This instructional bulletin is designed to assist teachers in whose classes are one or more gifted pupils who are reading above grade level. The books discussed have been chosen, and the instructional bulletin developed, specifically for use with gifted pupils at grades 5 and 6. This bulletin provides guidance for the study of historical fact and fiction in children's literature. Synopses are provided for the 20 books comprising this unit, and suggestions for leading discussions on character development, plot development, elements of style, utilization of history as background, and the author are provided. References are included. (NH/Author)