Essentials of Young Adult Literature

by Tomlinson, Carl M.; Lynch-Brown, Carol

• ISBN13: 9780205290147
• ISBN10: 0205290140
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-01-01
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon

Summary

Essentials of Young Adult Literature Based on a genre approach to literature, this long-awaited book offers a comprehensive, clear, and succinct overview of adolescent literature. It includes recommended books listed by genre and topic, and engages readers by offering a thorough discussion of the major trends and issues affecting young adult literature such as censorship, the literary canon, and accountability. It provides clearly stated positions on the current issues affecting schools and literature. Written by well-known authors Carl Tomlinson and Carol Lynch-Brown, Essentials of Young Adult Literature places emphasis on reading a wide variety of young adult literature and addresses all types and formats of literature including novels, short stories, graphic novels, and picture books for older readers. In addition, notable authors are featured in each genre chapter and multicultural and international literature is integrated throughout the book and then treated more fully in its own chapter. Current and future teachers will appreciate the authorsrs" practical strategies for connecting secondary school students with young adult books, such as how to select books that students will read and enjoy, how to motivate resistant readers to read, and how to develop text sets for classroom study across the curriculum. Readers will be equipped with the knowledge to use trade books as excellent teaching and learning materials and will not be limited to using textbooks alone. Key Features bull; Literature Across the Curriculum features found in all genre chapters give examples of how young adult literature can help students and teachers in the content areas learn or present course content in a more interesting, memorable way. Extensive lists of recommended books briefly annotated with topics and age levels follow each genre chapter. One full chapter devoted to addressing the specific needs of resistant readers give middle and high school teachers much-needed strategies for addressing common obstacles to reading and for motivating students to read. Every chapter presents one to three charts with information about milestone books, history of specific genres, and research. Appendices feature Young Adult Book Award lists and YA Magazines, organized by content area and include ordering information. By the same authors Essentials of Children's Literature, Fifth Edition copy;2005, Allyn & Bacon, ISBN 0-205-42015-X For more information, please visit www.ablongman.com

