Aaron Shepherd
The Crystal Heart, a Vietnamese Legend (R's Theater)
A reader's theater version of a folktale from Vietnam for 13 players, ages 10 and up. Adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his picture book "The Crystal Heart," the themes explored are kindness and false imagining....
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Library of Congress Solitaire
After viewing a tutorial of the Outline and Call Numbers of the LC Classification system, students will create posters using a picture or graphic to identify the 21 general subject areas. Students then visit a college library online to...
Aaron Shepherd
How Frog Went to Heaven, a Tale of Angola (Rt)
This reader's theater version of a folktale from Angola has been adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his short story "How Frog Went to Heaven." For 16 players, ages 7-9, the story explores themes of inventiveness and...
Aaron Shepherd
The Magic of Mushkil Gusha, a Tale of Iran (Rt)
A reader's theater version of a folktale from Iran for ten players, ages 9-13. Adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his short story "The Magic of Mushkil Gusha," the story explores themes of thankfulness and sharing....
Aaron Shepherd
Monkey Lives! A Superhero Tale of China (R's Theater)
A reader's theater version of a folktale from China for six or more players ages ten and up. Adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his short novel "Monkey: A Superhero Tale of China," the performance length is five...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Hook Those Fish!
Learners will read chapter and picture books to discover how the author "hooked" the reader. Students will then practice using the same strategies in their own writing.
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Widow's Broom
Review of the book The Widow's Broom and a link to another website for which this book goes well.
Curated OER
The Book on Jane Yolen
The most complete information you can get on author Jane Yolen! Teachers, writers, kids- everyone can find something here. Lots of pictures too!
Other
Books by Peggy Rathmann: Biography
This site is taken from the Books by Peggy Rathmann official site and it contains unique, interesting facts about the life of the author, Peggy Rathmann. It includes a picture along with a few autobiographical sections.
Other
Nancy Polette: "Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone" Literature Guide
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...
Other
Official Site of j.k. Rowling
This J.K. Rowling's official site -- very flashy, media rich, and fun for children. A much livelier, as the author herself admits, after a recent makeover. Read Rowlings biography (includes pictures), check out the Daily News, and...
Other
University of South Carolina: Robert Burns Bicentenary Exhibition
An online museum exhibit of materials relating to Robert Burns, such as illustrations or pictures of early edition books.
Luther Seminary
Bible Tutor: Ecclesiasticus
This site from The Bible Tutor provides information and briefly discusses the author and contents of the Book. Links are provided for information on specific portions of the text, along with a picture to illustrate one of the verses.
Aaron Shepherd
Aaron Shepard's World of Stories: Folktales, Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends, Etc.
Here are folktales, fairy tales, tall tales, myths, legends, magical tales, and sacred stories, plus original fables, humor, fantasy, and historical fiction from award-winning author Aaron Shepard. Most of the stories have been published...
AdLit
Ad lit.org: Reading Discussion Guide: Tweak by Nic Sheff
Nic Sheff was drunk for the first time at age 11. In the years that followed, he would regularly smoke pot, do cocaine and Ecstasy, and develop addictions to crystal meth and heroin. Even so, he felt like he would always be able to quit...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Literatura De Los Estados Unidos
Wikipedia overview in Spanish of American literature from its roots to contemporary authors and themes. This entry is a broad sweep -- no era is covered in depth but it's a helpful "big picture" view for Spanish-speaking students, with...
Other
Stories From the Web
Reading skills development program for children from 1 to 14 years old. Children can find short stories, poems, art work, games, pictures, everything divided by age range. Also are useful links for parents and teachers.
Other
Graeme Base Official Art Gallery Website
View about two dozen of Graeme Base's illustrations from such books as "Animalia," "The Eleventh Hour," and "Jungle Drums." Some of the pictures are accompanied by explanatory text by the author.
University of Minnesota
Jane Yolen Speaks!
This site is a bit hard to read, but it includes some up to date info on author Jane Yolen. There are some great pictures and links as well.
Curated OER
Picture Susan Vreeland
Site includes concise biographical information and lists significant national awards. Author's four books are highlighted with information such as origin, reviews, teacher guides, etc.
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Owl at Home
This site presents a review of Owl at Home.
Other
Harper Collins: "Parrot in the Oven" Reading Guide
Reading guide for Victor Martinez's "Parrot in the Oven" provided by the book's publisher, HarperCollins. Sections include an introduction, short biography of the author (including a picture), and ten discussion questions.
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: A Review of Avi's Literature
Summarizes some of Avi's most popular pieces, including Nothing But the Truth, Who Was that Masked Man Anyway, Devil's Race, The Fighting Ground, and The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Reading and Writing About Miss Moo
Lesson for early elementary and special education students utlizing the book Miss Moo Goes to the Zoo by Kelly Graves and graphic organizers to identify elements in a story (title, author, setting, characters, etc.). Students participate...