List three distinct characteristics of those books referred to as new realism.(Chapter
8) - Answer- less lighthearted
Controversial Topics
More real and truthful
List what you would consider to be the three most important criteria for evaluation of
historical fiction for children. (Chapter 9) - Answer- -Is the setting described in rich
details that are accurate and authentic for that time and place?
-Do the characters act and think within the traditions and norms of their times?
-Is the dialogue authentic to the time period as well as understandable to children?
-Are multiple perspectives about the events and issues shared through the various
characters?
List three ways in which biographies benefit children. (Chapter 9) - Answer- -Gives
the reader insight into the character, motivating factors, and personality of the
individual.
-Capture the imagination of the reader and help them gain a greater understanding
of others.
-Inspires the readers by the struggles and accomplishments of real people.
List two universal themes that can be found in historical fiction and biographies for
children. (Chapter 9) - Answer- -Searching for freedom from persecution (book)
-Family closeness in times of adversity (book)
-quest for freedom and respect
-seeking new frontiers
-struggling between good and evil
-love and hate
-determination to seek a better live
-coming of age and learning self-reliance
-fighting for one's beliefs
effects of war
Name three benefits of reading literature that is multicultural and international. Briefly
explain why you think these are important. (Chapter 11) - Answer- -Gives young
people of marginalized groups the opportunity to develop a better sense of who they
are
-Develops an understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures, bringing alive
those histories, traditions, and people.
-Develops a bond of shared experience with children of other ethnicities and nations
and enables students to acquire cultural literacy with a global perspective
List four important criteria for selecting books that are multicultural and international.
Briefly explain why each criterion is important. (Chapter 11) - Answer- -Authenticity
of cultural beliefs and values
8) - Answer- less lighthearted
Controversial Topics
More real and truthful
List what you would consider to be the three most important criteria for evaluation of
historical fiction for children. (Chapter 9) - Answer- -Is the setting described in rich
details that are accurate and authentic for that time and place?
-Do the characters act and think within the traditions and norms of their times?
-Is the dialogue authentic to the time period as well as understandable to children?
-Are multiple perspectives about the events and issues shared through the various
characters?
List three ways in which biographies benefit children. (Chapter 9) - Answer- -Gives
the reader insight into the character, motivating factors, and personality of the
individual.
-Capture the imagination of the reader and help them gain a greater understanding
of others.
-Inspires the readers by the struggles and accomplishments of real people.
List two universal themes that can be found in historical fiction and biographies for
children. (Chapter 9) - Answer- -Searching for freedom from persecution (book)
-Family closeness in times of adversity (book)
-quest for freedom and respect
-seeking new frontiers
-struggling between good and evil
-love and hate
-determination to seek a better live
-coming of age and learning self-reliance
-fighting for one's beliefs
effects of war
Name three benefits of reading literature that is multicultural and international. Briefly
explain why you think these are important. (Chapter 11) - Answer- -Gives young
people of marginalized groups the opportunity to develop a better sense of who they
are
-Develops an understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures, bringing alive
those histories, traditions, and people.
-Develops a bond of shared experience with children of other ethnicities and nations
and enables students to acquire cultural literacy with a global perspective
List four important criteria for selecting books that are multicultural and international.
Briefly explain why each criterion is important. (Chapter 11) - Answer- -Authenticity
of cultural beliefs and values
