Literacy & Reader's Advisory

{"id":8141435846,"title":"Small-Group Reading Instruction: Differentiated Teaching Models for Intermediate Readers, Grades 3–8, 2\/e","handle":"small-group-reading-instruction","description":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeverly B. Tyner and Sharon E. Green \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780872078437 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e224 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2011\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the pressure of high-stakes assessments and heightened demands through the Common Core Standards, the quest for effective reading instruction continues to be at the forefront of education. Teaching reading in the intermediate grades brings the added pressure of content area mandates. Keeping in mind this increased pressure to succeed, Beverly Tyner and Sharon Green have revised and expanded their best-selling \u003ci\u003eSmall-Group Reading Instruction\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapters provide the knowledge base and practical application models necessary to implement small-group differentiated reading instruction for a wide range of readers in the intermediate grades. To help you provide struggling and proficient students with the specific instruction that will increase their overall reading ability as they face higher standards, Beverly and Sharon offer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLesson plans for each intermediate reader stage-intervention, evolving, maturing, and advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample lessons that include both narrative and informational texts and in-depth teacher student dialogue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReading and writing extension activities that reinforce grade-level standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManagement ideas and tips, including classroom routines, organizational models, and sample schedules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessments that support the small-group differentiated reading models and can be used to track progress in fluency, word study, and comprehension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA CD with printable PDFs of assessment, word study, and support materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2016-08-19T13:50:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-19T13:50:21-04:00","vendor":"International Literacy Association (ILA)","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_International Literacy Association (ILA)","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":4895,"price_min":4895,"price_max":4895,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":26926502854,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780872078437","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Small-Group Reading Instruction: Differentiated Teaching Models for Intermediate Readers, Grades 3–8, 2\/e","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":4895,"weight":600,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"9780872078437"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780872078437.jpg?v=1533234228"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780872078437.jpg?v=1533234228","options":["Title"],"content":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeverly B. Tyner and Sharon E. Green \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780872078437 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e224 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2011\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the pressure of high-stakes assessments and heightened demands through the Common Core Standards, the quest for effective reading instruction continues to be at the forefront of education. Teaching reading in the intermediate grades brings the added pressure of content area mandates. Keeping in mind this increased pressure to succeed, Beverly Tyner and Sharon Green have revised and expanded their best-selling \u003ci\u003eSmall-Group Reading Instruction\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapters provide the knowledge base and practical application models necessary to implement small-group differentiated reading instruction for a wide range of readers in the intermediate grades. To help you provide struggling and proficient students with the specific instruction that will increase their overall reading ability as they face higher standards, Beverly and Sharon offer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLesson plans for each intermediate reader stage-intervention, evolving, maturing, and advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample lessons that include both narrative and informational texts and in-depth teacher student dialogue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReading and writing extension activities that reinforce grade-level standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManagement ideas and tips, including classroom routines, organizational models, and sample schedules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssessments that support the small-group differentiated reading models and can be used to track progress in fluency, word study, and comprehension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA CD with printable PDFs of assessment, word study, and support materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e"}

{"id":8329697542,"title":"Supercharged Storytimes: An Early Literacy Planning and Assessment Guide","handle":"ss-elpag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003eKathleen Campana, J. Elizabeth Mills, and Saroj Nadkarni Ghoting\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913802\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e184 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the groundbreaking research of \u003ca target=\"\" _blank=\"\" http:=\"\"\u003eVIEWS2\u003c\/a\u003e—the first systematic study of storytimes done to date—this book recommends simple interactive ways to emphasize early literacy techniques and encourage children to use and practice their pre-reading skills while preserving the delight inherent in storytime. And unlike many other storytime resources, the authors use the findings of VIEWS2 to offer guidance in performing assessment, as well as giving tips for planning and conducting storytimes. Put simply this book assists storytime presenters, children’s librarians, and others involved with early literacy by\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epresenting ready-to-use planning tools based on early learning benchmarks with a clear focus on