Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ102878
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Publication Date: 1974
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Characteristics of Good Science Materials for Young Readers
Podendorf, Illa
Library Trends, 22, 4, 425-31, Apr 74
The author describes the decision making processes involved in writing science books for children. The author must decide on scope and content, be careful about wording to avoid misleading the reader, present scientific classification and measurement clearly, introduce new vocabulary carefully, avoid anthropomorphism; and select useful and accurate illustrations. (LS)
Descriptors: Authors, Books, Childrens Literature, Content Analysis, Evaluation, Science Materials, Writing (Composition)
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