Good Queen Bess: The Story of Elizabeth I of England |
Publication Information
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Author: Stanley, Diane & Vennema, Peter |
Illustrator: Stanley, Diane |
Title: Good Queen Bess: The Story of Elizabeth I of England |
Date: 1990 |
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Co. |
City: New York, NY |
ISBN, paperback: 0-02-786810-9 |
ISBN, hardback: |
Recommended audience:
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ABE/ABLE:
Yes |
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Family:
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Young Adult:
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Picture:
Yes |
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General Information:
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Book Type(s):
nonfiction, biography and autobiography
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HSE Descriptor(s):
social studies
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Summary: |
This is a biography of Elizabeth I of England, a queen whose strong will, shrewd diplomacy, tolerance, and concern for her subjects make her one of the best known British monarchs. |
Teaching Ideas: |
Strong readers will be able to read this book independently; teachers will want to provide support for others or to read the book aloud. All will appreciate the interesting detail and historical accuracy of the information provided. Learners might want to develop chronologies or timelines of important events depicted in the book. The idea of peace leading to cultural growth could also be explored, perhaps by comparing the Elizabethan period to the Renaissance. Elizabeth's decisions and actions could become a framework for learners to discuss qualities of effective leadership. The book might also spur interest in the monarchy or women in history. For more information learners might enjoy the PBS series, "Elizabeth R," or the movie Mary, Queen of Scots. |
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