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Response to Chapter 10, Historical Fiction
(Temple, Martinez & Yokota)
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Response to Chapter 10, Historical Fiction
(Temple, Martinez & Yokota)
Surprises
Revelations
Validations
Historical fiction is not strictly limited by years
Some books may gain historical significance over time, even if contemporary at the time of writing
The child's perspective is crucial in defining historical fiction, and a story set 40 years ago may be considered historical by a child's standards
International literature can broaden historical perspectives
Mildred L. Batchelder Award-winning books offer high-quality historical fiction set in various countries
Including international literature in the classroom can enhance students' understanding of historical events beyond the United States
Historical fiction engages
readers in the drama of historical events
Quality historical fiction meets demanding standards in the social studies curriculum
Historical fiction is a valuable tool for developing "historical empathy" in readers, helping them perceive past events from the
perspective of people at that time
Historical fiction serves as a natural companion to
non-fiction
Students can make connections between historical fiction and contemporary societal issues
The link between historical fiction and nonfiction is significant for promoting extensive reading of nonfiction, providing a holistic understanding of historical events
Setting details are crucial
in historical fiction
Setting should be authentic and not romanticized, providing rich details that
advance the story and reflect the time period
The importance of rich setting details is evident in examples like Karen Cushman's "Alchemy and Meggy Swann," where details about Elizabethan London help readers envision the stark differences from the present day
Historical fiction plot should grow out of the Historical events should not be foregrounded but should shape the In "Moon Over Manifest," Clare Vanderpool weaves two plot strands set in different time periods, using historical events to
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time period
story itself
shape the central story strand and reveal the actions and relationships of the characters
Characters in historical fiction can be ordinary or
historical figures
Writers strive to create authentic characters consistent with the time period
Whether ordinary people or historical figures, characters in historical fiction should behave in ways that align with the historical era depicted in the story
Characters in historical fiction are often ordinary people
Characters may be swept up in historical events or live commonplace lives
The focus on ordinary characters in historical fiction allows readers to connect with relatable individuals, even when set against the backdrop of significant historical events
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Response to Chapter 10, Historical Fiction
(Temple, Martinez & Yokota)
Surprises
Revelations
Validations
Historical fiction is not strictly limited by years
Some books may gain historical significance over time, even if The child's perspective is crucial in defining historical fiction, and a story set 40 years ago may be considered historical by a
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contemporary at the time of writing
child's standards
International literature can broaden historical perspectives
Mildred L. Batchelder Award-winning books offer high-quality historical fiction set in various countries
Including international literature in the classroom can enhance students' understanding of historical events beyond the United States
Historical fiction engages
readers in the drama of historical events
Quality historical fiction meets demanding standards in the social studies curriculum
Historical fiction is a valuable tool for developing "historical empathy" in readers, helping them perceive past events from the
perspective of people at that time
Historical fiction serves as a natural companion to
non-fiction
Students can make connections between historical fiction and contemporary societal issues
The link between historical fiction and nonfiction is significant for promoting extensive reading of nonfiction, providing a holistic understanding of historical events
Setting details are crucial
in historical fiction
Setting should be authentic and not romanticized, providing rich details that
advance the story and reflect the time period
The importance of rich setting details is evident in examples like Karen Cushman's "Alchemy and Meggy Swann," where details about Elizabethan London help readers envision the stark differences from the present day
Historical fiction plot should grow out of the time period
Historical events should not be foregrounded but should shape the story itself
In "Moon Over Manifest," Clare Vanderpool weaves two plot strands set in different time periods, using historical events to shape the central story strand and reveal the actions and relationships of the characters
Characters in historical fiction can be ordinary or
Writers strive to create authentic characters consistent with the time Whether ordinary people or historical figures, characters in historical fiction should behave in ways that align with the
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historical figures
period
historical era depicted in the story
Characters in historical fiction are often ordinary people
Characters may be swept up in historical events or live commonplace lives
The focus on ordinary characters in historical fiction allows readers to connect with relatable individuals, even when set against the backdrop of significant historical events
Response to Chapter 10, Historical Fiction
(Temple, Martinez & Yokota)
Surprises
Revelations
Validations
Historical fiction is not strictly limited by years
Some books may gain historical significance over time, even if contemporary at the time of writing
The child's perspective is crucial in defining historical fiction, and a story set 40 years ago may be considered historical by a child's standards
International literature can broaden historical perspectives
Mildred L. Batchelder Award-winning books offer high-quality historical fiction set in various countries
Including international literature in the classroom can enhance students' understanding of historical events beyond the United States
Historical fiction engages
readers in the drama of historical events
Quality historical fiction meets demanding standards in the social studies curriculum
Historical fiction is a valuable tool for developing "historical empathy" in readers, helping them perceive past events from the
perspective of people at that time
Historical fiction serves Students can make connections The link between historical fiction and nonfiction is significant
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as a natural companion to
non-fiction
between historical fiction and contemporary societal issues
for promoting extensive reading of nonfiction, providing a holistic understanding of historical events
Setting details are crucial
in historical fiction
Setting should be authentic and not romanticized, providing rich details that
advance the story and reflect the time period
The importance of rich setting details is evident in examples like Karen Cushman's "Alchemy and Meggy Swann," where details about Elizabethan London help readers envision the stark differences from the present day
Historical fiction plot should grow out of the time period
Historical events should not be foregrounded but should shape the story itself
In "Moon Over Manifest," Clare Vanderpool weaves two plot strands set in different time periods, using historical events to shape the central story strand and reveal the actions and relationships of the characters
Characters in historical fiction can be ordinary or
historical figures
Writers strive to create authentic characters consistent with the time period
Whether ordinary people or historical figures, characters in historical fiction should behave in ways that align with the historical era depicted in the story
Characters in historical fiction are often ordinary people
Characters may be swept up in historical events or live commonplace lives
The focus on ordinary characters in historical fiction allows readers to connect with relatable individuals, even when set against the backdrop of significant historical events
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