In your own words, define literature as it applies to the study of children's literature. -
Answer- literature is more than just the written word, it's how that written word or that
picture associated with it effects the reader. Literature effect readers differently, they
can evoke an emotion, help someone to learn a lesson or fact, it can make them
curious about a situation or thing.
Why does examining a work of literature require a reader to go beyond a personal "I
like it" or "I don't like it"? As an example, name one of your favorite books and
explain the understanding it brings to you. - Answer- Really reading something is
more than I do or don't like it, it's the why and how that are really important. An
effective piece of literature puts the reader there in the scene or helps to connect the
reader and the character or the point that the author is trying to get across. In my
mind, classic literature always points to Aesop's fables. As a child they were
imaginative and the book I had was illustrated and by the end I heard/read a story,
but I also learned a lesson.
What does Lukens mean when she tells you that a work of literature, by clarifying
details, can help readers find the essentials of their lives? - Answer- *When we are
living our own lives, it's often difficult to see things so clearly because we're always in
the middle of all the action. However, when we read stories, we can observe and
learn through the characters and their experiences.
Describe the benefits that children derive from literature. - Answer- Ultimately,
Literature gives the child enjoyment or pleasure from reading that book.
Explain the factors within the readers, the text, and the context that might influence a
reader's response to a specific piece of literature. - Answer- "A 5-year-old in Maine
compared to a 5-year-old in Mexico will read the same piece of literature and take
from it different things because of their cultural background, how they were brought
up, how their own family interacts and how they see society. Literature is helps to
bring children a way to view and experience different things. Literature can be
explicit or implicit in what it is conveying and telling the reader. The context and text
can be interpreted different ways depending on the background of the reader." -- We
each approach a work of literature with a unique perspective, experiences, interests,
etc.
Stories in a series often connect in some way by genre or character. Identify and
explain how the four types of series addressed in your textbook are different from
one another. - Answer- "According to the text there are 4 different types of series
books: The original Formulaic novels which are traditional and help to reassure the
reader of the outcome. The series books, these Document the character growth
throughout from book 1 to the last in the group. The 3rd type of series book is where
the story is focused around a strong central character. Lastly is a nonfiction info book
series, this means that it blends nonfiction and something informative. The text gives
the example of this 4th type as a True Crime story."
,What are the values for children reading multicultural stories, and what controversy
may inhibit their selection? - Answer- "The benefits of allowing and encouraging
children to read multicultural stories is that they grow and learn about cultures that
are similar or different than what they are used to. Children can grow and learn about
new things this way. The text mentions that most books are selected by the teachers
who happen to fit into the same mold and therefore may pick the same type of books
for the class. It's important to reach outside that mold and find something challenging
and something that will help to grow the minds of young readers. This does toe the
line of censorship and banned books."
What does Dresang mean when she states that the boundaries of children's books
are changing? What prompted these changes, and what are the reasons some may
object to these changes? What are the benefits of the changes? - Answer- "Dresang
says that children's books are pushing and changing boundaries with the topics and
content of the books. (changing perspectives, boundaries and forms/formats) For
example, they may touch upon other cultures or cultural issues, or push the
"assumptions we hold about young readers". Different books may be written about a
lot of different things and the content of the books are what is in question. Three
books are mentioned in the text to illustrate ways these boundaries are being pushed
and changed. There are benefits of this, in that it gives young readers something
new to think about. They can learn about slavery as in Julius Lester's book 'From
Slave Ship to Freedom Road' or about a young girl's excitement about seeing and
visiting with her father in prison as Jacqueline Woodson wrote about in 'Visiting Day'.
These are just two examples of literature that if had not been written would not be
available to expand a young mind."
What is genre blending? Give an example and explain how your example falls into
this category - Answer- "Genre Blending is blending together two or more different
genres to create something unique and different. An example, although not a
children's book, is Soulless by Gail Carriger: Soulless is a blend of paranormal and
Victorian steampunk, which is already a genre blend of science fiction and Victorian
fiction."
Graphic novels are very popular in today's world and some have even won the
sought-after Newbery Award. How do graphic novels differ from wordless picture
books and traditional novels? What makes the manga type of graphic novel different
from other graphic novels - Answer- "Graphic novels are different from the traditional
novel and the wordless picture book in how they are constructed. As the description
suggests, Graphic novels are heavy in graphics and illustrations and its through
these illustrations that the story is told. Another way they are different is how the
pages are laid out. A traditional novel is all words and at times simple pictures
thrown in, the wordless picture book is all illustrations and no words, the graphic
novel's story is told through a combination of both words and detailed images.
Manga was originated in Japan and is mainly illustrated and drawn in black and
white with a style different than that of a comic book. These types of books are
gaining more popularity in the US."
