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Nancy Polette: "Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone" Literature Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out this literature guide for the book, "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," by J.K. Rowling. In addition to a very brief overview of the book, there are questions to think about, several activities, and a song. All help...
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Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Avi

For Students 3rd - 8th
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site provides a commentary on the young adult fiction of Avi.
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Nancy Polette: "Missing May" Literature Guide

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This site features a literature guide for the book "Missing May," by Cynthia Rylant.
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: The Children in the Wood

For Students K - 1st
A scanned copy of the 1898 publication of The Children in the Wood, a book of poems for children.
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: The Children's Nonsense Book

For Students 1st - 3rd
A scanned copy of the 1895 publication of The Children's Nonsense Book, a book of stories and poems for children.
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Choice Poems for Little Children

For Students 2nd - 4th
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of Choice Poems for Little Children, a book of poetry for children.
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: The Lost Children, and Other Stories

For Students 2nd - 4th
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of The Lost Children, and Other Stories by Timothy Shay Arthur, a book of stories for children.
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Anna Ross, a Story for Children

For Students 4th - 6th
A scanned copy of the 1853 publication of Anna Ross, a Story for Children by Grace Kennedy, a fiction book for children.
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: A Hundred Short Tales for Children

For Students 3rd - 5th
A scanned copy of the 1853 publication of A Hundred Short Tales for Children by Christoph von Schmid, a book of short stories for children.
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Harold D. Underdown

Writing Mysteries for Children's Magazines

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent resource for anyone looking to write in the literary genre of mystery, especially for children. Includes helpful information and tips for writers on topics such as publishing and content.
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Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: The Castle in the Attic

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site provides a review of the book "The Castle in the Attic" by Elizabeth Winthrop. It also features ideas for activities and a list of related books.
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Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Bird Watch: A Book of Poetry

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site is on the book "Bird Watch" by Jane Yolen. It includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources.
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Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Dandelions

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site on the book "Dandelions" by Eve Bunting, includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources.
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Aaron in the Wildwoods

For Students 4th - 6th
A scanned copy of the 1898 publication of Aaron in the Wildwoods by Joel Chandler Harris, a fiction book for children.
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Harold D. Underdown

Dangerous Myths/ Terrible Truths in Children's Writing

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of myths and truths about writing elementary or children's literature. Very helpful and informational for any student or adult looking to begin writing children's literature.
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Harold D. Underdown

Chatting Them Up: Tips for a Successful Interview

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Taken from the perspective of a children's literature writer, this website offers several tips and suggestions for conducting an efficient interview. A detailed and informational article.
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University of South Florida

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Lit2 Go

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Find stories, novels, and poems from more than one hundred authors. Download select works as MP3 files or read or listen to them online. Available selections span a wide range of literature, from nursery rhymes to the philosophy of...
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Stone Soup: How to Submit Creative Writing and Art to Stone Soup

For Students Pre-K - 1st Standards
This resource accepts contributions from younger children, up through age 13. This page explains the process to follow when submitting contributions. Also at this site students will find a link to a sample issue.
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Harper childrens.com: If You Take a Mouse to School

For Students Pre-K - 1st
What happens "If You Take a Mouse to School"? This resource features information on Laura Numeroff's book of that name. Students and teachers will benefit from the information found within this resource.
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Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Virginia Hamilton

For Students 6th - 8th
This site contains a biographical description of Virginia Hamilton. There is also a list of her books with a brief description of each
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Oregon Children's Theatre: Charlotte's Web Study Guide [Pdf]

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This study guide is a helpful tool for studying E.B. White's classic, Charlotte's Web. Background information about the story and play are provided, as well as lesson ideas.
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Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: A Book Review of Shiloh

For Students 6th - 8th
This site is a review of one of Phyllis Naylor's more well known books, "Shiloh."
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Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Richard Peck

For Students 6th - 8th
This site provides a commentary on the works of author, Richard Peck.
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Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Araminta's Paint Box

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site on the book "Araminta's Paint Box" by Karen Ackerman, includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources.

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