The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera (Newbery Medal) These questions will help guide students in close reading, artistic analysis, and reflection on the ways the literary canon continues to expand. Why were these awards created? What is the power of assigning an award or a medal to a book (positive or negative impacts)? What makes books a “classic”? How has the definition of a “classic” changed over time?. Why is it important to read these books in 2022?.How would you characterize the artistic style of the illustrator? Why are these styles particularly effective in communicating the themes of the books? What emotions does the illustrator evoke through color, shape, and composition?. What communities do the characters belong to? What do the characters learn from these communities? Do these communities support or hinder the characters’ personal growth and advancement (socially, politically, economically)?.What struggles do the characters in each text overcome? What admirable traits do they exhibit?. These books, recognized for their excellence in storytelling and the artistry of their illustrations, are monuments in the world of children’s and young adult literature.Īs you bring these texts into the classroom, consider discussing the following questions with your students: The Newbery Medal, Caldecott Medal, and Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe Book Awards recently announced the winners for 2022.
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