Another new type of format for the novel is the verse novel. Describe how you would
identify a verse novel - Answer- "A verse novel is easily spotted by how it's written:
the first person. Traditional novels are written from third person or another's account,
, a verse novel is written from the characters perspective, the narrator is speaking to
the reader"
What is metafictional literature, and how do authors use it in children's literature -
Answer- "Metafiction refers to writing about fiction, meaning the story talks about and
refers to writing about a (or the) story. A little confusing, but the text refers to a book,
The Three Pigs and how the characters will reference other characters regarding the
actual story. i.e. one pig will say about the wolf that he 'blew him "right out of the
story"', this is a little like breaking the 4th wall in comic books and movies"
What are some arguments against censorship - Answer- "It's been said that
Censorship is restrictive and anti-democratic. I see censorship as potentially
hindering a person's mind and not allowing them to broaden their horizons.
Obviously books should be chosen with care for children and young readers, but at
some point you need to let that child grow, and if they don't have new media and
information to feast upon they will never grow strong and well rounded"
Chapter 3 of your textbook says that pictures may take longer to read than the text.
Explain why this is so and what is meant by the statement that a picture book
contains at least three stories - Answer- "Reading only take so much time, but to
view the pictures that will construct a bigger or more richer tale in your mind. You
can visualize the scene with more detail with the help and aid of a picture to go along
with the scene.
The picture book has 3 stories, the words, the picture and the union of the two. This
means that you can read the words only, you can view the pictures only and from
those two individual things you can have two different stories... but if you read the
words and view the pictures together as a union then you get a more complete
picture of the actual tale
Nikolajeva and Scott have developed a classification of word and image interaction
in picture books. Explain the following terms - Answer- (pg 52) · Symmetrical
interactions: the written words and the picture can say the same thing but in different
ways.
· Enhancing interaction: one aids the other. The words help to enrich the picture or
the picture may help to enhance the words written.
· Counterpointing interaction: the words may tell a portion of the scene or story but
the picture will help finish it. What one lacks the other makes up for.
Contradictory interaction: The text for this one says tasks the person reading the
story and viewing the pictures to really think about the connection between the two
and understand the scene better
Why does Lukens state that when identifying picture books a strict classification
system is not necessary - Answer- "The text says that a strict classification of the
picture book can divert the reader from more important aspects of the actual book:
the complexity of it, the varying ways that the book can be viewed. Essentially, you
run the risk of losing the audience or distancing the book from potential readers by
classifying it one way over another, when in reality you should just read it and enjoy
it and learn from it
Answer- literature is more than just the written word, it's how that written word or that
picture associated with it effects the reader. Literature effect readers differently, they
can evoke an emotion, help someone to learn a lesson or fact, it can make them
curious about a situation or thing.
Why does examining a work of literature require a reader to go beyond a personal "I
like it" or "I don't like it"? As an example, name one of your favorite books and
explain the understanding it brings to you. - Answer- Really reading something is
more than I do or don't like it, it's the why and how that are really important. An
effective piece of literature puts the reader there in the scene or helps to connect the
reader and the character or the point that the author is trying to get across. In my
mind, classic literature always points to Aesop's fables. As a child they were
imaginative and the book I had was illustrated and by the end I heard/read a story,
but I also learned a lesson.
What does Lukens mean when she tells you that a work of literature, by clarifying
details, can help readers find the essentials of their lives? - Answer- *When we are
living our own lives, it's often difficult to see things so clearly because we're always in
the middle of all the action. However, when we read stories, we can observe and
learn through the characters and their experiences.
Describe the benefits that children derive from literature. - Answer- Ultimately,
Literature gives the child enjoyment or pleasure from reading that book.
Explain the factors within the readers, the text, and the context that might influence a
reader's response to a specific piece of literature. - Answer- "A 5-year-old in Maine
compared to a 5-year-old in Mexico will read the same piece of literature and take
from it different things because of their cultural background, how they were brought
up, how their own family interacts and how they see society. Literature is helps to
bring children a way to view and experience different things. Literature can be
explicit or implicit in what it is conveying and telling the reader. The context and text
can be interpreted different ways depending on the background of the reader." -- We
each approach a work of literature with a unique perspective, experiences, interests,
etc.
Stories in a series often connect in some way by genre or character. Identify and
explain how the four types of series addressed in your textbook are different from
one another. - Answer- "According to the text there are 4 different types of series
books: The original Formulaic novels which are traditional and help to reassure the
reader of the outcome. The series books, these Document the character growth
throughout from book 1 to the last in the group. The 3rd type of series book is where
the story is focused around a strong central character. Lastly is a nonfiction info book
series, this means that it blends nonfiction and something informative. The text gives
the example of this 4th type as a True Crime story."
