SEd Eng 213a – Children and Adolescent Literature

Evaluation Sheet for Modern Fantasy and Science Fiction

Title of Books: _________________________

Author/s/Reteller/s/Editor/s/Translator/s: _________________________
Illustrator/s: _________________________
Name of Student Evaluator:_________________________

Modern Fantasy

1. Is the story well written, according to generally accepted literary standards? Explain.
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2. How consistent and well developed are the fantasy elements? Explain.
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3. What are the elements that make the story a fantasy? Are they convincing and allow
readers to suspend disbelief?
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4. Does the story maintain a sense of logic and order within the created world? Why or
why not?
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Science Fiction

1. Who are the characters (invented species or humans)? Has the author made it clear how
they feel about their world and their dilemmas? Why or why not?
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2. What are some clear plot threads for the reader to follow in the invented world?
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3. What are some familiar guideposts that serve as jumping-off places from reality to
imagination for the readers?
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4. Does the author allow the reader to feel a sense of delight (even if it is tinged with fear
and suspense) that encourages the reader to continue reading about an imaginary
place? Explain.
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Overall Evaluation
Rate the book using the following scale:
Strongly recommended_____ Recommended_____ Not recommended _____ Strongly not
recommended _____
Other comments:
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