Introduction to children's literature with a focus on how to effectively choose and use children's literature in educational and other contexts. Considers selection guidelines, storytelling, interpretation, and evaluation of children’s books. Students will discuss developmentally appropriate practice in the selection of books and stories for children. Identical to ENG 281 and EDU 281.
Prerequisites
Reading proficiency as established by District Policy.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Explain the importance of reading.
- Outline guidelines for selecting children's literature.
- Analyze the history and trends associated with children's literature. Be able to plan and implement various old storytelling techniques.
- Organize and list literary genres and identify children’s books for each genre.
- Outline the history or development of picture books.
- Evaluate the importance of illustrations in children’s literature.
- Develop a plan to introduce children to poetry.
- Compare and contrast various types of literature, including folklore, fantasy, fiction, biographies, and informational books.
- Critique various multicultural and international children’s books.
- Compare controversial books and review the appropriateness of the character portrayal.