LRC 480/580: Children's Literature in the Classroom Section 7 Fall 2003

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Define historical fiction.

What are some criteria for evaluating historical fiction?

What award is given annually to the best historical book for children?

Name four common themes in historical fiction.

Before the end of the semester, in addition to the historical fiction literature circle books, read at least one book by at least two of these historical fiction authors:

• Christopher Paul Curtis
• Karen Hesse
• Mildred Taylor
• Elizabeth George Speare
• Scott O'Dell
• Lois Lowry (Number the Stars) or Patricia MacLachlan (Sarah, Plain and Tall)

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