The document provides guidelines for selecting diverse and age-appropriate fiction books for young learners, emphasizing the importance of quality storytelling and visuals. It suggests considering children's interests and identities while also expanding their understanding of multicultural perspectives through a range of texts. The guidelines are tailored for different age groups, from babies to older children, highlighting specific preferences and book types for each stage.

1. Craft Guidelines in
Selecting and
Evaluating diverse
books for Young
Adult Learners and
Children

2. When choosing fiction
books for young learners,
it’s essential to consider
their age, interests, and
reading abilities.
Fiction

3. 1. Base your selection on quality.
Books should not just teach a lesson
but should have a good story, high-
quality text, and engaging illustrations.
Guidelines for Selection

4. 2. Choose books that help children
see themselves. Include books that
mirror different aspects of identity
(e.g., race, setting, beliefs) of
children in the class, so that they can
imagine themselves in the story.
Guidelines for
Selection

5. 3.Choose books that
help children expand
their understanding of
others in this
multicultural world.
Guidelines for
Selection
4. Look widely for texts. Be
alert to new titles related to
diversity. In addition, the
library can be a great source
for out of print titles that
appeal to children and relate
to urban issues and diversity.

6. 5. Use text sets. Expose
children to different
perspectives. These
book collections may be
organized by theme or
may feature the work of
a highly accomplished
author or illustrator of
color.

7. When choosing fiction
books for young
learners, it’s essential
to consider their age,
interests, and reading
abilities.

8. 1.Babies and Toddlers:
• Very young children are drawn to
brightly colored pictures of simple
objects.
• Wordless books stimulate their
visual and mental faculties,
encouraging them to create their
own stories.
• Board books and cloth books are
practically indestructible and delight
toddlers.

9. 2. Preschool and Kindergarten:
• Children in this age group enjoy
Mother Goose rhymes, nursery
stories, and books depicting familiar
objects and experiences.
• Look for slightly complex texts with
good rhythm and effective word
repetition.
• Toy-like books with pop-ups or
interactive elements can engage their
coordination skills.

10. 3. Early School Years (Ages 5-8):
• For reading aloud, choose picture
books with strong storylines and
character development.
• Independent readers benefit from
straightforward stories using familiar
words.
• Consider “easy readers” designed for
independent readers.
• Explore informational books that
cater to their interests and curiosity.
4. Older Children (Ages 9 and up):
• Consider the child’s personality
traits and preferences.
• Choose books that align with
specific interests or explore new
areas.
• Don’t hesitate to select books
suggested for older readers; they
can be read together or
independently.

11. THANK
YOU
By : Delgado, Jovie