The successes and failures of the realistic mode when utilized by writers for children. (RM)

A discussion of physical and psychological barriers faced by characters in children's books. (DD)

A discussion about whether the children's books of today are providing meaningful identification for black children, as well as real insight for white children into the historical, ethnic, and cultural characteristics of black Americans. (Author/RM)

An analysis of 255 books written since 1970 for children in the primary grades reveals that two of every three books do not mention career concepts or provide information on work values. Those books that do refer to work do so in a way that subordinates the concept to the plot and character development, often showing the child that work is done by…

An evaluation of the contribution Clyde Robert Bulla has made to the field of children's literature. (RB)

This study of contemporary realistic fiction with settings outside the United States and characters who are citizens of other countries--appropriate for children aged nine through twelve years--sought to discover the differences between those by American authors and those by non-American authors. For the study, 35 books (24 by American authors and…

Discusses the many world-wide stories of Cinderella, contrasting the American version with other versions in different eras and cultures. (MB)

A teaching method for use in the Junior High School, this book stresses the understanding of theme as a key to analyzing a short story. Activities are suggested for discovering the theme, plot structure, main character, and the relationship between theme and character. The authors offer techniques for creating a story orally and analyzing…