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Direct linkSullivan, Michael – ALA Editions, 2010
Based on more than twenty years' experience working to get boys interested in reading, the author now offers his first readers' advisory volume. With an emphasis on nonfiction and the boy-friendly categories of genre fiction, the work offers a wealth of material including: (1) Suggestions for how to booktalk one-on-one as well as in large groups;…
Descriptors: Fantasy, Literary Genres, Nonfiction, Science Fiction
Peer reviewedKlause, Annette Curtis – Journal of Youth Services in Libraries, 1990
Identifies the elements of science fiction that might appeal to adolescent readers and offers suggestions for developing innovative book talks on science fiction books. A bibliography of 133 books, categorized by subgenres such as hard science, space travel, and mysteries, is provided. (eight references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Guidelines, Library Role, Reading Material Selection
Download full textNational Council of Teachers of English, Urbana, IL. Women in Literature and Life Assembly. – 1999
This booklet presents a book list, activities, and teacher resources to provide teachers a starting place for works of adolescent literature that will initiate conversations and questions about gender roles and the perceptions of appropriate behavior and activities. It is designed to bring teachers' attention to more recent titles in order to…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Biographies, Class Activities, Drama
Peer reviewedHunter, C. Bruce – Science Activities, 1980
Describes the use of science fiction in the science classroom to introduce and teach scientific concepts and theories, to demonstrate relevance, and to encourage further study. Included are suggestions for incorporation of science fiction in the science curriculum and sources of science fiction stories. (DS)
Descriptors: Curriculum Enrichment, Fantasy, Fiction, Reading Materials
Peer reviewedDubeck, Leroy W.; And Others – Physics Teacher, 1990
Cited are the experiences of the authors with a college-level course which used science fiction films to teach scientific principles. Included is a set of sample scientific concepts explored using the film "Forbidden Planet." (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Films, Higher Education, Inservice Teacher Education
Barron, Daniel D. – School Library Media Activities Monthly, 1992
Discussion of virtual reality and cyberspace focuses on applications in school media programs. Examples of fiction for adults and children dealing with these concepts, as well as related materials for educators, are suggested. The vast range of resources available to library media specialists through the Internet is also considered. (MES)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Childrens Literature, Computer Simulation, Elementary Secondary Education
Kreigh, Helen, Ed. – 1986
Intended to help librarians develop summer programs, this manual contains suggestions for activities and events based on the theme "Star Spangled Summer." The manual includes suggestions for promoting the program, decorating the library, getting the participants registered, and participating in projects, activities, events, games, and giveaways.…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Bibliographies, Childrens Literature, Community Programs
