SERIES MADE SIMPLE

Rev Up Your Writing in Informational Texts

by Amy Van ZEE
9781634070638. ea vol: illus. by Mernie Gallagher-Cole. 24p. (Rev Up Your Writing). ebook available. further reading. glossary. illus. index. websites. The Child's World. 2015. lib. ed. $28.50.
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Gr 3–6—These slim volumes present solid information and sound advice offered in concise, clearly written sentences printed in a large font. Written in a friendly, encouraging tone, they make for engaging reading. Cheerful, colorful cartoons and photos add to the visual appeal. Each title contains examples—usually hand lettered on lined paper, to resemble students' work—of the specific type of writing, followed by questions to reinforce readers' comprehension of concepts. Safety advisories appear in Blogs warning children not to share personal information. "Tips for Young Readers" includes helpful guidelines.
VERDICT Lively and accessible motivators for students' writing efforts. Good options for creative writing units.
Each book defines the titular writing form; highlights key elements (such as salutation and signature in Letters or characters and setting in Fictional); and suggests tips for planning, finding inspiration, and writing form-appropriate pieces. The titles covering nonfiction unfortunately do not discuss citation strategies. Sample writing passages with associated questions reinforce the serviceable instruction; cartoonish illustrations break up the text. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Rev Up Your Writing titles: Rev Up Your Writing in Informational Texts, Rev Up Your Writing in Nonfiction Narratives, Rev Up Your Writing in Blogs, Rev Up Your Writing in Fictional Stories, Rev Up Your Writing in Letters and E-mails, Rev Up Your Writing in Opinion Pieces, and Rev Up Your Writing in Procedural Texts.
Reviewed by Carol Goldman , Nov 01, 2015

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