Children's Literature and Critical Theory: Reading and Writing for Understanding

by JillP.May (Author)

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  Paperback
  1996

  $5.86

  Jill May explains why literary criticism is an important component of children's literature. She explores critical theory for all literature and introduces methods of analysis which are commonly used in scholarly discussions about children's literature. The book includes brief introductions to classroom practices, a glossary of literary terms, and an extensive bibliography for further reading.