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Great Books For Children Ages 8 - 12 Our Favorite Websites
"No book is really worth reading at the age of ten which is not equally (and often far more) worth reading at the age of fifty and beyond." --C.S. Lewis

C.S. Lewis sure knew what he was talking about! Fine children's books are stimulating, provocative, playful, and fascinating. 

Children's Book Awards
Want to find lists of the absolute best in children's books? The Children's Literature Web Guide lists award winners from the USA, Britain, Canada, New Zealand, and more. Search here first when you're looking for top quality titles from around the world.
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Canadian Review of Materials
The Canadian Review of Materials is a wonderful, comprehensive website with loads of reviews of children's books, audio and video tapes and CD ROMs. Search by title, author, or subject, or browse through back issues of the online magazine for children's book news, reviews, and author profiles. If you have a particular interest in the world of Canadian children's literature, you'd better bookmark this site!
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Learn About Your Favorite Children's Authors
Looking for biographical information about children's authors from Avi to Paul Zindel? Want to find ways to integrate literature into your lesson plan?

Scholastic's website for teachers is well-organized, searchable, and packed full of terrific information, book-related activities, and teaching ideas.
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Books For Children Ages 8 - 12 Forums/Discussion Groups
Newsgroup for Children's Book Enthusiasts
Need some suggestions for good novels to read to your fifth graders? Want some opinions on what to read after Harry Potter? The google-powered search engine makes it easy to find what you are looking for, whether it's a vigorous discussion about censorship or how to encourage reluctant readers to fall in love with reading.
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