Understanding Children's Literature 2nd Edition Teen & Young Adult 20th Century United States Historical Fiction A young girl plays dress

A young girl plays dress up with her mother’s headscarves

as well as her stunning beauty and endless thirst for adventure

Questlove's debut picture book

explaining some of the processes and outlining the ground rules developed by teachers and others who work with children and books

Understanding Children's Literature 2nd Edition Teen & Young Adult 20th Century United States Historical Fiction A young girl plays dressEdited by Peter Hunt, a leading figure in the field, this book introduces the study of childrens literature, addressing theoretical questions as well as the most relevant critical approaches to the discipline. The fourteen chapters draw on insights from academic disciplines ranging from cultural and literary studies to education and psychology, and include an essay on what writers for children think about their craft. The result is a fascinating array