Blog #3 Evaluating Books

Describe how to effectively evaluate books for children. Is this value based?

I think to effectively evaluate books for children a teacher must keep these points in mind:
Is the book going to be interesting for the student? Its plot, climax, setting etc…..
Is the book challenging? Thus, is the book going to help the student grow?
Does the book make sense? Thus, is it well written?
Does the book contain graphic/violent content in it?
Does the book use profanity?
Does the book present any type of bias?
I also think it’s very important that history continues to part of children’s literature.

I do believe that values play a part in evaluating books for children, because I think most people go along with what is currently accepted in society. I think as a teacher if you decide to expose your students to books that might be viewed differently by a parent, thus offend their beliefs. I personally would them aware of it beforehand.

2. Why do character/setting analyses on children’s books? Purpose? What did it accomplish?

I think it is important to analyze children literature, because by doing so we can share the best literature with our students. It's also important for students to analyze their books, because by doing so they will have to think deeper into the book and, they will also be accountable for reading the material. This type of process can also help in narrowing the down the type of books the student likes or dislikes.