More Hot Links: Linking Literature with the Middle School Curriculum

Make book selection easy on yourself! This companion to the popular Hot Links by the same author features informative annotations of an additional 300+ fiction and nonfiction books-contemporary and classic-that support and enhance the middle school curriculum. The selected titles represent top-quality literature that ties into all areas of the curriculum. The books were chosen for the quality of writing, interest level, appropriateness of illustrations (if applicable), and current availability. Each chapter centers around a specific topic and includes a brief introduction along with complete bibliographies and lively descriptions. Chapters include such topics as: * Biographies English-Use of Language * Fine Arts Mathematics * Multicultural Picture Books * Poetry * Science * Series * Social Studies-U.S. History * Sports and Games * English-Classics * Humor * Myths, Folktales, and Legends * Read Alouds * Social Studies-Cultures Additionally, the book includes a chapter highlighting the best of newly published literature and a chapter featuring titles that are presented in a unique and creative manner. A Literature Links section in the back of the book offers an easy-to-read chart that tells you exactly in which curricular areas a book can be used. An essential guide for everyone seeking to select the best and the most appropriate curriculum-related books! Grades 5-9.