Surveys literature for children in the elementary grades. Explores quality trade books for children; presents respected writers and illustrators in various genres. Dispels commonly misconceived and generic thinking about children’s literature, replacing with more perceptive criteria and reflective judgment of book selection. Results in greater knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of children’s literature. Credit may be earned in ENG 251W or LIT 251W but not both.
Prerequisites: ENG111, ENG111A, ENG111C, ENG111H