Table of Contents

Preface	xiii
PART I YOUNG ADULTS AND YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE	1	(36)
Understanding Young Adults and Young Adult Literature	3	(18)
Definition of Young Adulthood	4	(1)
Definition of Young Adult Literature	4	(1)
History of Young Adult Literature	4	(5)
Benefits and Values of Young Adult Literature	9	(1)
Evaluating and Selecting Young Adult Literature	10	(3)
Know the Reader	10	(2)
Know the Books	12	(1)
Reliable Selection Sources	12	(1)
Research on Young Adult Literature	13	(1)
Approaches to Interpreting Young Adult Literature	14	(4)
References	18	(3)
Learning about Books	21	(16)
Elements of Fiction	22	(7)
Plot	22	(2)
Characters	24	(2)
Setting	26	(1)
Theme	26	(1)
Style	27	(2)
Fictional Literary Forms	29	(3)
Novel	29	(1)
Short Story	30	(1)
Picture Book	30	(1)
Graphic Novel	31	(1)
Balance and Variety in Book Selections	32	(1)
Categories of Literature	33	(2)
References	35	(2)
PART II GENRES OF LITERATURE	37	(136)
Realistic Fiction	39	(23)
Definition and Description	40	(1)
Evaluation and Selection of Realistic Fiction	41	(3)
Topics of Realistic Fiction	44	(4)
Families	44	(1)
Peers	44	(1)
Romance and Sexuality	45	(1)
Coming of Age	45	(1)
Physical, Emotional, Mental, and Behavioral Challenges	45	(2)
Communities	47	(1)
Adventure and Survival	47	(1)
Sports	47	(1)
Mysteries	48	(1)
References	48	(1)
Recommended Realistic Fiction Books	48	(12)
Related Films, Videos, and DVDs	60	(2)
Modern Fantasy	62	(17)
Definition and Description	63	(1)
Evaluation and Selection of Modern Fantasy	63	(2)
Types of Modern Fantasy	65	(4)
Modern Folktales	65	(1)
Magical Realism	65	(1)
Stories of the Supernatural	66	(1)
Special Fantasy Situations	67	(1)
Historical Fantasy	68	(1)
Quest Adventures	68	(1)
Science Fiction	68	(1)
References	69	(1)
Recommended Modern Fantasy Books	70	(8)
Related Films, Videos, and DVDs	78	(1)
Historical Fiction	79	(20)
Definition and Description	80	(1)
Evaluation and Selection of Historical Fiction	80	(3)
Topics in Historical Fiction	83	(4)
Universal Themes in Historical Fiction	83	(1)
Periods of History in Fiction	84	(1)
Beginnings of Civilization up to 3000 B.C.	85	(1)
Civilizations of the Ancient World, 3000 B.C. to A.D. 600	85	(1)
Civilizations of the Medieval World, 600 to 1500	85	(1)
Emergence of Modern Nations, 1500 to 1800	85	(1)
Development of Industrial Society, 1800 to 1914	86	(1)
World Wars in the Twentieth Century, 1914 to 1945	86	(1)
Post-World War II Era, 1945 to 1980s	87	(1)
References	87	(1)
Recommended Historical Fiction Books	87	(10)
Related Films, Videos, and DVDs	97	(2)
Nonfiction: Biography and Informational Books	99	(21)
Definition and Description	100	(1)
Elements of Nonfiction	100	(2)
Structure	100	(1)
Theme	101	(1)
Style	101	(1)
Reading Nonfiction	102	(1)
Formats of Nonfiction for Young Adults	103	(1)
Evaluation and Selection of Nonfiction	103	(2)
Types of Biographies	105	(1)
Authentic Biography	105	(1)
Fictionalized Biography	105	(1)
Topics of Informational Books	106	(2)
Biological Science	106	(1)
Physical Science	106	(1)
Social Science	107	(1)
Applied Science	107	(1)
Humanities	107	(1)
References	108	(1)
Recommended Nonfiction Books	108	(11)
Related Films, Videos, and DVDs	119	(1)
Poetry and Plays	120	(27)
Section One: Poetry	121	(1)
Definition and Description	121	(1)
Types of Poetry Books	121	(1)
Anthologies of Poetry	122	(1)
Poetry Books by a Single Poet	122	(1)
Thematic Poetry Books	122	(1)
Single Illustrated Poetry Books	122	(1)
Elements of Poetry	122	(2)
Evaluation and Selection of Poetry	124	(2)
Poetry Types and Forms	126	(4)
Poetry in the Classroom	130	(5)
Students Listening to and Saying Poems	130	(1)
Reading Poetry Aloud to Students	130	(1)
Choral Poetry	131	(2)
Students Reading Poems	133	(1)
Students Writing Poems	133	(2)
Section Two: Plays	135	(1)
Definition and Description	135	(1)
Evaluation and Selection of Plays	136	(3)
Types of Plays	139	(1)
References	139	(1)
Recommended Poetry Books	140	(5)
Recommended Books of Plays	145	(2)
Multicultural and International Literature	147	(26)
Section One: Multicultural Literature	148	(1)
Definition and Description	148	(1)
Evaluation and Selection of Multicultural Literature	149	(2)
Types of Multicultural Literature	151	(3)
African-American Literature	151	(2)
Asian-American Literature	153	(1)
Jewish Literature	153	(1)
Latino Literature	153	(1)
Native American Literature	154	(1)
Section Two: International Literature	154	(1)
Definition and Description	154	(1)
Evaluation and Selection of International Literature	155	(2)
International Books by World Regions	157	(1)
References	158	(1)
Recommended Multicultural Books	158	(7)
Recommended International Books	165	(8)
PART III LITERATURE IN THE SCHOOLS	173	(69)
Teaching Strategies	175	(37)
Planning for a Literature Curriculum	176	(5)
Choosing the Approach	176	(1)
Genre	176	(1)
Author	176	(1)
Literary Element and Device	177	(1)
Notable Book	177	(1)
Theme or Topic	177	(1)
Outlining a Yearlong Literature Curriculum	178	(1)
Establish Goals	178	(1)
Determine Literature Units	179	(1)
Select Focus Books	179	(1)
Developing the Literature Units	179	(1)
Webs	179	(1)
Lesson Plans	179	(2)
Experiencing Literature	181	(13)
Reading Aloud by Teachers	181	(1)
Book Selection	182	(1)
Preparation	182	(1)
Reading Aloud Effectively	182	(3)
Booktalks	185	(1)
Independent Reading by Students	186	(1)
Assigned Reading	187	(1)
Literature Anthologies	187	(1)
Text Sets	188	(1)
Literature across the Curriculum	188	(6)
Films Based on Young Adult Books	194	(1)
Responding to Literature	194	(12)
Book Discussions	195	(1)
Critical Thinking	196	(1)
Written Response	197	(1)
Literary Works as Writing Models	198	(1)
Newspapers and Newsletters	198	(1)
Traditional Book Reports	199	(1)
Creative Drama	200	(3)
Readers' Theatre	203	(2)
Time Lines and Maps	205	(1)
Jackdaws	206	(1)
References	206	(6)
Resistant Readers and Young Adult Literature	212	(21)
Identifying Resistant Readers	213	(1)
Good to Average Readers Who Choose Not to Read	213	(1)
Students Who Struggle with Reading	213	(1)
Ethnic and Racial Minorities Who Resist Reading	213	(1)
English Language Learners Who Resist Reading	214	(1)
Boys Who Resist Reading	214	(1)
Knowing Students' General Reading Interests	214	(3)
Reading Interests of Adolescents	215	(1)
Reading Interests of Resistant Adolescent Readers	216	(1)
Discovering Reading Interests of Individual Students	217	(2)
Judging the Difficulty of Reading Materials	219	(1)
Reaching Resistant Readers	220	(10)
Create a Classroom Environment Conducive to Reading	221	(1)
Be a Supportive Teacher	221	(1)
Provide Appropriate Reading Materials	221	(2)
Read Aloud to Students Regularly	223	(1)
Provide Students Time to Read Independently	223	(1)
Provide Means for Student Response to Literature	224	(1)
Assign Reading for Homework	224	(2)
Provide a Library Media Center Environment Conducive to Reading	226	(1)
Establish a School Environment Conducive to Reading	227	(1)
Collaborate with the School Administrators	228	(1)
Collaborate with the School Librarian	228	(1)
Collaborate with Fellow Teachers	228	(1)
Summer Reading Programs	228	(1)
Book Fairs	228	(1)
Author Visits	229	(1)
Make Good Use of the Local Public Library	229	(1)
References	230	(3)
Issues in Young Adult Literature	233	(9)
Reading and Accountability	234	(2)
Classics and Young Adult Literature	236	(1)
Censorship	237	(4)
References	241	(1)
APPENDIX A Book Awards	242	(13)
Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature	242	(1)
National Book Award for Young People's Literature	243	(1)
Newbery Medal	244	(4)
Carnegie Medal: Great Britain	248	(1)
Boston Globe--Horn Book Awards	249	(2)
Governor General's Literary Awards: Canada	251	(1)
Book of the Year for Older Readers Award: Australia	251	(1)
Coretta Scott King Awards	252	(1)
Pura Belpre Awards	253	(1)
Margaret A. Edwards Award	254	(1)
Phoenix Award	254	(1)
APPENDIX B Magazines	255	(4)
Index to Books and Authors	259	(26)
Subject Index	285