developmental stages;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edemonstrating how to foster early literacy development by inserting the VIEWS2 early literacy domains into the five practices from the second edition of Every Child Ready to ReadŒ @ your LibraryŒ;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einterweaving testimonials from storytime practitioners throughout the text to provide real-world insight;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshowing how storytime presenters can connect with parents and caregivers to promote family engagement;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eproviding guidelines, worksheets, and recommendations for storytime assessment, with particular attention to self-reflection and peer-to-peer community learning;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehighlighting professional development resources that encourage sharing and problem-solving within the larger community of children’s and youth librarians; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eproviding administrators with research-based evidence that supports current and future advocacy for early literacy in public library programming for children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nUsing this book’s systematic approach, readers will be able to plan their storytimes with a clear idea of what to look for in the children they serve, and then continually improve how they meet the needs of their communities.","published_at":"2016-08-31T12:26:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-31T12:26:51-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":7700,"price_min":7700,"price_max":7700,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":27879974982,"title":"Default","option1":"Default","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838913802","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Supercharged Storytimes: An Early Literacy Planning and Assessment Guide","public_title":null,"options":["Default"],"price":7700,"weight":540,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780838913802"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913802.jpg?v=1533237026"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913802.jpg?v=1533237026","options":["Title"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003eKathleen Campana, J. Elizabeth Mills, and Saroj Nadkarni Ghoting\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913802\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e184 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the groundbreaking research of \u003ca target=\"\" _blank=\"\" http:=\"\"\u003eVIEWS2\u003c\/a\u003e—the first systematic study of storytimes done to date—this book recommends simple interactive ways to emphasize early literacy techniques and encourage children to use and practice their pre-reading skills while preserving the delight inherent in storytime. And unlike many other storytime resources, the authors use the findings of VIEWS2 to offer guidance in performing assessment, as well as giving tips for planning and conducting storytimes. Put simply this book assists storytime presenters, children’s librarians, and others involved with early literacy by\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epresenting ready-to-use planning tools based on early learning benchmarks with a clear focus on developmental stages;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edemonstrating how to foster early literacy development by inserting the VIEWS2 early literacy domains into the five practices from the second edition of Every Child Ready to ReadŒ @ your LibraryŒ;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einterweaving testimonials from storytime practitioners throughout the text to provide real-world insight;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshowing how storytime presenters can connect with parents and caregivers to promote family engagement;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eproviding guidelines, worksheets, and recommendations for storytime assessment, with particular attention to self-reflection and peer-to-peer community learning;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehighlighting professional development resources that encourage sharing and problem-solving within the larger community of children’s and youth librarians; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eproviding administrators with research-based evidence that supports current and future advocacy for early literacy in public library programming for children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nUsing this book’s systematic approach, readers will be able to plan their storytimes with a clear idea of what to look for in the children they serve, and then continually improve how they meet the needs of their communities."}

{"id":8141433478,"title":"Reciprocal Teaching at Work","handle":"reciprocal-teaching-at-work","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLori D. Oczkus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780872075078\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e312 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this much anticipated, revised, and expanded edition of her bestseller \u003cem\u003eReciprocal Teaching at Work\u003c\/em\u003e, Lori Oczkus continues to provide solutions for teaching comprehension. By focusing on four evidence-based and classroom-tested strategies that good readers use to comprehend text-predicting, questioning, clarifying, and summarizing-Lori shows you new ways to use reciprocal teaching to improve students comprehension while actively engaging them in learning and encouraging independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis second edition is jam-packed with fresh material including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new chapter on getting started with reciprocal teaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDozens of creative, exciting lessons and tips for using reciprocal teaching in whole-class settings, guided reading groups, and literature circles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeas for differentiating instruction for struggling readers and English language learners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded suggestions for grades K–5 and all new ideas for grades 6–12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical ways to use reciprocal teaching as a Response to Intervention (RTI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport materials such as reproducibles, posters, and a lesson planning menu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA free online professional development guide and free online classroom video clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 35 lessons and a wealth of materials to get you started-and keep you going-this is the all-inclusive resource you need to lead your students to become active, engaged, and independent readers who truly comprehend what they read.