Young Adult Literature: Dystopian Worlds (TIME FOR KIDS Nonfiction Readers) (Grade 6)

by Kiley E. Smith

Overview

Dystopian novels have become one of the most popular subgenres of YA literature. This high-interest book examines the themes and conventions found in young adult dystopian novels and series like the Hunger Games, Divergent, the 5th Wave, the Red Queen, the Selection, Book of Ember, Maze Runner, and more. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, and featuring TIME content, this book builds reading skills and includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The detailed sidebars, fascinating images, and Dig Deeper section prompt students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. Check It Out! includes suggested resources for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781493835997
Publisher:	Teacher Created
Publication date:	08/01/2016
Series:	TIME®: Informational Text
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	48
Sales rank:	524,364
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	11 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Dystopia, Utopia, Huh-Topia!? 4

Controlling Governments 12

Rebellious Teens 16

Mind Control Backfires 22

The Spark That Triggers the End 26

Who Knows What's Out There? 30

Where in the Real World? 36

All's Fair in War and Utopia 42

Glossary 44

Index 45

Check It Out 46

Try It! 47

About the Author 48