For this assignment students are asked to choose a book from a multicultural fiction list. A list is available from the LMS, Ms. Hatcher. The students must write a 2 page critique following the guidelines of critique components and reader connection. In addition, the students will visit the Library Information Center for a booktalk session with Mrs. Hatcher and a review of the book selection list.Some of the booktalk titles:
The Trap by John Smelcer- Native Amer. Literature
Heaven by Angela Johnson- African Amer. Literature
Becoming Naomi Leon by Pam Munoz Ryan- Latino Amer. Literature
Kira-Kira- by Cynthia Kadohata- Asian Amer. Literature
Shabanu Daughter of the Wind by Suzanne Staples- Islamic Culture Literature
When I Dream of Heaven: Angelina's Story by Steven Kroll- Italian Amer. Literature
Information Literacy Standards:
Skills: 3.1.1, 3.1.3, 4.1.2, 4.1.3
Disposition: 4.2.2
Responsibility: 2.3.1, 2.3.2
Self-Assessment: 2.4.1