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-08-19T13:50:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-19T13:50:14-04:00","vendor":"International Literacy Association (ILA)","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_International Literacy Association (ILA)","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":4895,"price_min":4895,"price_max":4895,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":26926498822,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780872075078","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Reciprocal Teaching at Work","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":4895,"weight":500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":8,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"9780872075078"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780872075078.jpg?v=1533234220"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780872075078.jpg?v=1533234220","options":["Title"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLori D. Oczkus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780872075078\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e312 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this much anticipated, revised, and expanded edition of her bestseller \u003cem\u003eReciprocal Teaching at Work\u003c\/em\u003e, Lori Oczkus continues to provide solutions for teaching comprehension. By focusing on four evidence-based and classroom-tested strategies that good readers use to comprehend text-predicting, questioning, clarifying, and summarizing-Lori shows you new ways to use reciprocal teaching to improve students comprehension while actively engaging them in learning and encouraging independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis second edition is jam-packed with fresh material including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new chapter on getting started with reciprocal teaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDozens of creative, exciting lessons and tips for using reciprocal teaching in whole-class settings, guided reading groups, and literature circles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeas for differentiating instruction for struggling readers and English language learners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded suggestions for grades K–5 and all new ideas for grades 6–12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical ways to use reciprocal teaching as a Response to Intervention (RTI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport materials such as reproducibles, posters, and a lesson planning menu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA free online professional development guide and free online classroom video clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 35 lessons and a wealth of materials to get you started-and keep you going-this is the all-inclusive resource you need to lead your students to become active, engaged, and independent readers who truly comprehend what they read.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":8777452812,"title":"Nonfiction in Motion: Connecting Preschoolers with Nonfiction Books through Movement","handle":"nonfiction-in-motion-connecting-preschoolers-with-nonfiction-books-through-movement","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJulie Dietzel-Glair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838914687\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e136 pages • 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn underutilized source for storytime programs, quality nonfiction books can help bridge the reading gap between preschool boys and girls; boys enjoy facts and “true stuff,” and including these books in storytime helps boys see that reading can be fun.  Here, Dietzel-Glair spotlights a multitude of nonfiction titles published since 2005 that will engage young children’s curiosity while activating learning through movement-based activities. A huge time-saver for storytime planners and presenters, and a useful collection development tool, this guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eidentifies 200 quality nonfiction books suitable for preschoolers, all in print or easy to find, covering fun topics like animals, construction, and science;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes recommended art, movement, music, and prop ideas for each book that will fire up children’s imaginations;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshows how to incorporate the five practices for early literacy and offers other helpful storytime tips;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides several outlines for art projects; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efeatures multiple indexes to aid in finding just the right title, author, or subject.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing this book as a springboard for programming will ensure that storytime is a delightful, educational experience for children and adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-10-20T13:43:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-10-20T13:43:39-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":7995,"price_min":7995,"price_max":7995,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":30281178252,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838914687","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Nonfiction in Motion: Connecting Preschoolers with Nonfiction Books through Movement","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":7995,"weight":230,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780838914687"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838914687.jpg?v=1533237179"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838914687.jpg?v=1533237179","options":["Title"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJulie Dietzel-Glair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838914687\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e136 pages • 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn underutilized source for storytime programs, quality nonfiction books can help bridge the reading gap between preschool boys and girls; boys enjoy facts and “true stuff,” and including these books in storytime helps boys see that reading can be fun.  