Literature for Children: A Short Introduction

9. Auflage 2024
ISBN: 978-0-13-480045-5
Verlag: Pearson

Buch, Englisch, 384 Seiten, Format (B × H): 195 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 730 g

For courses in children’s literature.

An accessible, concise, and engaging text on children’s literature with full-color illustrations

Inviting and brief, Literature for Children: A Short Introduction , 9th Edition provides a solid understanding of the foundations of children’s literature across genres, from picture books to folk literature. In his usual engaging style, author David Russell stresses that teachers need to first appreciate literature in order to teach it effectively. The text’s user-friendly format includes a wealth of real examples and its thoughtful presentation allows students to spend more time reading actual children’s books. Substantially revised with full-color illustrations and a new organization, the 9th Edition incorporates a variety of updates, providing a more streamlined introduction to the elements, genres, and themes in children’s literature.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Russell, David

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. The History of Childrens Literature
2. Reading the World
3. Experiencing Literature
4. The Art and Craft of Fiction
5. Picture Books
6. Poetry
7. Folk Narratives
8. Fantasy
9. Realistic Fiction
10. Nonfiction

Appendix: Childrens Book Awards

Über Autor(innen)

About our author

David L. Russell is a professor of English at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan, where he teaches children's literature and folk literature. He is the author of and , both published by Twayne Publishers, as well as by Garland Publishing. He has also published numerous scholarly articles on children's literature and was a contributor to , , and . He is currently coeditor of .