Multicultural Children's Literature.  

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of children's literature focused on the diversity in the United States and fosters an understating of the cultural values, and identity of those populations. Students will analyze how historical, contemporary, social, and political forces have shaped diversity within children's literature. This course will examine portrayals of race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender, ability, and intersecting social-cultural identities within children's literature. The course will evaluate how social justice themes within children's literature advocate for anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion.