Description
This course includes a broad overview of the field of children?s literature, including examination of historical and contemporary theories related to children?s literature as well as an exploration of representative works from the major literary genres. Emphasis will be placed on ways to effectively integrate children?s literature into language arts programs. Students will explore ways to select and present children?s literature. Students will also study the impact exposure to and experiences with literature have on children?s language skills, social skills, intellectual development, and creative processes.