Perspective-taking in the classroom : engaging students in young adult novels with non-traditional cultures and issues

Abstract

This paper examines research in the field of Young Adult Literature in order to look more closely at issues of the genre in terms of diverse texts. Research on multi-cultural literature, and perspective ¬taking strategies for English classrooms are focused on in the paper. The research serves as a basis for an exploration into applying strategies to effectively teach diverse, Young Adult texts in the classroom with the goal of improving critical thinking and literacy skills.