EN 251 - Multicultural American Literature for Children

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Students will study children’s literature of African American, Native American, Latino, Asian, Jewish, and Middle Eastern cultures. Genres include traditional literature, poetry, historical fiction, nonfiction, and contemporary literature. Through their studies, students will develop a heightened awareness of the needs of people living in a multicultural society. Students will also learn how to recognize stereotypes found in multicultural literature and learn how to select authentic, worthwhile multicultural literature for children. Recommended Skills: Writing ability and oral communication skills