Literature and the Child - Hardcover

Cullinan, Bernice E.; Etc.

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ISBN 10: 0155009850 ISBN 13: 9780155009851

Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Co Inc, 1993

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LITERATURE AND THE CHILD, 7th Edition, covers the two major topical areas of children's literature--the genres of children's literature (picture books, folklore, etc.) and the use of children's literature in the classroom. Deliberately concise, the book offers succinct yet beautifully written and illustrated discussions that reflect the tone and feel of children's books. Featuring discussions of the latest works of children's literature, the text includes coverage of the growing importance of young adult literature as well as expanded emphasis on upper-level children's literature and adolescent literature. The authors pay careful attention to diversity in children's literature and equip students with practical, research-based teaching ideas.

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"The greatest strength of this textbook is the expertise and wisdom the authors bring to developing a textbook. I know their work, and I trust what they have to say. Along with their knowledge about children's literature, I appreciate the theoretical orientations they rely upon in discussing how to share literature with students. The textbook shows how to bring children and books together in sound ways. I love the opening scenarios of chapters that offer readers an opportunity to visit a classroom where the teacher is providing authentic experiences with literature. I find this modeling invaluable because so much of what my students have seen and/or experienced are examples of literature being "killed" in the name of teaching. Plus, as I have suggested, this modeling is consistent with the theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of my teaching. I also appreciate the closer look at a work of literature and the author because this provides a vivid picture of how literature works and helps readers become more acquainted with authors and seeds of creativity. Another aspect of this textbook that I admire is that the authors recognize the complexity that can surround issues in the field of children's literature. The authors discuss issues in depth without losing the interest of the reader. Moreover, the authors discuss books in ways that invite reading literature during the course and beyond. They write well, and they have much to offer."

Synopsis:

Surveys the history of children's literature, discusses the importance of reading, and provides a list of recommended children's books.

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