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Kathleen Odean (@ Wells College)
The Best New, 2010, Young Adult Books – Grades 6 - 12
A day to focus on recommended new titles in all genres AND Practical ways to integrate them with teaching & student learning!
During this informative, one-day seminar, Kathleen Odean will introduce the very best recently - published books for young adults, grades six through twelve. She will also share instructional strategies, activities, and tips for promoting and integrating these titles into your literacy program. An extensive, 100+ page handbook containing extra booklists and resources will also be provided.
HIGHLIGHTS:
The Very Best New Books for Grades 6 – 12
· The top, newly published young adult books
· Outstanding nonfiction titles
· The newest poetry collections
· Best new fantasy books, to keep Harry Potter fans reading
· New titles in favorite teen genres of humor, mysteries, and “chick lit”
· Innovative formats including verse novels and multiple narrators
Practical Resources and Learning Activities
· Recommended books and strategies to reach reluctant readers
· Useful websites that align with the best new books
· An array of activities to promote books to teens
· Engaging display strategies to attract teens’ attention
· Time to share stimulating ideas with colleagues
Presenter: Kathleen Odean
Nationally known for her lively, timely, and informative presentations on new young adult books, 2010 is Kathleen Odean’s 10th year of presenting seminars that consistently receive excellent evaluations from participants. Kathleen has been a youth librarian since 1982 and served as chairperson of the Newbery Award Committee. Teachers, librarians, and parents have come to rely on her published guides including Great Books for Girls (Ballantine) about which she appeared on NBC’s Today Show with Katie Couric, Great Books for Boys (Ballantine), and Great Books about Things Kids Love (Ballantine). An influential critic, Kathleen has been reviewing books for young people in a variety of national publications since the early 1980’s.
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