Picturing the World: Informational Picture Books for Children (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780838911266)

Enrich your library collection with outstanding informational books that children really want to read. This annotated resource by veteran children's book reviewer Isaacs surveys the best nonfiction/informational titles for ages 3 through 10, helping librarians make informed collection development and purchasing decisions. With information on 250 books, this volume Features an introductory chapter which takes a close look at what makes a successful informational picture book Provides thoughtful descriptions for each title, including complete bibliographic information, age-level guidance, and notes on book awards won Works as curriculum support as well as a tool for elementary RA, with easy-to-use topical organization and a separate subject index Picturing the World is an invaluable aid to librarians and educators in their ongoing search for high quality informational children's books.

Author: Kathleen T. Isaacs
ISBN-10: 0838911269
ISBN-13: 9780838911266
Publisher: ALA Editions
Language: English
Published: 05/01/2012
Pages: 216
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 03/01/2013 pg. 187
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 03/01/2013 pg. 359