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Nonfiction Chapter 10

Nonfiction Chapter 10. Books of information and fact about any topic Emphasis is on facts and concepts Truthful, verifiable, understandable Wide range of appeal to young readers. Defining Nonfiction. Accuracy Facts current and complete Balance between fact and theory if appropriate

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Nonfiction Chapter 10

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  1. NonfictionChapter 10

  2. Books of information and fact about any topic • Emphasis is on facts and concepts • Truthful, verifiable, understandable • Wide range of appeal to young readers Defining Nonfiction

  3. Accuracy • Facts current and complete • Balance between fact and theory if appropriate • Varying points of view if appropriate • No stereotypes • Scope appropriate to audience • Documentation of expertise/research Considering Quality in Nonfiction

  4. Organization • Clear, recognizable organization appropriate for intended audience • Illuminates concepts and builds understanding • Ideas follow logical pattern, tie to central idea or theme • Appropriate aids such as TOC, index, bibliography, glossary Considering Quality

  5. Design • Attractive, reader-friendly format • Appropriate, well-placed illustrations that illuminate facts and concepts • Style • Interesting writing, revealing enthusiasm as well as knowledge • Rich language with appropriate terminology Considering Quality

  6. Professional disciplinary journals • Children’s Book Council • Boston Globe-Horn Book Award lists • ALA Sibert Award lists • NCTE Orbis Pictus Award lists Finding Quality Nonfiction

  7. Many young readers prefer nonfiction • Nonfiction offers information about the real world, feeding and fueling curiosity • Curiosity increases knowledge and schema for understanding new ideas and information Why Nonfiction?

  8. Nonfiction trade books offer • Breadth of information • Depth of information • Variation in topic • Variation in reading level • Excellent examples of nonfiction writing • Opportunities to learn to read to learn • Opportunities to learn to read critically Why Nonfiction?

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