Here, Dietzel-Glair spotlights a multitude of nonfiction titles published since 2005 that will engage young children’s curiosity while activating learning through movement-based activities. 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{"id":8329703622,"title":"The Handbook for Storytime Programs","handle":"hsp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudy Freeman and Caroline Feller Bauer \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838912652 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e616 pages \u003cbr\u003e 7 x 10 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLibrarians, teachers, parents, and caregivers can energize storytimes and curricula with this informative and entertaining resource filled with engaging and creative ways to integrate storytelling and story-related materials into programs for children, ages birth–12. Readers will find a treasure trove of tales, books, songs, and poems to share, plus a host of exciting and easily adaptable children’s literature-based activities. 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{"id":10519719180,"title":"Summer Matters: Making All Learning Count","handle":"smmalc-alae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElizabeth M. McChesney and Bryan W. Wunar; illustrated by Steve Musgrave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13: 9780838915615 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e128 pages • 8½ x 11\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published: 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSummer reading for children is a long standing and cherished tradition in public libraries across America, but today’s kids need to master new skills and competencies. Today’s summer programming needs to move beyond reading to engage children with hands-on activities, thus keeping their brains active even when school’s out. Here, a team of librarians and educators from the Chicago Public Library (CPL) and Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry present a guide based on their award-winning, STEAM-inspired approach. They outline practical steps for libraries and cultural institutions to partner in creating a sustainable summer learning program that’s both fun and educational. 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{"id":8141553030,"title":"Graphic Novels II: A Guide to Comic Books, Manga, and More \u003cem\u003e(Genreflecting Advisory Series)\u003c\/em\u003e","handle":"graphic-novels-2","description":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichael Pawuk and David Serchay \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781598847000 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e719 pages • 7 x 10 \u003cbr\u003e 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovering genres from action\/adventure and fantasy to horror, science fiction, and superheroes, this guide maps the vast and expanding terrain of graphic novels, describing and organizing titles as well as providing information that will help librarians to build and balance their graphic novel collections and direct patrons to read-alikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew subgenres, new authors, new artists, and new titles appear daily in the comic book and manga world, joining thousands of existing titles—some of which are very popular and well-known to the enthusiastic readers of books in this genre. 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{"id":8329692678,"title":"Animal Shenanigans: Twenty-four Creative, Interactive Story Programs for Preschoolers","handle":"as-24cispp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRob Reid \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838912713 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e248 pages \u003cbr\u003e 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e 2014\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing our four-legged, no-legged, winged, scaled, and feathered friends, this new series of story program lesson plans from bestselling author Reid will help librarians and teachers unleash kids’ curiosity and learning. Using a combination of high-quality picture books, fingerplays, movement activities, songs, and games, these ready-to-use, mix-and-match lesson plans focus on universal themes such as family, friendship, and school—but with animal protagonists. Useful for both school and public libraries, for teaching as well as collection development, Reid’s book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two dozen complete 30-minute story programs for preschoolers that can also be adapted for K_2 children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers 70 new _in-betweenî activities such as fingerplays and movement activities, songs and musical activities, chants, creative dramatics, imagination exercises, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides alternate book lists at the end of each story plan so readers can further customize their own storytimes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGives tips on how to energize presentations and encourage audience participation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nUsing Reid’s sure-fire story programs, kids and grownups alike will have a howling, barking, clucking, roaring good time.","published_at":"2016-08-31T12:26:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-31T12:26:39-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":7000,"price_min":7000,"price_max":7000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":27879947590,"title":"Default","option1":"Default","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838912713","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Animal Shenanigans: Twenty-four Creative, Interactive Story Programs for Preschoolers","public_title":null,"options":["Default"],"price":7000,"weight":340,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780838912713"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838912713.jpg?v=1533237006"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838912713.jpg?v=1533237006","options":["Title"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRob Reid \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838912713 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e248 pages \u003cbr\u003e 6 x 9 \u003cbr\u003e 2014\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing our four-legged, no-legged, winged, scaled, and feathered friends, this new series of story program lesson plans from bestselling author Reid will help librarians and teachers unleash kids’ curiosity and learning. Using a combination of high-quality picture books, fingerplays, movement activities, songs, and