Are your students comprehending, appreciating, and responding to adolescent literature? Does the adolescent literature you are using in your classroom help students to better understand themselves and others, their world, and their place in the world? Literacy Matters has located "the best of the best on the Web" to help you deepen and expand your literature program. Within this section you will find web sites containing background information on adolescent literature, research-based instructional strategies, lesson plans, sample activities, book lists, and resources—just what you need to maximize the potential of integrating adolescent literature into your curriculum. Check out the information we have organized within the following five areas: Overview of Adolescent Literature provides you with important background information on the goals and principles of teaching adolescent literature. Questioning offers specific help with research- and evidence-based practices to improve questioning techniques. Response Strategies provides opportunities for students to deepen their meaning-making process by responding through discussions, writing, the visual arts, drama, and multi-media. Selecting Literature presents criteria, classroom connections, and the best sites to find recommended literature for adolescents. Assessment offers teacher-proven methods of assessment, including conferencing, checklists, performance rubrics, and reading portfolios. Also, visit our lesson plans on Adolescent Literature.