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Trelease, Jim, Ed. – 1992
This book brings together 48 read-aloud stories that parents and teachers can share with children ages 5 through 9. Each story in the book has its own introduction and suggestions for further reading. Sections of the book are: Tell Me a Story!; Tales from Long Ago; School Days; Food for Thought; Families; Folk and Fairy Tales; Animal Tales;…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Folk Culture, Literature Appreciation
Brown, Richard A. – 1987
This collection of short stories contains tales of a mythical animal called the "Tajar." Tajar tales are a tradition among campers who attend summer camps. The stories are to be read aloud, and approximate reading times for the stories are provided. Tajar looks something like a tiger, a jaguar, and a badger. He is a friendly, but mysterious…
Descriptors: Camping, Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Folk Culture
Trelease, Jim, Ed. – 1993
Representing many different cultures, genres, writing styles, and interests, the 50 excerpts (from newspapers, magazines, and books) presented in this book are suitable for reading aloud to young adults. The excerpts presented in the book were chosen to introduce students to the richness of literature and to a lifetime of reading. Each excerpt is…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Fiction, Folk Culture