games, these ready-to-use, mix-and-match lesson plans focus on universal themes such as family, friendship, and school—but with animal protagonists. Useful for both school and public libraries, for teaching as well as collection development, Reid’s book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two dozen complete 30-minute story programs for preschoolers that can also be adapted for K_2 children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers 70 new _in-betweenî activities such as fingerplays and movement activities, songs and musical activities, chants, creative dramatics, imagination exercises, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides alternate book lists at the end of each story plan so readers can further customize their own storytimes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGives tips on how to energize presentations and encourage audience participation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nUsing Reid’s sure-fire story programs, kids and grownups alike will have a howling, barking, clucking, roaring good time."}

{"id":8141577030,"title":"A Book is Just Like You","handle":"a-book-is-just-like-you","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathleen Fox; illustrated by John Wallace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781602130609\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2012\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you know that a book is just like you? It's true Think about it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the day you were born, you were given a name. A book is given a name, too—it's called a title.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a spine that helps to keep your body together. A book also has a spine, which keeps the book's body of pages together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou don't go to school naked—you wear clothes to keep warm, protect your skin, show off your fashion sense and, of course, to keep out of the principal's office\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eBooks wear clothes, too. A book's clothes are called a cover, or jacket, and like clothes, they keep the inside of a book protected from things like kids with sticky ice cream fingers and little baby brothers. \u003c\/span\u003eWith vibrant illustrations and hilarious comparisons, \u003ci\u003eA Book is Just Like You\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect teaching tool for helping students understand their books—inside and out.","published_at":"2016-08-19T13:57:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-19T13:57:31-04:00","vendor":"UpstartBooks","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_UpstartBooks","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":2500,"price_min":2500,"price_max":2500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":26926762886,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9781602130609","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"A Book is Just Like You","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":2500,"weight":500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"9781602130609"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9781602130609.jpg?v=1533235474"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9781602130609.jpg?v=1533235474","options":["Title"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKathleen Fox; illustrated by John Wallace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781602130609\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2012\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you know that a book is just like you? It's true Think about it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the day you were born, you were given a name. A book is given a name, too—it's called a title.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a spine that helps to keep your body together. A book also has a spine, which keeps the book's body of pages together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou don't go to school naked—you wear clothes to keep warm, protect your skin, show off your fashion sense and, of course, to keep out of the principal's office\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eBooks wear clothes, too. A book's clothes are called a cover, or jacket, and like clothes, they keep the inside of a book protected from things like kids with sticky ice cream fingers and little baby brothers. \u003c\/span\u003eWith vibrant illustrations and hilarious comparisons, \u003ci\u003eA Book is Just Like You\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect teaching tool for helping students understand their books—inside and out."}

{"id":8141577734,"title":"The Tibrarian Handbook: A Teacher-Librarian's Guide to Transforming the Library Into a Center of Learning","handle":"tibrarian-handbook","description":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristine Varachi \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781602130630\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e208 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2012\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Tibrarian, put simply, is a teacher-librarian—a librarian who makes her library classroom the most hands-on, supportive and engaging learning environment possible. In this age of ever-emerging technology and educational strategies, in which patrons and librarians alike are constantly presented with new ways to read, research and communicate, the idea of what defines a library is shifting, too. \u003ci\u003eThe Tibrarian Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e provides thoughtful lesson plans, an in-depth look at reading motivation strategies, suggestions for using technology effectively and ideas for keeping students focused, excited and on-task. It is an invaluable guide for the elementary librarian who is looking for new ways to integrate herself into the learning process and seeking to demonstrate her indispensable role in the school community. Grades K–5.