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ERIC Number: EJ601100
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0034-0561
Characters (Children's Books).
Giorgis, Cyndi; Johnson, Nancy J.; Colbert, Chrissie; Conner, Angela; King, Janine; Kulesza, Dottie
Reading Teacher, v53 n6 p518-27 Mar 2000
Offers brief annotations of 38 illustrated children's books that explore the concept of characterization and how it is achieved through both text and illustration. Organizes the books in terms of: memorable characters; characters who take risks; strong female characters; legendary characters; and characters with insight. Discusses briefly 3 professional books that provide strategies for sharing books with children. (SR)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Characterization, Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Literature Appreciation, Reading Material Selection, Reading Materials
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reference Materials - Bibliographies
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Language: English
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