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Marantz, Sylvia; Marantz, Kenneth – Library Talk, 1998
Discusses the importance of books that combine quality illustrations with quality stories of a multicultural world that are suitable for elementary school students. Includes suggestions for librarians and teachers who are selecting books and evaluating collections. (LRW)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Illustrations, Library Collection Development
Troisi, Andrea – Library Talk, 1998
Reviews misrepresentations of Native Americans that have stemmed from history books and the entertainment media so that school library-media specialists can select books that are free of bias, stereotypes, and inaccuracies. Topics include characterizations, culture, religion, language, the role of women, and quality of the writing and…
Descriptors: Characterization, Cultural Traits, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethnic Bias
