Spotlighting titles appropriate for grades K-12, this discussion guide builds on the rich legacy of the Coretta Scott King award-winning books to offer an important educational resource for teachers, librarians, parents, and other caregivers. This guide identifies within the plot, character, and themes of each book those values that relate to being an American citizen and to living in a democratic society, and then shows how to use the book as a springboard for discussion. Ideal for use in the classroom, the library, and the home, this guide

Includes a foreword by Linda M. Pavonetti, EdD, Vice-President, International Board on Books for Young People Organizes titles by grade-specific chapters, making it easy to find suitable books Features bibliographic information and a brief summary of each book, along with suggested opening questions to get the discussion started, and Beyond the Book questions that encourage children to talk about their own experiences Suggests hundreds of books for further discussion

With the assistance of this practical resource, educators, librarians, and others who work with children can use Coretta Scott King award-winning books to foster discussions about what it means to be a citizen in a democratic society.