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-08-19T13:57:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-19T13:57:33-04:00","vendor":"UpstartBooks","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_UpstartBooks","Subject_Children's Programs \u0026 Services","Subject_Reading Promotion \u0026 Literacy"],"price":2500,"price_min":2500,"price_max":2500,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":26926763782,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9781602130630","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"The Tibrarian Handbook: A Teacher-Librarian's Guide to Transforming the Library Into a Center of Learning","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":2500,"weight":700,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"9781602130630"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9781602130630.jpg?v=1533235479"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9781602130630.jpg?v=1533235479","options":["Title"],"content":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristine Varachi \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781602130630\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e208 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2012\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Tibrarian, put simply, is a teacher-librarian—a librarian who makes her library classroom the most hands-on, supportive and engaging learning environment possible. In this age of ever-emerging technology and educational strategies, in which patrons and librarians alike are constantly presented with new ways to read, research and communicate, the idea of what defines a library is shifting, too. \u003ci\u003eThe Tibrarian Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e provides thoughtful lesson plans, an in-depth look at reading motivation strategies, suggestions for using technology effectively and ideas for keeping students focused, excited and on-task. It is an invaluable guide for the elementary librarian who is looking for new ways to integrate herself into the learning process and seeking to demonstrate her indispensable role in the school community. Grades K–5.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":99167469593,"title":"The Readers' Advisory Guide to Graphic Novels, Second Edition","handle":"the-readers-advisory-guide-to-graphic-novels-second-edition","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrancisca Goldsmith\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9780838915097\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e232 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\" x 9\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first edition of this readers’ advisory represented a pioneering effort to provide help and encouragement to librarians diving into this exciting format, and since then the popularity of graphic novels has continued apace. Goldsmith has updated her guide to encompass a bounty of new titles, authors, and styles, ensuring its continued usefulness as a tool for both RA and collection development. Suitable for newbies and hardcore fans alike, this book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esketches in the history of graphic novels, tracing their evolution and showing what makes them unique;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexplores traditional and cutting edge titles most friendly to children, teens, and adults, reflecting the burgeoning and maturing publishing efforts made for each of these audiences;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ediscusses common themes, topics, and the place of diversity in graphic novels;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egives in-depth guidance on ways to connect readers to titles they’ll be sure to love;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoffers ideas for media tie-ins, displays, programming, book clubs, and more;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes annotated bibliographies, with appeal characteristics noted, and multiple indexes to ensure that locating the right graphic novel is a snap; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides detailed tips for keeping current and aware of new titles and trends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpotlighting this expanding body of intellectual, aesthetic, and engaging literature, Goldsmith’s guide will entertain as well as inform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-16T10:52:26-04:00","created_at":"2017-10-16T11:50:23-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Readers' Advisory"],"price":6500,"price_min":6500,"price_max":6500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":905048031257,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838915097","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"The Readers' Advisory Guide to Graphic Novels, Second Edition","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":6500,"weight":300,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Goldsmith_GN_2E_300.jpg?v=1533237992"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/Goldsmith_GN_2E_300.jpg?v=1533237992","options":["Title"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrancisca Goldsmith\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9780838915097\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e232 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\" x 9\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first edition of this readers’ advisory represented a pioneering effort to provide help and encouragement to librarians diving into this exciting format, and since then the popularity of graphic novels has continued apace. Goldsmith has updated her guide to encompass a bounty of new titles, authors, and styles, ensuring its continued usefulness as a tool for both RA and collection development. Suitable for newbies and hardcore fans alike, this book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esketches in the history of graphic novels, tracing their evolution and showing what makes them unique;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexplores traditional and cutting edge titles most friendly to children, teens, and adults, reflecting the burgeoning and maturing publishing efforts made for each of these audiences;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ediscusses common themes, topics, and the place of diversity in graphic novels;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egives in-depth guidance on ways to connect readers to titles they’ll be sure to love;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoffers ideas for media tie-ins, displays, programming, book clubs, and more;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes annotated bibliographies, with appeal characteristics noted, and multiple indexes to ensure that locating the right graphic novel is a snap; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides detailed tips for keeping current and aware of new titles and trends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpotlighting this expanding body of intellectual, aesthetic, and engaging literature, Goldsmith’s guide will entertain as well as inform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}

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