Shelf-Esteem - Softcover

Sandra Kitain

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1555705685 ISBN 13: 9781555705688

Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers, 2008

Synopsis

You can use the emotional power of books to help young readers develop strength, happiness, and confidence. Author Sandra Kitain has identified many of the best books that deal with the tough topics kids face in today s world, including divorce, death, moving, sibling rivalry, fire, substance abuse, friendship,multiculturalism, separation anxiety, and more. Each entry includes a booktalk to engage young readers; an activity to help them understand and personalize the topic; and discussion questions to aid in the emotional development of elementary school readers. Kitain also encourages involvement with dramatic arts, movement, and music to build student confidence and a lifelong love of reading. Shelf-Esteem fills two critical library needs. It s a valuable reader s advisory resource to help you connect children with the right books at the right times. It s also a powerful resource for collection development and programming for both public and school libraries.

About this title

About the Author:

Kitain, who holds master's degrees in education and library science, outlines her program for using books to help children develop self-confidence and coping ability. Aimed at elementary school students, her list of 150 fiction and nonfiction titles is organized by topic (e.g., friendship, bullies, separation anxiety, etc.), and each recommendation includes bibliographic information, reading level, a brief synopsis, an outline of key messages, a sample booktalk, activities, discussion questions, and suggestions for further reading.

From School Library Journal:

Kitain offers an array of books that "help children relate to their personal lives and individual challenges." Chapters are based on themes including but not limited to friendship, courage, emotions, moving, new siblings, physical challenges, and bullies. Tough subjects like alcoholism, illness and death, and homelessness are also included. Each chapter follows a format that integrates a book with full bibliographic information, a synopsis, a simple booktalk, and a "shelf-esteem" connection and idea grid that explore a main message and other related ideas through books. "Book hops" list other titles related to the theme, "Classic Corner" suggests related classics, "For Older Children" suggests titles for more accelerated readers, and "Support Material" cites awards, honors, and book reviews. The texts utilized in each chapter are generally PreK through second grade, with extensions suggested for older children. References and footnotes are appropriately placed, and the quality and variety of texts are excellent. The remaining chapters of the book explore working with community partners. This text is highly recommended for all librarians, teachers, caregivers, and parents of younger readers. Although not all of the topics lend themselves to group settings, librarians, teachers, counselors, and parents will find the suggestions and information useful.—Rebecca Sheridan, Easttown Library & Information Center, Berwyn, PA
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About this edition

• Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1555705685
• ISBN 13: 9781555705688
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 183