Product Overview
A Critical Handbook of Childrens Literature, Ninth Edition,gives future teachers, practicing teachers, librarians, and parents many examples of quality childrens literature to guide them in choosing the best books for the classroom, library, or home. The Handbook analyzes childrens books that showcase positive examples of the literary elements, formats, and genres that are the focus in the field of childrens literature. The books are noteworthy childrens books, from classics to favorites to just-published titles, all selected as thought-provoking, important, or motivating choices. The authors suggest that readers examine the Handbook and then apply the literary concepts to additional reading from todays ever-expanding selection of childrens books.
