Chapter 9

Chapter 9 is about nonfiction. This is the real stuff. The elements consist of format, visual information, access features, accuracy, and style. These elements are different from the ones discussed in chapter 8 of fiction. Different examples are concept books, informational pictures, photographic essays, survey books, and the life cycle. This is just a hand full of them. There are many more. Some guidelines that you want to look at are accuracy of the text, the content and style, organization, illustrations, features, format, and awards. It is my opinion that you do not have to have an award to tell the truth.