Identify literary and artistic elements of literature and how they interact to create an effective book for children.
Develop a broad knowledge of the various genres and types of books for children, including the major authors and illustrators of these books.
Select high-quality literature in a wide variety of genres to share with a diverse student population.
Use a wide variety of resources to find out information about children's books, authors, illustrators, and curriculum applications.
Gain a better understanding of yourself as a reader and of how to engage in personal and critical response to and appreciation of literature.