A. Short Story Anthologies
Goodman, Burton (ed.).
Spotlight on Literature
. New York: Random House, 1980.
Six adapted anthology collections of well-known short stories. These stories progress from 1.5 reading level in collection 1 to 6.0 in Collection 6. Excellent series for junior high and high school students with reading deficits. Mature presentation.
De Pew, Ollie and Robinson, Herbert (ed.).
An Edgar Allan Poe Reader
. New York: Globe Book Company, 1979.
An adapted anthology of Poe’s short stories and poems written on a 5.0-6.0 reading level.
B. Pictography (all are available at Peabody Museum Store.)
Broder, Patricia Janis.
Hopi Painting: The World of the Hopi
. New York: Brandywine Press Book, 1978.
Interesting discussion of meanings, myths and symbols in Hopi indian culture. More mature reading but the pictures will appeal to all age groups.
Haberland, Wolfgang.
The Art of North America
. New York: Crown Publishers, 1964.
Discussion of the Art of indian tribes in Mexico Peru and Alaska. Many pictures.
Hunt, Ben W.
Indian Crafts and Lore
, New York: Golden Books, 1954.
Excellent for all ages written on approximately 6.0 grade level. Detailed color pictures and explanations. Surprisingly comprehensive discussions of written and oral languages, customs and artifacts.
Hofsinde, Robert.
Indian Arts
. New York: William Morrow Company, 1971. Discussion of early indian art and that of today. Not as detailed as Hunt book but for same readers.
C. Computers
Richman, Ellen.
Spotlight on Computer Literacy
. New York: Random House, 1982.
Same Random House, Division as
Spotlight on Literature
series. Excellent introduction to the world of computers for all ages. Workbook format. Discusses how computers work, computers in our lives and basic programming.