Diversity in Childrens Lit

Catalog description

This course focuses on issues of diversity and multiculturalism as represented in literature for children and young adults. We will consider representation of race, ethnicities, socioeconomic status, gender, sexual orientation and exceptionalities. A range of issues is addressed including authenticity, representation, and cultural appropriateness. This course enriches teacher knowledge of both a variety of genres and the works of a number of authors and illustrators. Open to all majors.