Bilingual children’s books in English and Spanish: An annotated bibliography, 1942-2001
Doris Dale

This bilingual text lists more than 400 titles (primarily picture books) with text in both languages. Organized by author, each entry is annotated in English and lists title in English and Spanish, awards and review information. Extensively indexed.

(McFarland, 2003. 174 pp. $39.95. 0-7954-1316-6)

Booktalking across the curriculum: The middle years
Nancy Keane

Features 170 booktalks and 330 book suggestions, organized by subject, of appealing, age-appropriate titles (primarily fiction). Each booktalk entry includes reading and interest levels and learning extension ideas. Separately indexed by author/title and subject. Grades 5-9.

(Libraries Unlimited, 2002. 218 pp. $30.00. 1-56308-937-8)

Bulletin boards and 3-D showcases that capture them with pizzazz, vol. 2
Karen Hawthorne & Jane Gibson

Instructions for 98 displays, month-by-month suggestions and tips and strategies for developing ideas, collecting props and designing bulletin boards that are attractive to teens. For October, try the RIP (Read in Peace) spooky graveyard display. Grades 7-12.

(Teacher Ideas Press, 2002. 142 pp. $26.50. 1-56308-916-5)

Center stage: Library programs that inspire middle school patrons
Patricia Wilson and Roger Leslie

Clear instructions for planning, implementing and assessing successful school library programs for Grades 5-8. Includes information on gaining teacher support, locating resources, a guide to curriculum-related web sites and ideas for dynamic programs.

(Libraries Unlimited, 2002. 204 pp. $35.00. 1-56308-796-0)

Designing a new taxonomy of educational objectives
Robert Marzano

Using research and theory developed since Bloom’s taxonomy was originally published, Marzano develops a new six-level model for designing instruction, curriculum and assessment. Intended for teachers and administrators.

(Corwin Press, 2001. 149 pp. $27.95. 0-8039-6836-1)

Developing grading and reporting systems for student learning
Thomas Guskey and Jane Bailey

In a clear discussion of a controversial topic, the authors provide a thoughtful analysis, question current practices and make a case for using and developing multiple reporting methods using multiple grades. Extensive bibliography. Separately indexed by name and subject.

(Corwin Press, 2001. 222 pp. $32.95. 0-8039-6854-x)

High low handbook: Best books and web sites for reluctant teen readers, 4th ed.
Ellen Libretto and Catherine Barr

Part 1 consists of an annotated list of more than 400 short books (25-75 pages) and web sites with reading levels of Grades 1-5, organized by subject area. Part 2 lists another 128 longer popular materials still accessible for struggling readers. Separate author, title and subject indexes.

(Libraries Unlimited, 2002. 231 pp. $48.00. 0-313-32276-7)

Multimedia projects in education: Designing, producing, and assessing, 2d ed.
Karen Ivers and Anne Barron

Each step of this four-step model for designing and developing multimedia classroom projects is clearly outlined, with examples, rubrics and reproducibles. Sample projects are presented, using the model. Includes index and glossary. Grades 4-12.

(Libraries Unlimited, 2002. 230 pp. $32.00. 1-56308-943-2)

Net.savvy: Building information literacy in the classroom, 2d ed.
Ian Jukes, Anita Dosaj and Bruce Macdonald

A five-step model (asking, accessing, analyzing, applying and assessing) for solving online information tasks for Grades K-12. Each step is discussed in separate chapters, and templates for grade-appropriate methods and student worksheets are provided.

(Corwin Press, 2000. 144 pp. $29.95. 0-7619-7565-9)

Radical reads: 101 YA novels on the edge
Joni Bodart

Choosing complex and mature books for teens, Bodart provides subject headings, reading and interest levels, major themes, strengths and “risks” (aspects that are likely to generate controversy), awards and review information and ideas for book reports.

(Scarecrow Press, 2002. 377 pp. $34.95. 0-8108-4287-4)

Science companion for library, school, and home, 2d ed.
Phyllis Perry

Fourteen chapters, from “Exploring Physics” to “Exploring Science through Art,” provide ideas for nearly 200 easy experiments, games and projects for Grades K-6. More than 2,100 new resources (print or kits) are listed. Includes index and glossary.

(Scarecrow, 2002. 228 pp. $45.00. 0-8108-4454-0)

Science fiction readers theatre
Anthony Fredericks

Twenty scripts are presented, along with a discussion of the value of readers theatre, tips for staging a show and ideas for further discussion. Each script includes instructions for placement on stage, appropriate props and suggestions for extension activities. Includes bibliography and web sites. Grades 4-8.

(Teacher Ideas Press, 2002. 148 pp. $27.00. 1-56308-929-7)

The survival guide for teachers of gifted kids: How to plan, manage, and evaluate programs for gifted youth K-12
Jim Delisle and Barbara Lewis

Real-life examples, anecdotes, tips for success and reproducibles provide step-by-step guidance for setting up an accelerated learner program. Includes glossary and a list of print resources, web sites and organizations.

(Free Spirit, 2003. 162 pp. $24.95. 1-57542-116-x)

Teen spaces: The step-by-step library makeover
Kimberly Taney

Advice on planning a space for teens, selling the plan to decision-makers, designing and decorating with teen-appeal, and keeping teens interested. Includes checklists, forms and surveys, a discussion of teen market research, low-cost ideas and before-and-after photos. Includes worksheets, resource lists and index.

(ALA, 2003. 139 pp. $35.00. 0-8389-0832-2)