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In Radical Reads, Joni Richards Bodart identified 101 young adult
books that featured gritty, complex plots, focused on
multidimensional characters, and tackled such difficult subjects as
teenage pregnancy, dysfunctional families, gangs, prejudice,
violence, drugs, or other provocative issues. Teen readers were
drawn to such books because they could identify with both the
characters and the situations depicted in these raw and edgy works
of fiction. In Radical Reads 2: Working with the Newest Edgy Titles
for Teens, Bodart continues where the first book left off,
examining more than a hundred titles published since the previous
edition. The books featured here are engaging and tough, yet well
written and accessible to readers. For each novel, Bodart lists the
main characters, major themes and subject areas, and offers a brief
summary. Along with providing book report ideas, she cites the
strengths of each work, excerpts important reviews, and lists any
awards the book has received. Indexed by author, title, subject,
curriculum area, reading level, interest level, and genre, Radical
Reads 2 is an indispensable tool for librarians, teachers, and
parents alike, and will appeal especially to teens looking for
relevant and topical fiction.
Radical young adult fiction can be edgy and raw, which is why young
adults who read it find it to be very relevant to their lives.
Teens struggling with issues in today's society can often recognize
themselves and identify their problems in the fictional lives they
read about. There are no easy answers or pat endings in these
books. They often are accused of being dark, gritty, and bleak
because they deal with subjects like incest, teenage pregnancy,
dysfunctional families, gangs, prejudice, violence, drugs, or other
complex problems. Central characters can be quite mature and
multidimensional and plot lines are complex. These books break
boundaries in various ways, from the challenge they present to the
reader to the voice they give to their young protagonists. Radical
YA fiction is frequently more complex and better written than many
adult bestsellers. Bodart, long known as the reigning queen of
booktalking, has identified 101 engaging, tough, and well-written
books and presents them in a way that will help the librarian
defend their presence in the library or classroom, the parent who
wants to know what their child is reading, and the teen who is
looking for a "Rad Read." Naturally, there is a booktalk to pique
interest and give away just enough of the story. Entries also
include character lists and sections on subject areas and major
themes. Bodart also provides a number of booktalk and book report
ideas. Her section on "risks" will alert adults to mature themes,
while her section on "strengths" will help defend these books
against their critics. The author has also included awards won and
a section of book reviews, which will be useful for both adult and
student. All the books listed are accessible to readers of middle
school ability and up. This is truly a multipurpose book from an
expert who knows her stuff and essential for any library serving a
teen audience and handy for parents as well.
Teen readers have always been fascinated by monsters, but lately it
seems like every other young adult (YA) book is about vampires,
zombies, or werewolves. These works are controversial, since they
look at aspects of life and human nature that adults prefer to keep
hidden from teenagers. But this is also why they are so important:
They provide a literal example of how ignoring life s hazards won t
make them go away and demonstrate that ignorance of danger puts one
at greater risk. In They Suck, They Bite, They Eat, They Kill: The
Psychological Meaning of Supernatural Monsters in Young Adult
Fiction Joni Bodart examines six different monsters vampires,
shapeshifters, zombies, unicorns, angels, and demons in YA
literature. Bodart first discusses the meaning of these monsters in
cultures all over the world. Subsequent chapters explore their
history and most important incarnations, comparing the same kind of
creatures featured in different titles. This volume also contains
interviews with authors who provide additional insight and
information, and the bibliography includes a comprehensive list of
titles featuring the various monsters. Analyzing the most important
and well-written series and titles for teens, They Suck, They Bite,
They Eat, They Kill will be useful for parents, teachers, and
anyone else hoping to understand why teens want to read books in
this genre and what some of the benefits of reading them might be."
The book report is due and panic sets in. A THIN book is the
ticket. But perhaps a THINNER book? Or the THINNEST book of all?
And how to pick one (quickly) that will be interesting? Students,
teachers, and librarians will love this handy little volume that
describes 100 titles recommended for middle and high school
students. Readable, attention-grabbing all are less than 200 pages.