,What are the values for children reading multicultural stories, and what controversy
may inhibit their selection? - Answer- "The benefits of allowing and encouraging
children to read multicultural stories is that they grow and learn about cultures that
are similar or different than what they are used to. Children can grow and learn about
new things this way. The text mentions that most books are selected by the teachers
who happen to fit into the same mold and therefore may pick the same type of books
for the class. It's important to reach outside that mold and find something challenging
and something that will help to grow the minds of young readers. This does toe the
line of censorship and banned books."
What does Dresang mean when she states that the boundaries of children's books
are changing? What prompted these changes, and what are the reasons some may
object to these changes? What are the benefits of the changes? - Answer- "Dresang
says that children's books are pushing and changing boundaries with the topics and
content of the books. (changing perspectives, boundaries and forms/formats) For
example, they may touch upon other cultures or cultural issues, or push the
"assumptions we hold about young readers". Different books may be written about a
lot of different things and the content of the books are what is in question. Three
books are mentioned in the text to illustrate ways these boundaries are being pushed
and changed. There are benefits of this, in that it gives young readers something
new to think about. They can learn about slavery as in Julius Lester's book 'From
Slave Ship to Freedom Road' or about a young girl's excitement about seeing and
visiting with her father in prison as Jacqueline Woodson wrote about in 'Visiting Day'.
These are just two examples of literature that if had not been written would not be
available to expand a young mind."
What is genre blending? Give an example and explain how your example falls into
this category - Answer- "Genre Blending is blending together two or more different
genres to create something unique and different. An example, although not a
children's book, is Soulless by Gail Carriger: Soulless is a blend of paranormal and
Victorian steampunk, which is already a genre blend of science fiction and Victorian
fiction."
Graphic novels are very popular in today's world and some have even won the
sought-after Newbery Award. How do graphic novels differ from wordless picture
books and traditional novels? What makes the manga type of graphic novel different
from other graphic novels - Answer- "Graphic novels are different from the traditional
novel and the wordless picture book in how they are constructed. As the description
suggests, Graphic novels are heavy in graphics and illustrations and its through
these illustrations that the story is told. Another way they are different is how the
pages are laid out. A traditional novel is all words and at times simple pictures
thrown in, the wordless picture book is all illustrations and no words, the graphic
novel's story is told through a combination of both words and detailed images.
Manga was originated in Japan and is mainly illustrated and drawn in black and
white with a style different than that of a comic book. These types of books are
gaining more popularity in the US."
Another new type of format for the novel is the verse novel. Describe how you would
identify a verse novel - Answer- "A verse novel is easily spotted by how it's written:
the first person. Traditional novels are written from third person or another's account,
, a verse novel is written from the characters perspective, the narrator is speaking to
the reader"
What is metafictional literature, and how do authors use it in children's literature -
Answer- "Metafiction refers to writing about fiction, meaning the story talks about and
refers to writing about a (or the) story. A little confusing, but the text refers to a book,
The Three Pigs and how the characters will reference other characters regarding the
actual story. i.e. one pig will say about the wolf that he 'blew him "right out of the
story"', this is a little like breaking the 4th wall in comic books and movies"
What are some arguments against censorship - Answer- "It's been said that
Censorship is restrictive and anti-democratic. I see censorship as potentially
hindering a person's mind and not allowing them to broaden their horizons.
Obviously books should be chosen with care for children and young readers, but at
some point you need to let that child grow, and if they don't have new media and
information to feast upon they will never grow strong and well rounded"
Chapter 3 of your textbook says that pictures may take longer to read than the text.
Explain why this is so and what is meant by the statement that a picture book
contains at least three stories - Answer- "Reading only take so much time, but to
view the pictures that will construct a bigger or more richer tale in your mind. You
can visualize the scene with more detail with the help and aid of a picture to go along
with the scene.
The picture book has 3 stories, the words, the picture and the union of the two. This
means that you can read the words only, you can view the pictures only and from
those two individual things you can have two different stories... but if you read the
words and view the pictures together as a union then you get a more complete
picture of the actual tale
Nikolajeva and Scott have developed a classification of word and image interaction
in picture books. Explain the following terms - Answer- (pg 52) · Symmetrical
interactions: the written words and the picture can say the same thing but in different
ways.
· Enhancing interaction: one aids the other. The words help to enrich the picture or
the picture may help to enhance the words written.
· Counterpointing interaction: the words may tell a portion of the scene or story but
the picture will help finish it. What one lacks the other makes up for.
Contradictory interaction: The text for this one says tasks the person reading the
story and viewing the pictures to really think about the connection between the two
and understand the scene better
Why does Lukens state that when identifying picture books a strict classification
system is not necessary - Answer- "The text says that a strict classification of the
picture book can divert the reader from more important aspects of the actual book:
the complexity of it, the varying ways that the book can be viewed. Essentially, you
run the risk of losing the audience or distancing the book from potential readers by
classifying it one way over another, when in reality you should just read it and enjoy
it and learn from it
