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Harold D. Underdown

Writing and Illustrating Multicultural Children's Books

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough resource on the wide-ranging topic of multicultural literature for children. Includes information about the current field of multiculturalism, opportunities for writers, finding a publisher, and looking toward the future of...
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Harold D. Underdown

Writing Young Adult and Children's Fiction and Fantasy

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A great article concerning writing children's literature, especially in the area of fantasy or science fiction. The author provides information concerning how to develop characters, creating literary elements, and discusses some pitfalls...
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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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Harold D. Underdown

Are You a Writer Looking for Inspiration?

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A very helpful article for writers looking for inspiration. Presents advice about inspiration from the past, present, and future. Article written for children's literature but may also apply to other genres.
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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,...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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...
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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.
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University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Joe Mc Lellan

For Students 3rd - 8th
Welcome to the world of 'Nanabosho' and his author! Find out about Joe's life and what led him to create this aboriginal series of books which children and adults alike find so appealing!
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University of Michigan

Children's Literature a Powerful Problem Solving Tool

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Using children's literature for young students can be a good way to teach problem solving skills. This brief article explains how the local police department and teacher use children's books to help their students develop their problem...
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University of Michigan

Children's Literature a Powerful Problem Solving Tool

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Using children's literature for young students can be a good way to teach problem solving skills. This brief article explains how the local police department and teacher use children's books to help their students develop their problem...
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International Reading Association

Using Bilingual Books in Esl and Mainstreamed Classrooms

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The authors explain strategies for using bilingual books to foster literacy development with ESL learners. They argue that the presence of books in other languages in the classroom library sends a clear message about the value of...
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International Reading Association

Using Bilingual Books in Esl and Mainstreamed Classrooms

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The authors explain strategies for using bilingual books to foster literacy development with ESL learners. They argue that the presence of books in other languages in the classroom library sends a clear message about the value of...
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Famous Scientists

Famous Scientists: Beatrix Potter

For Students 9th - 10th
Beatrix Potter may be a familiar name in children's literature, but what a lot do not know is that she is a notable woman of science as well. Find out in this short biography.
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Penguin Publishing

Penguin Random House: Doug Unplugged by Dan Yaccarino

For Students K - 1st
This is an introduction to the children's novel Doug Unplugged by Dan Yaccarino, a science fiction book for young readers. It includes a brief summary, links to about the author information, book reviews, and other books by the author....
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Judith Viorst

For Students 3rd - 5th
This resource provides information about Judith Viorst. It includes a short interview where she answers questions about her book Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.
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Love To Know Media

Your Dictionary: Teaching Kids About Reflective Writing

For Teachers 1st - 8th Standards
This site offers ideas to encourage children to practice reflective writing and tips for teachers to teach it.
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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.
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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...
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University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Deborah Ellis

For Students 9th - 10th
The author of the highly received 'Breadwinner' trilogy is profiled. Deborah was a loner, a reader, and part of the feminist movement. How did she become a highly praised author? Read her biography on this site!
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University of Manitoba

Cm Magazine Profiles: Kenneth Oppel

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you a fan of the Silverwing novels? Meet the author, Kenneth Oppel, and learn how he moved from being a video game addict to a popular published author of youth fiction.

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