The setting in Historical Fiction is the absolute most important part of the story.
It must be real and you must be able to locate the place on a map.
Plot:
Must be believable
Themes:
Social and Political
Good v. Evil
Cultural Dislocation
*Almost always contains dialogue
*Illustrations are either very realistic or actual photographs
Resources:
www.elanews.org
www.digitalmedia.org
www.archive.org
Books:
Bud, Not Buddy Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry
Out of the Dust R my name is Rachel
Moon Over Manifest Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet
Baseball Saved Us Journey to Jo'berg
Nelson Mandela Lily's Crossing
Mary McLean and the Saint Patrick's Day Parade
Pink and Say Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt
Henry's Freedom Box Journey's Sparrow
Number the Stars At Ellis Island
What Was (series) Who Was (series)
Historical fiction is a great device to tie into the curriculum! Not only does historical fiction also students to wander to a time period they will never experience, but they will also be able to put themselves into the shoes of the character listed in the book. Historical fiction is a different and more exciting approach to teaching the facts. When the students are finished with the story, they will have the opportunity to connect it to the true facts and have a better understanding of that time period, culture, traditions, or ways of life.
Historical fiction is a great device to tie into the curriculum! Not only does historical fiction also students to wander to a time period they will never experience, but they will also be able to put themselves into the shoes of the character listed in the book. Historical fiction is a different and more exciting approach to teaching the facts. When the students are finished with the story, they will have the opportunity to connect it to the true facts and have a better understanding of that time period, culture, traditions, or ways of life.
Historical Fiction and Historical Nonfiction are my two favorite types of genres!
During our book talk, I decided to speak about The Boston Freedom Trail. Below you can find a picture of the cover. When I was younger I was completely fascinated with the Freedom Trail and wanted to know everything about it. As for Historical Fiction, one of my favorites is The Book Thief.
Lindsay why didn't you add your own personal reflection on the Boston Freedom Trail. You spoke so highly of it in class I wish you would have added it in your blog!!
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