Grade+4+Literature-Based

THE STUDENT WILL BE ABLE TO:


 * ** Identify __historical fiction__: authentic setting; imaginary characters & events; based on real; conflict = character is tested ** ||
 * ** Identify characteristics of __humorous fiction__ ** ||
 * ** Identify __realistic fiction__: modern setting; events possible; conflict = problems; believable ** ||
 * ** Read a book with characters/setting of an ethnicity new to student ** ||
 * ** Read a book of a genre new to student ** ||
 * ** Compare a character of a different culture or time with a modern character or person ** ||
 * ** Select print and non-print materials for enjoyment that are age appropriate ** ||
 * ** Explain who nominates books for YRCA ** ||
 * ** Submit an informal nomination of a favorite book for YRCA consideration ** ||
 * ** Explain who votes on YRCA nominees ** ||
 * ** Read at least three YRCA nominees ** ||
 * ** Vote for favorite YRCA nominee and tell why ** ||
 * ** Recognize the work of at least two notable authors other than YRCA nominees ** ||