“Historical novels for children help a child to experience the past—to enter into the conflicts, the suffering, the joys, and the despair of those who lived before us” (p. 452).
“Stories of the past help children see that times change, nations rise and fall, but universal human needs have remained relatively unchanged” (p. 453).
“Historical fiction does have to be accurate and authentic. However, the research should be thoroughly digested, making details appear as an essential part of the story” (p. 455).
Source: Kiefer, B. (2010). Charlotte Huck’s children’s literature. (10th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw Hill
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