ENGL 339 - Children's Literature

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Western New England University

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Description:

Prerequisite: Two 100-level writing courses with a grade of "C" or better and juniorstanding, or permission of English chair. ED 350 for students in Education Program. The course is an introduction to the field of children's literature. Its focus is primarily literary in nature, exploring the diverse literature written for children and young adults through reading, storytelling, meeting authors, and discussing works in class. Students are also introduced to the graphic artistry accompanying much of the literature and to a variety of cultures and traditions depicted in word and picture. The course furthers students' understanding of children and of the important role of home and school in literacy development. This course satisfies. Area I Literature requirement. for all majors. An elective for ENGL majors. 3 cr.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wne.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 782-3111

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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