Books for Boys: Multicultural Literature with Strong Male Characters
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| Title: | Books for Boys: Multicultural Literature with Strong Male Characters |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Landt, Susan M. |
| Source: | International Journal of Multicultural Education. 2013 15(1). |
| Availability: | International Journal of Multicultural Education. Eastern University, 1300 Eagle Road, St. Davids, PA 19087. Tel: 610-341-1597; Fax: 484-581-1276; e-mail: ijme@eastern.edu; Web site: http://www.ijme-journal.org |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 16 |
| Publication Date: | 2013 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: | Elementary Education Middle Schools Secondary Education Junior High Schools |
| Descriptors: | Multicultural Textbooks, Books, Males, Literary Devices, Childrens Literature, Role Models, Reading Interests, Literacy Education, Reading Instruction, Reading Skills, Reading Material Selection, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Picture Books, Difficulty Level, Thinking Skills, Problem Solving, Elementary School Students, Middle School Students, Bibliographies |
| ISSN: | 1934-5267 |
| Abstract: | Boys need books with which they can connect, books that reach out to them with characters that reflect themselves, books that feature people who speak and look and act like the people in their lives. Among the functions of literature in children's lives, two are particularly relevant: facilitating literacy skills and providing role models. The path to becoming a proficient reader begins with the spark of interest in a book--the desire to know more. Young male readers need to envision characters like themselves in active roles: solving problems, undertaking responsibilities, exhibiting leadership, accomplishing worthy tasks. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Number of References: | 31 |
| Entry Date: | 2016 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1105050 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Boys need books with which they can connect, books that reach out to them with characters that reflect themselves, books that feature people who speak and look and act like the people in their lives. Among the functions of literature in children's lives, two are particularly relevant: facilitating literacy skills and providing role models. The path to becoming a proficient reader begins with the spark of interest in a book--the desire to know more. Young male readers need to envision characters like themselves in active roles: solving problems, undertaking responsibilities, exhibiting leadership, accomplishing worthy tasks. |
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| ISSN: | 1934-5267 |
