CLCD Newsletter | Volume 6, Issue 11

Make a display for Veterans’ Day with the books from our list. Young people will learn about soldiers in the two World Wars in On the Wings of Heroes by Richard Peck, and about the treatment of soldiers who returned from the Vietnam War in Rat Life by Tedd Arnold.

The Invention of Hugo Cabret: A Novel In Words and Pictures by Brian Selznick and Railroad John and the Red Rock Run by Tony Crunk and illustrated by Michael Austin are two of the new titles in our feature on Trains.

When preparing your Thanksgiving display or looking for books to recommend to teachers and parents, take a look at what’s new this year. The Pilgrims and the First Thanksgiving by Mary Englar and illustrated by Peter McDonnell might be just the book you need.

There are a number of new books on Ballet. Among those in our update is the marvelous To Dance: A Ballerina's Graphic Novel by Siena Cherson Siegel and illustrated by Mark Siegel. There are both fiction and nonfiction books for children of all ages here.

Author Features

Sue Stauffacher notes that in some ways she was like Althea Gibson, not bad, just mischievous during her school years. Her book, Nothing But Trouble: The Story of Althea Gibson, is bound to get kids’ attention.

Jarrett Krosoczka published his first book, Good Night, Monkey Boy, in 2001 and continues to entertain and enlighten young children and their parents about a wide range of childhood experiences with both exuberance and tenderness in text and illustration. Jarrett talks about creating his stories and art in this interview.

The Book of Time by French author Guillaume Prévost is an exciting time-travel mystery adventure for middle readers and young teens. Prévost answers questions about the authenticity of the historical elements, the writing process, and his involvement in the translation of this book from French into English.

For many of us, it is difficult to think of the 1970s as history, but that is what Megan McDonald had to do when she wrote Meet Julie, the first book in her American Girl series. In this interview Megan talks about her research (peasant shirts, vinyl records and more!), the challenges of writing about that time period, and what she hopes readers will learn from these stories.

		Volume 6, Issue 11 November 2007



	Search Tip of the Month This Month's Features Spreading the News The woods in our backyard have just finished their autumn spectacular. The trees exchanged their green summer attire for a splashier look in red, orange and yellow. Now, in November, they truly have nothing to wear, and it provides a whole new perspective. The bird and squirrel nests are no longer hidden. I am expecting to see the Pileated Woodpecker at the old dead tree which was hidden by the lush summer foliage. I can now see that which was hidden in plain sight. Sometimes I feel like this happens with items in The Children’s Literature Comprehensive Database (CLCD). We often talk about searching for children’s and young adult materials, but we seldom mention that professional material reviews are included, too. Among the sources of reviews for professional books in the CLCD are: ARBA, Booklist, Children’s Literature, CM, KLIATT, Library Media Connection, Resource Links, and VOYA. We have recently expanded our reviews of professional materials to include the annotations from Book News. When we say we are “comprehensive”, we mean it. We hear from college and university professors that the CLCD is a marvelous professional tool. They are acquainting their students with a broad range of professional and reference books by directing them to the reviews in the CLCD. Consequently, when these librarians, media specialists and teachers begin their careers in schools and public libraries they know how to find the best professional materials for their work. Look to the resource you can trust: the CLCD. It is your best source for reliable, efficient, and comprehensive information in a cost-effective database. Quote of the Month "The education students have been using the CLCD to look up reviews and to find children’s books on specific subjects for specific grade or reading levels for their 3 methods classes. I use it for those purposes, and for compiling my subject bibliographies. I really like it, and so do my students. I think it’s better than NoveList, easier to use, with more search options, and indexing more children’s books." Krista Hartman, Information Services Specialist/Librarian - Associate Professor Mohawk Valley Community College Libraries Utica, NY


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	Monthly Features Make a display for Veterans’ Day with the books from our list. Young people will learn about soldiers in the two World Wars in On the Wings of Heroes by Richard Peck, and about the treatment of soldiers who returned from the Vietnam War in Rat Life by Tedd Arnold. The Invention of Hugo Cabret: A Novel In Words and Pictures by Brian Selznick and Railroad John and the Red Rock Run by Tony Crunk and illustrated by Michael Austin are two of the new titles in our feature on Trains. When preparing your Thanksgiving display or looking for books to recommend to teachers and parents, take a look at what’s new this year. The Pilgrims and the First Thanksgiving by Mary Englar and illustrated by Peter McDonnell might be just the book you need. There are a number of new books on Ballet. Among those in our update is the marvelous To Dance: A Ballerina's Graphic Novel by Siena Cherson Siegel and illustrated by Mark Siegel. There are both fiction and nonfiction books for children of all ages here. Author Features Sue Stauffacher notes that in some ways she was like Althea Gibson, not bad, just mischievous during her school years. Her book, Nothing But Trouble: The Story of Althea Gibson, is bound to get kids’ attention. Jarrett Krosoczka published his first book, Good Night, Monkey Boy, in 2001 and continues to entertain and enlighten young children and their parents about a wide range of childhood experiences with both exuberance and tenderness in text and illustration. Jarrett talks about creating his stories and art in this interview. The Book of Time by French author Guillaume Prévost is an exciting time-travel mystery adventure for middle readers and young teens. Prévost answers questions about the authenticity of the historical elements, the writing process, and his involvement in the translation of this book from French into English. For many of us, it is difficult to think of the 1970s as history, but that is what Megan McDonald had to do when she wrote Meet Julie, the first book in her American Girl series. In this interview Megan talks about her research (peasant shirts, vinyl records and more!), the challenges of writing about that time period, and what she hopes readers will learn from these stories.


	CLCD Newsletter Editor, Sharon Salluzzo serves as a library and education consultant to CLCD. In addition, Sharon is a book reviewer, a storyteller, and a member of The Children's Book Guild of Washington, DC. She currently serves on the ALSC Quicklist committee. Sharon earned her MLS at SUNY Geneseo. About the Children's Literature Comprehensive Database Our monthly newsletter is now available to everyone within an organization, not just the primary contact. A new feature at www.childrenslit.com will provide you with a form allowing you to sign up for just the electronic newsletter. The Children's Literature Comprehensive Database, updated mid-month, is your most complete source of information about children's books. Indeed, it is the next best thing to having the book in hand, and the best tool for leading you to the best books. All at a most affordable price. To subscribe to the CLCD or contact us, go to www.childrenslit.com. Your inquiry about CLCD has generated this email. Our newsletter is issued monthly. Please be assured that we do not sell or rent our lists. If you do not wish to receive our monthly updates, please click here and unsubscribe from the list.