Children's Literature (Pinsent Pat)(Paperback)

Children's Literature (Pinsent Pat)(Paperback)

This invaluable Guide surveys the key critical works and debates in the vibrant field of children's literature since its inception. Leading expert Pat Pinsent combines a chronological overview of developments in the genre with analysis of key theorists and theories, and subject-specific

Children's Literature (Reynolds Kimberley)(Paperback)

This Very Short Introduction provides a lively and comprehensive discussion of children's literature--what it is, why it is interesting, how it contributes to culture, and how it is studied as literature. Reynolds provides a general overview of the history of the subject as it has developed in

Children's Literature (Hintz Carrie)(Paperback)

Children's Literature is an accessible introduction to this engaging field. Carrie Hintz offers a defining conceptual overview of children's literature that presents its competing histories, its cultural contexts, and the theoretical debates it has instigated.Positioned within the wider field of

The Hidden Adult: Defining Children's Literature (Nodelman Perry)(Paperback)

What exactly is a children's book? How is children's literature defined as a genre? A leading scholar presents close readings of six classic stories to answer these questions and offer a clear definition of children's writing as a distinct literary form. Perry Nodelman begins by considering the

Exploring Children's Literature (Gamble Nikki)(Paperback)

Having a good working knowledge of children′s literature is vital for primary teachers; the best way to develop switched-on young readers is to ensure they get access to high-quality age-appropriate material that engages and inspires them. This book explores the rich and varied world of

York Notes Companions Children's Literature (Pearson Lucy)(Paperback / softback)

Keywords for Children's Literature, Second Edition (Nel Philip)(Paperback)

An updated vocabulary for children's literature and culture Over the past decade, there has been a proliferation of exciting new work across many areas of children's literature and culture. Mapping this vibrant scholarship, the Second Edition of Keywords for Children's Literature presents original

Between Generations: Collaborative Authorship in the Golden Age of Children's Literature (Smith Victoria Ford)(Paperback)

Winner of the 2019 Book Award from the Children's Literature AssociationBetween Generations is a multidisciplinary volume that reframes children as powerful forces in the production of their own literature and culture by uncovering a tradition of creative, collaborative partnerships between adults

Reading Children's Literature: A Critical Introduction - Second Edition (Hintz Carrie)(Paperback)

Offers insights into the major discussions and debates currently animating the field of children's literature. Informed by recent scholarship and interest in cultural studies and critical theory, this is a compact core text that introduces students to the historical contexts, genres, and issues of

Boys in Children´s Literature and Popular Culture: Masculinity, Abjection - Wannamaker Annette

Boys in Children's Literature and Popular Culture proposes new theoretical frameworks for understanding the contradictory ways masculinity is represented in popular texts consumed by boys in the United States. The popular texts boys like are often ignored by educators and scholars, or are simply

Children's Literature (Grenby M. O.)(Paperback)

Now fully revised and updated, this new edition includes: a new chapter on illustrated and picture books (and includes 7 illustrations); an expanded glossary; an updated further reading

Black Beauty (Sewell Anna)(Paperback)

Now a classic of children's literature, though not originally published for children, this new edition of Anna Sewell's famed 'Autobiography of a Horse' is the only available critical edition, with illuminating features not found elsewhere. One of the bestselling novels in English, Black Beauty was

Goodnight Moon (Brown Margaret Wise)(Paperback)

In this classic of children's literature, beloved by generations of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for the end of the day.In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. 'Goodnight room,

The Art of Taxidermy (Kernot Sharon)(Paperback)

Shortlisted, Ethel Turner Prize for Young People's Literature, 2019 Commended, Children's Book Council of Australia, 2019 Longlisted, Gold Inky Award, 2019 Lottie, the daughter of German migrants, develops a fascination for death after losing her mother at a young age. When Lottie begins collecting

The Man with the Violin (Stinson Kathy)(Paperback)

Winner of the 2014 TD Children's Literature Award--now in paperback Dylan is someone who notices things. His mom is someone who doesn't. So try as he might, Dylan can't get his mom to listen to the man playing the violin in the subway station. But Dylan is swept away by the beautiful music that

We Are Not Frogs! (Morpurgo Michael)(Paperback / softback)

Children's literature legend Michael Morpurgo teams up with illustration star Sam Usher for a rollicking countryside adventure story, now in a Little Gems edition for more parents and children to share together. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged

Almost Perfect (Katcher Brian)(Paperback)

This winner of the first Stonewall Award for Children's & Young Adult Literature will make you marvel at the beauty of human connection and the irrepressible nature of love. Everyone has that one line they swear they'll never cross, the one thing they say they'll never do. We draw the line. Maybe

Paws and Whiskers (Wilson Jacqueline)(Paperback / softback)

Features stories about cats and dogs from the world of children's literature. This book also includes personal new pieces from many authors about their own treasured

The Wind in the Willows (Grahame Kenneth)(Paperback)

One of the best-known classics of children's literature, a timeless masterpiece and a vital portrait of an age, The Wind in the Willows began originally in Kenneth Grahame's letters to his young son, where he first recounted the adventures of Rat and Badger, of Mole and Toad--all narrated in

Tintin And The Secret Of Literature (McCarthy Tom)(Paperback / softback)

Exciting early work by the Man Booker-shortlisted author, discussing Herge's hugely popular children's books. McCarthy asks the question: is Tintin literature? and delves into a story of hushed-up royal descent in both Herge's work and the family history of the

Native Americans in Children's Literature (Stott Jon)(Paperback)

Build high-interest theme lesson plans that accurately portray Native peoples and cultures with this authoritative guide to the best children's fiction. Professor Jon Stott describes books on Native Americans and their cultures for readers through junior high school age. This highly readable

Benny's Pennies (Brisson Pat)(Paperback)

An easy-to-understand children's story about financial literacy and the value of giving and saving--even five pennies Benny McBride starts his day with five new pennies and is determined to spend them all. His mother wants him to buy something beautiful. His brother wants something good to eat

Deleuze in Children's Literature (Newland Jane)(Pevná vazba)

Jane Newland explores how Deleuzian concepts can enhance and invigorate our readings of children's literature, whose implied readership masks much paradox. She focuses on children's texts by some of the authors who fascinate Deleuze, including Virginia Woolf, James Joyce, Lewis Carroll,

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Carroll Lewis)(Paperback)

An elegant edition of one of the best-loved stories in children's literature, complete and unabridged with over 30 full color illustrations from J lia Sard - illustrator of Beetle Boy and The Clockwork Sparrow.J lia's hauntingly magical pictures breathe new life into the famous tale of a bored