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Group 2's Critical Thinkers
and Problem Solvers
CONTENTS:
★ Criteria #4: Fiction Vs Non-fiction
★ Importance of Selecting Books >Authority
for Children > Currency (with Genres)
★ Criteria #1: Physical > Scope
Appearance > Interest
★ Criteria #2: Style > Organization
★ Criteria #3: Scope/Coverage > Format
> Special Features
> Accurancy
> Impartiality
OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson for selecting books for
children, students are expected to:
• Answer how to differentiate the criteria for book selection,
• Learn the valuable specific set of criteria and their purposes,
• Familiarize with the other criteria for selecting various types
of books for children, and
• Identify the importance of a child selecting their own book
with parental guidance.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★

WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE


OF SELECTING READING
MATERIALS FOR CHILDREN?
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO
CHOOSE AGE APPROPRIATE
BOOKS?
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★

HOW WE CHOOSE
THE BOOKS
We have 8 tips on choosing books for
kids to share.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
8 Tips for Choosing Books for Kids.

1. Choose good books that are easy to relate to.


2. Look for books that teach kids important things.
3. Choose books that may not be your personal pick.
4. Find books that are not too difficult to read for kids.
5. Look for kids’ books with strong illustrations.
6. Choose books that are fun to read aloud.
7. Look into kids’ books that are trending.
8. Good books can simply be the books your child desires.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #1: Physical Appearance

COVER PRINT FORMAT ARTWORK/


STYLE ILLUSTRATION

• Catchy • Sufficiently • Appropriate • Exciting


• Action-oriented large for • Appealing • Realistic,
• Attractive enjoyable balance of text demonstrating
• Appealing reading. and white space. diversity.
• Good "blurb"
VARIETY OF EDITION

PAYING MORE FOR A SKIN


★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #2: Style

The style of book content can vary widely based on the genre,
target audience, and author's preferences.

Narrative Style:
Fictional Narratives:
Non-Fiction Narratives:
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #2: Style
Narrative Style:

Analytical or Expository Style


Conversational Style
Persuasive Style
Formal or Academic Style
Poetic or Literary Style
Instructional or How-To Style
Humorous Style
Personal or Memoir Style
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #3: Scope/Coverage
For children's books, the scope and coverage of various
genres like history, romance, spiritual, superhero, and horror
are adapted to be age-appropriate and engaging for young
readers. Here's a brief overview:

HISTORY SPIRITUAL
ROMANCE SUPERHERO
SELF HEALTH HORROR
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Fiction
The plot is a planned, logical 1. Exposition (Introduction)
series of events having a 2. Rising Action
beginning, middle, and end. 3. Climax
The short story usually has 4. Falling action
one plot so it can be read in 5. Resolution (Conclusion)
one sitting. There are five
essential parts of plot:
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Fiction
The plot is a planned, logical 1. Exposition (Introduction)
series of events having a 2. Rising Action
beginning, middle, and end. 3. Climax
The short story usually has 4. Falling action
one plot so it can be read in 5. Resolution (Conclusion)
one sitting. There are five
essential parts of plot:
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Who is the author?
❥ In a book, the author is the individual or group of individuals
who created the written content.

Single Author Anonymous Author


Co-author Ghost Writer
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Collective Authorship
❥ Certain types of works, like academic publications or
encyclopedias, might have multiple contributors without specific
individual authorship.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Who is the publisher?
❥ A publisher is a person or a company that publishes books,
newspapers, or magazines. The publishers planned to produce the
journal on a weekly basis.

Self-publishing
❥ An author may also be their own publisher.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Currency
❥ In the book industry, currency describes the prominence and
popularity of particular genres within the market at a
particular point in time. Conversely, genres classify books
according to their main themes and styles. Following are a few
popular book genres:
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
1. Horror
2. Romance
3. Comedy
4. Fantasy
5. Mystery/Thriller
6. Science Fiction
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Scope
❥ Refers to the extent to which a source covers a topic and
how much information it contains relevant to your topic. The
format and length of a source often dictates the scope.

