Little Libraries: Improving Children's Literacy through Service and Storytelling

Catalog description

This course exists in conjunction with "Little Libraries", an SSO that aims to improve children's literacy rates through service and storytelling. By engaging Stanford students in Little Libraries, we aim to address educational inequities and promote early literacy by increasing access to books, educational materials, and role modeling reading aloud in pediatric clinics. Topics covered in the class include child development, early childhood literacy, reading equity, and an introduction to the intersection of children's health and literature. Through service, this course covers topics across multiple fields, including public health, education, and psychology. The course will be held 2 days a week, consisting of 1 day of lecture and 1 day of service. On the service day, you will go to a pediatric clinic and engage with kids and their parents by reading, leading arts and crafts, or preparing books for the children. Students are expected to attend class, engaging in both committed service and learning. This is a Cardinal Course certified by the Haas Center for Public Service.