8th
Jo Ellen Bogart is a well-known Canadian children's writer. This is a profile of her from an interview in 2001. The bibliography lists her books up until then, with some links to reviews.
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: John Wilson

For Students 9th - 10th
John Wilson, a Canadian writer, has written a number of historical fiction books for junior up to high school level. This is a profile of his life, which is quite fascinating, from an interview in 1999. The bibliography lists his books...
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Richard Scrimger

For Students 3rd - 8th
Richard Scrimger, a Canadian writer, has written a number of humourous books for children. This is a profile of his life from an interview in 1998. The bibliography lists his books up until then, with some links to reviews.
Article
University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Rachna Gilmore

For Students 3rd - 8th
Rachna Gilmore is a well-known Canadian children's writer. Originally from India, she became fascinated with Anne of Green Gables as a young girl and this sparked her interest in becoming a writer. This is an interview with her from...
Primary
PBS

Pbs News Hour: In Memory of James Dickey

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the transcript of an interview which took place the day after James Dickey's death on PBS.
Website
Other

Frank Asch

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource explores the life of Frank Asch. It includes an interview, biography, list of his books and fun activities to do.
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Other

Celestial Timepiece: A Joyce Carol Oates Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
This spectacular site is filled with information about Oates, her work and scholarship about her work. Includes extensive bibliographies, full text of many different works, photos, interviews, and a biography.
Website
Other

Cynsations: Author Interview: Stephenie Meyer

For Students 9th - 10th
An interview with Stephenie Meyer that highlights her first novel, "Twilight."
Primary
PBS

Pbs: 24 Historians Interviewed on Thomas Jefferson

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS presents a transcript from an interview with Natalie Bober, a author of history books for young adults. She covers Jefferson's early life up to his time at the White House. Links to other interviews are available.