0, or successful completion of ACRD-080; Successful completion of ENGL-101 or ENGL-103 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. This course focuses on the origins and development of children’s literature, from preschool nursery rhymes and picture books to the stories, myths, legends, and other tales that children read independently in the elementary grades. Through critical reading and analysis of children’s literature, students will explore distinctive genres and their characteristics; the nature and function of illustrations; how texts address social issues and contemporary challenges; and possible uses in the elementary classroom. Course
Prerequisites: ACRD-090, ACRD-091, ACRD-092, ELAP-110, ACRD-080, ENGL-101, ENGL-103