Each entry lists title and author, provides information on
characters, plot, and action, and even suggests topics to cover in
a book report. Librarians and teachers will appreciate the
inclusion of curricular areas and readability indexes, and students
will find the appendix on approaches to writing a book report or
booktalk a real gold mine. Five indexes make locating the perfect
title a breeze.The genre index guides you to the kind of book you
want to read. The subject index lists dozens of subjects, from
adoption to writing, divorce to time travel. The readability index
guides you to the "quick reads" or "thoughtful novels." If you have
a favorite author or already know of a novel you want to read,
there is the author or title index. Finally, the curriculum index
allows you to look for a book for a particular class.
Young adults live in a violent culture, so trying to protect them
from the world they live in is not only futile but can also be
dangerous. No matter their ethnicity, social class, or economic
status, teens must know how to survive the perils that may await
them. Most teens understand this, and they want books, television
shows, and films to reflect the reality of their world-the bad
along with the good. In They Hurt, They Scar, They Shoot, They
Kill: Toxic Characters in Young Adult Fiction, Joni Richards Bodart
examines works of fiction that feature characters who threaten the
psychological and physical well-being of teens and their friends
and families. In this companion volume to They Suck, They Bite,
They Eat, They Kill, the focus is on individuals who prey on the
vulnerable: bullies, manipulators, torturers, sexual predators, and
sadists. The novels and stories discussed in this volume feature
adult criminals or predators who look for young people to ensnare;
school personnel who interact with students in harmful ways; teens
who bully others in order to hide their own fears and weaknesses;
and parents, siblings, and others who mistreat family members.
Arranged in five sections that cover such topics as bullies, school
shootings, and monsters at home, this volume analyzes the most
important and well-written series and titles for teens. They Hurt,
They Scar, They Shoot, They Kill will help parents, teachers, and
other adults understand the value of these titles and the benefits
of reading them, so they will be less likely to forbid them to
their teens or challenge library collections for carrying them.
Teen advisory groups (TAGs) may flourish in many libraries today,
but many others are newly initiating them or hoping to revitalize
ones that are floundering. But even successful groups need tips and
best practices to make their TAGs even better. This updated and
revised second edition remains the go-to guide for planning,
running, and evaluating TAGs in both school and public libraries.
Its wealth of positive advice and information leads TAG teens and
their peers to meaningful experiences that encourage reading,
library use, and library support-into adulthood. In this
indispensable guide, Diane P. Tuccillo carefully explains and
explores the current, wide landscape of TAGs, covering funding to
bylaws; getting a new group on its feet to rejuvenating an old one;
planning traditional TAG projects to creating unique roles; and
community involvement to voting on adult library boards. Vivid
profiles of successful teen groups, organized into public and
school library sections, tell each group's story along with
pertinent teen feedback.Sample documents covering mission
statements, applications, parent permission forms, publicity
flyers, and teen book review ideas, as well as evaluation advice,
can be borrowed or adapted. A helpful bibliography and webliography
is included. Library directors, school administrators, library
educators, and librarians who work directly with teens in school
and public libraries will be unable to resist such compelling
testaments to the value of TAGs.
Teen advisory groups (TAGs) may flourish in many libraries today,
but many others are newly initiating them or hoping to revitalize
ones that are floundering. But even successful groups need tips and
best practices to make their TAGs even better. This updated and
revised second edition remains the go-to guide for planning,
running, and evaluating TAGs in both school and public libraries.
Its wealth of positive advice and information leads TAG teens and
their peers to meaningful experiences that encourage reading,
library use, and library support-into adulthood. In this
indispensable guide, Diane P. Tuccillo carefully explains and
explores the current, wide landscape of TAGs, covering funding to
bylaws; getting a new group on its feet to rejuvenating an old one;
planning traditional TAG projects to creating unique roles; and
community involvement to voting on adult library boards. Vivid
profiles of successful teen groups, organized into public and
school library sections, tell each group's story along with
pertinent teen feedback. Sample documents covering mission
statements, applications, parent permission forms, publicity
flyers, and teen book review ideas, as well as evaluation advice,
can be borrowed or adapted. A helpful bibliography and webliography
is included. Library directors, school administrators, library
educators, and librarians who work directly with teens in school
and public libraries will be unable to resist such compelling
testaments to the value of TAGs.
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