Nancy Bentley

Children's Works

WRITE A GREAT REPORT WITHOUT PLAGIARIZING

Enslow Publishers, Inc. 2008.
ISBN-13: 978-0-7660-2860-9 ISBN-10: 0-7660-2860-7

What IS plagiarism? See examples of note-taking techniques, how to summarize and cite information from websites, reference books, primary and secondary sources. Become a great researcher and a confident report writer.

Writing Mysteries, Movies, Monsters, and More.

Millbrook Press, 2001. ISBN: 0-7613-1452-0

A book for dedicated young authors. See why writing each type of fiction is different: mysteries, science fiction, fantasy, movies and humor and learn how the publishing process works.

I've Got Your Nose!

A Junior Library Guild Selection, 1992
Doubleday, 1991. ISBN: 0-385-41297-5

A humorous picture book about a little witch who refuses to accept her distinctly unscary nose and is determined to do something about it.

The Young Author's Do-It-Yourself Book: How to Write, Illustrate and Produce Your Own Book

Millbrook Press, 1994. ISBN: 1-56294-350-2 (hardback), ISBN: 1-56294-723-0 (paperback).

A step-by-step guide to the publishing process for young writers and illustrators.

The Young Producer's Video Book: How to Write, Direct, and Produce Your Own Video.

Millbrook Press, 1995.
C&M Press Reprint, 2004. 0-9758656-0-9.

Learn how to take an idea, write a script, and turn it into a fiction or nonfiction video. The Young Producer's book explains camera shots and movement, storyboards, use of talent, microphones, graphics and sound effects.

Putting on a Play: The Young Playwright's Guide to Scripting, Directing, and Performing.

Millbrook Press, 1996. ISBN: 0-7613-0011-2

Leads children through the play-writing process from concept development through auditions, production, and performance.

The Young Journalist's Book: How to Write and Produce Your Own Newspaper

Millbrook Press, 1998. ISBN: 0-7613-0360-X (hardback), ISBN: 0-7613-1377-X (paperback)

An informative and inspiring book that explains how to write and produce a newspaper and become a journalist.

NATURE INVESTIGATOR SERIES

Meet ingenious nature investigators Nick and Rachel in these early reader chapter books. Discover how they and their friends use nature facts and clues to solve nature mysteries in their very own backyard.

THE CASE OF THE GARDEN MONSTER

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A garden monster has trampled Rachel's flowers and broken into Nick's clubhouse. Who did it?

The Case of the Sneaky Stinger

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Rachel, Bitsy and Shelly are having a tea party when suddenly a nasty bug stings Rachel. Who did it?

The Case of the Missing Bluebirds

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There used to be lots of bluebirds in town, but not anymore. Where are they and can the Nature Investigators get them to come back?

Busy Body Board Books

Price/Stern/Sloan, 1987.

A series of board books showing the delightful actions of little feet and hands and what children hear and wear on their heads.

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REVIEW

"This student-friendly book is a good resource for both children and their parents as the first research paper assignment is given. … Bentley adds some fun to her book as she uses the copycat cat caricature to relate important information in each chapter…a good selection to have on the shelves to support the language arts curriculum. Grades 5-7. - Ingram Library Services: K-12

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"After asking in the introduction, 'Are you a writer?' the authors delve into big subjects such as characters, plot, point of view, etc., as well as the necessary elements in writing fiction, short stories, mysteries, sf, fantasy, and humor. A chapter on writing for the screen shows that the authors put no limits on what they think their audience can do. Along with solid advice in every chapter, there is information on each genre and how to write it, and writing exercises. The clean format dotted with ink drawings looks young, but it's still inviting. For writers ready to make their move, there's information on traditional as well as Website addresses for 12 online markets." – Booklist

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REVIEWS

"A book with a message of self-acceptance. Nahzella, a witch, has a tiny, button nose '… fit for a princess, not for a witch.' Madden's scratchy, humorous drawings perfectly portray a pudding-bag, befuddled, ineffective Nahzella who couldn't scare even the most timid, regardless of her nose. She's a winner for sharing any time of year." – School Library Journal

"Unhappy with her small, cute nose, a witch keeps swapping noses with people and animals she meets, but each nose is worse than her own. Colorful cartoonlike paintings illustrate the humor of the story." – Horn Book Guide

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REVIEW:

"The appeal of this title is that it not only gives step-by-step directions to help illustrate and produce a book, but also discusses the fiction and nonfiction writing process. The full-color illustrations reiterate points made in the text and complement it well, showing in a graphic and fun manner the how-to's of becoming an author. Would be writers couldn't be anything but successful if they use this concise manual." – School Library Journal Journal

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REVIEW: "How to make a video, from idea to finished product, is presented in short, precise text and clever cartoons. The authors have efficiently outlined the stages of development, including planning, production, and editing, giving step-by-step instructions for each level and providing sample storyboard forms and camera sheets. Arnsteen's peppy illustrations round out a simple informational book." - School Library Journal

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REVIEW:

"…an easy-to-read how-to-do-it guide, with a welcome emphasis on the structure and content of the drama rather than on the technicalities of acting and production. The authors cover various types of plays (pantomime, improvisation, skits, etc.); steps to writing plays (character, setting, dialogue, action, conflict, plot, and theme); and stages in production (responsibilities of the various crew members, auditions and rehearsals, and the rudiments of acting and directing). Excerpts from five sample scripts, each from a different type of drama, bring the book to a close. An admirably lucid and concise presentation of the essentials of stagecraft, with plenty of encouragement for aspiring thespians." – Kirkus Reviews

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REVIEW: "A step-by-step guide that explains what a journalist does, what makes an interesting story, and how newspapers differ from books. Students learn about gathering facts, writing a story, proofreading, designing layout, printing, and distributing their newspaper. There are frequent references to using computers in the process. The authors describe the different types of stories, e.g., news, features, and editorials, with hints on how to write each one and suggestions for topics. The full-color cartoons are appealing. Inspirational, practical fare for writers and would-be reporters. – School Library Journal

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