Recommended Websites

Use the links below to access some suggested websites for Children's and YA Literature.

Accessing Local Resources

Holman Library has a collection of children's chapter books and picture books, as well as YA books. However, as the collection is aimed to support students taking classes in Early Education, it isn't terribly large. However, you can also access more of these kinds of books at the public library. Consider the local libraries below.

Evaluating Your Resources

How can you determine if you have a "good" website? Assess every ASPECT!

A: Authority

• Can you locate author’s credentials?                            
• Evidence of author expertise in subject?
• Similar works by this author?
• Personal recommendations for this author? 
• Publisher’s credentials and reputation?
• Similar works from this publisher?
• Is there an author’s name?                                                

S: Sources

• Is information presented as fact?  If yes:
• Does the author provide documentation? (Bibliography, Footnotes, etc.)
• If documentation/sources are included, are they from credible sources?  

P: Purpose

• Was this source written to inform and educate?
• Does the source argue a perspective or specific opinion?
• Is the source intended to entertain? To sell?
• Is the content aimed at a general audience, or is it written for readers with expertise in the subject?
• Is the source too basic, too technical, too advanced?
• Is the source just right for your research needs?

E: Evenness

• Does the author recognize other points of view?
• Is the information presented objective?
• If the source is biased, does the author acknowledge the bias?

C: Coverage

• Is the information new? Does it support what you have found in other sources?
• Is the source comprehensive or inclusive enough for your needs?
• Does this source provide information that is relevant to your needs?

T: Timeliness

• When was the source published?
• Is the date appropriate for your topic?