Written by a well-known and well-respected author team–Carol Lynch-Brown and Carl M. Tomlinson–joined by Kathy G. Short, whose research in children’s literature is internationally recognized. Includes selective, up-to-date lists of high quality recommended books at the end of each genre chapter, conveniently organized by sub-genre. NEW ! A new section on technology has been added and technology issues have been integrated throughout other chapters. Includes annotated suggested “Books to Read Aloud” lists within each genre chapter. Integrates multicultural and international children’s literature throughout. NEW ! A completely redesigned Chapter 11, Literature for a Diverse Society, highlights a curriculum that is culturally responsive, culturally expansive, and culturally critical. NEW ! A completely redesigned Chapter 13, Developing Teaching Strategies, organized in three sections: Reading Widely for Personal Purposes; Reading Critically to Inquire about the World; and Reading Strategically to Learn about Literacy. NEW ! An updated color insert including recent illustrations from picture books (including examples of computer generated art) and graphic novels is presented along with an added section on how to use the Guide to Illustrations to help young readers develop visual literacy and art appreciation. NEW ! Historical fiction and biography are now integrated in Chapter 9, including a new section on historical fiction and biography in the classroom, to help develop an understanding of historical contexts using jackdaws and other strategies. NEW ! A new section on storytelling in the classroom, including digital storytelling is included in Chapter 6, Traditional Literature. NEW ! An updated discussion on character education and using works of realism for developing character is included in Chapter 8 to aid in planning and presenting this curriculum. NEW ! An updated discussion on national reports related to reading and literature in Chapter 2 helps teachers become well informed on current issues affecting practices in their fields of endeavor.