Textbook Reflections 10-13

Realistic Fiction

 Set in modern times.

 Everything in the story is consistent with the real world.

 All elements of the story must be believable and reflect the contemporary world.

 The story’s theme should be engrained in the story and should not be obvious.

 Can readers relate to the book’s subject matter?


Nonfiction

 There is no one template for nonfiction. It includes narrative and expository approaches.

 It includes biography, autobiography, and expository as well.

  Children’s non-fiction can be evaluated against the following criteria:

   Author qualifications
   Accuracy of facts
   Purpose and scope of book
   Does the organization of the book allow reader to find information easily?
   Do visuals contribute positively to the book?

Fantasy and Science Fiction

Within the subgenres of science fiction and fantasy, there must be rules for the fantasy world.

Characters must be consistent and believable.

Themes should be relevant to contemporary times.

Readers must be able to believe in the impossible world of fantasy in order to get enjoyment despite the lack of logic and realism