❥ The scope of a study explains the extent to which the


research area will be explored in the work and specifies the
parameters within the study will be operating.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Interest
❥ The source of children in reading books is profoundly
interesting. It encompasses the development of literacy skills,
fosters creativity, and contributes to emotional and social
growth. Children's literature introduces imaginative worlds,
diverse characters, and valuable life lessons, making it a
dynamic and essential source for shaping young minds. The
ever-evolving landscape of children's books ensures that this
source remains rich, diverse, and engaging over time.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Organization
❥ All non-fiction books are shelved according to the Dewey
Decimal System. This is an organization system for books
that assigns each book a number depending on the subject.
It was invented by Melvil Dewey.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Format
❥ Your book has four essential parts:
The Front Matter
The Content
Back Matter
The Cover
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Which binding suits my book?
Stapling
Ring binding
Thread stitching
Perfect binding
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #3: Scope/Coverage

How readable is the Print? Five(5) rules for readability


❥ Light lettering, such as with type
white or light yellow, on a 1. Keep typography
dark background may be 2. Stay consistent
easier to read than black 3. Use upper and lower case
lettering on a white or light 4. Keep lines start and add
yellow background. white space
5. Use serifs
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Special Features
❥ Refers to additional elements beyond the main text, such as
author interviews, bonus chapters, illustrations, or exclusive
content that enhances the reader's experience.
Example: Exclusive author interviews
Bonus chapters or short stories
Maps or illustrations enhancing the narrative
Annotations providing additional context
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Accuracy
❥ The reliability and correctness of the information
presented in a book. It involves assessing whether the
content aligns with established facts and is supported by
credible sources. Accurate information is essential for
ensuring the reliability and educational value of a book.
★SELECTING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN★
Criteria #4: Fiction V.S. Non-Fiction
★Non-Fiction
Impartiality
❥ Evaluating and choosing books without bias or favoritism.
It involves considering books based on objective criteria
such as content, quality, relevance, and accuracy, rather
than personal preferences or preconceived notions.
Impartiality ensures a fair and unbiased approach in
selecting books for various purposes, such as educational
curricula or library collections.
THANK YOU!
thank you everyone!
QUIZ #2
Select the best answer.

1. A ______ is a standard or principle for judging,


evaluating, or selecting something.
A. Criteria
B. Good Book
C. Format
D. Scope
★QUIZ #2★
Select the best answer
2. The ______ is a planned, logical series of events having
a beginning, middle, and end.
A. Introduction
B. Book
C. Plot
D. Coverage

3. Which is not a part of the five essential parts of the


plot?
A. Resolution
B. Conflict
C. Falling Action
D. Climax
★QUIZ #2★
Select the best answer
4. It is the events in the story where it becomes
complicated and the conflict is revealed.
A. Resolution
B. Falling Action
C. Climax
D. Rising Action

5. It is a precision and correctness of the criteria used to


assess and choose books for a particular purpose, such as
research, entertainment, or education.
A. Impartiality
B. Style
C. Accuracy
D. Scope
★QUIZ #2★
Select the best answer
6. Fair and unbiased assessment of literary works,
considering their merits without personal biases or
preferences.
A. Scope
B. Style
C. Accuracy
D. Impartiality

7. It encompasses the development of literacy skills,


fosters creativity, and contributes to emotional and social
growth.
A. Scope C. Interest
B. Style D. Accuracy
★QUIZ #2★
Select the best answer
8. Books for children that introduce physical health, mental
well-being, and mindfulness in a fun, engaging way, through
basic poses, breathing exercises, and stories.
A. Self-health C. Superhero
B. Romance D. Horror

9. These literary genres focus on cracking a case, typically


involving a criminal case, while thrilling readers with
unexpected turns of events and gripping suspense.
A. Science Fiction C. Fantasy
B. Mystery / Thriller D. Comedy
★QUIZ #2★
Select the best answer

10. Which is not a good tip for choosing books for kids?

A. Choose books that are fun to read aloud


B. Look for books that reach kids important things.
(C.) Choose books that have a fallacy in the story.
D. Find books that are not too difficult to read for kids.
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