Worth a Look
Volume 32, Number 1, October 2004
Ken Haycock
Brief reviews of new titles publisher Ken Haycock
deems Worth a Look!
Bags, boxes, buttons, and beyond with the bag ladies: A resource book of science and social studies projects for K-6 teachers, parents, and students
Cindy Guinn and Karen Simmons
Step-by-step instructions and illustrations for more than 60 student-tested school projects using grocery bags, cereal boxes and other easy-to-find items.
(Maupin, 2004. 178 pp. $19.95. 0-29895-72-X)
Best books for children, supplement to the seventh edition: Preschool through Grade 6
John Gillespie and Catherine Barr
Annotated list of more than 6,100 titles published since the main volume was compiled early in 2001. Topics are extensively subdivided, from Literature (fiction, mythology and plays) to Personal Development (from careers to health). Each entry is numbered for quick access by multiple indexes, and includes recommended grade level, review sources and pricing.
(Libraries Unlimited, 2003. 509 pp. $35.00 1-59158-082-X)
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Digital storytelling: Creating an eStory
Dusti and Deanne Howell
Tutorial guide to creating five personal stories using progressively more sophisticated programs, from KidPix Delux for preschool and kindergarten use to Macromedia Flash for high school use. Includes discussion of storytelling, finding media and intellectual property rights. Indexed.
(Linworth, 2003. 123 pp. $44.95. 1-58683-080-5)
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Information technology for learning: No school left behind
Ferdi Serim
Guide for setting up school-based Information & Technology (I&T) teams, including the TL and the principal, to support collaboration and curriculum integration of the Big6 research model. Includes resource lists and index.
(Big6 Associates, 2003. 160 pp. $44.95. 0-9725391-0-7)
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Media literacy: Activities for understanding the scripted world
Roberta Endich
Nearly 200 curriculum-based activities promoting higher thinking by teaching Grades 4-8 students how to analyze information provided through print, electronic and virtual media. Indexed.
(Linworth, 2004. 150 pp. $29.95. 1-58683-094-5)
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The mysteries of Internet research
Sharron Cohen
Twenty-four crimes for students to solve using online research skills. Grouped into easy, intermediate and advanced levels for Grades 4-12. Includes solutions as well as a “detective starter kit” explaining online and print research.
(Upstart, 2003. 143 pp. $16.95. 1-57950-096-X)
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Neal-Schuman guide to celebrations and holidays around the world: The best books, media, and multicultural learning activities
Kathryn Matthew and Joy Lowe
More than 80 sacred and secular traditions and observances from around the world are addressed, using a seasonal approach, with hundreds of annotated resources and ideas. One chapter lists ideas for integrating celebrations into the social studies curriculum. Separately indexed by author, illustrator, subject and title. Grades K-9.
(Neal-Schuman, 2004. 453 pp. $65.00. 1-55570-479-4)
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Picture this! Using picture story books for character education in the classroom
Claire Stephens
Lesson plans and activities (including reproducibles) for using 16 picture books to teach nine virtues (from citizenship to sharing) integrated into the K-8 curriculum. Indexed.
(Libraries Unlimited, 2004. 165 pp. $35.00. 1-59158-001-3)
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Poetry goes to school: From Mother Goose to Shel Silverstein
Bob Barton and David Booth
Riddles, rhymes, haiku, limericks, free verse and more are presented in eight units introducing poetry to Grades K-6. Lessons, sample poems and activities are provided for each unit.
(Pembroke, 2004. 112 pp. $18.95. 1-55138-161-3
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Primary sources in the library: A collaboration guide for library media specialists
Mary Johnson
Collaborative lesson plans and ideas for teaching Grades 4-12 what primary and secondary sources are, how to find them and how to use them. Indexed.
(Linworth, 2003. 145 pp. $39.95. 1-58683-075-9)
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Rhymes, writing, and role-play: Quick and easy lessons for beginning readers
Mary Lombardo
Activities and student handouts using familiar nursery rhymes, interactive plays and more to teach reading and writing to Grades K-3.
(Linworth, 2004. 93 pp. $15.95. 1-58683-157-7)
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School wide book events: How to make them happen
Virginia Ray
Step-by-step guidance for 17 book events promoting mysteries, travel, puzzles, poetry and more. Booklists, activities, planning instructions and bibliographies for primary and middle school use.
(Libraries Unlimited, 2003. 133 pp. $25.00. 1-59158-038-2)
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Standards based lessons for tech-savvy students: A multiple intelligences approach
Walter McKenzie
Seven unit models, from “Become a Time Traveler” to “Build an Interplanetary United Nations,” offer dozens of ideas for creating lessons that integrate technology and multiple learning styles and meet national standards. Includes rubrics, reproducibles and index. Grades K-12.
(Linworth, 2004. 126 pp. $44.95. 1-58683-125-9)
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Story hour: 55 preschool programs for public libraries
Jeri Kladder
Four to eight storytimes are provided for each of eight themes, from animals to the five senses, and a seasonal section. Suggestions for read-aloud books, films and activities, plus ideas for rhymes, poetry and music. Extensive list of print and audiovisual resources. Indexed by title and by author.
(McFarland, 2003. 219 pp. $35.00. 0-7864-1705-6)
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Technology in education: A twenty-year retrospective
D. Lamont Johnson and Cleborne Maddux, eds.
Twelve articles examine the impact of the microcomputer on education in America, exploring the obstacles many schools still face, student perspectives and more. Indexed.
( Haworth, 2003. 199 pp. $29.95. 0-7890-2200-1)
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Teen genreflecting: A guide to reading interests, 2d ed.
Diana Herald
More than 1,500 fiction titles (most new to this edition) organized by genre, subgenre and theme. Entries are briefly annotated and include reading levels, awards and a film alert when applicable. Chapter on serving teen readers explores teen tastes and publishing for teens. Appendix recommends titles for reluctant readers. Separately indexed by title, subject and author.
(Libraries Unlimited, 2003. 251 pp. $40.00. 1-56308-996-3)
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Uncovering our history: Teaching with primary sources
Susan Veccia
Practical guide to navigating and using primary sources freely found on the Library of Congress’ American Memory web site to teach history, information literacy and critical thinking skills. Indexed. Grades K-12.
( ALA, 2004. 144 pp. $35.00. 0-8389-0862-4)
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