Young Adult Literature: Magical Worlds
- ISBN-10
- 1493835971
- ISBN-13
- 9781493835973
- Series
- Young Adult Literature
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Pages
- 51
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2016-08-01
- Publisher
- Teacher Created Materials
- Authors
- Torrey Maloof, Christina Hill
Description
Why is the magical world so mighty and alluring? How does it cast such a powerful spell over readers? Explore the themes and elements found in young adult fantasy fiction novels and series including Eragon, the Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Narnia, and more. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, and featuring TIME content, this book builds reading skills and includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The detailed sidebars, fascinating images, and Dig Deeper section prompt students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. Check It Out! includes suggested resources for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.
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- 2016-08-01
- 51 pages
- Paperback
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- 2023-12-31
- 162 pages
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- Cambridge University Press
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- 2017-11-21
- 328 pages
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