Teaching Children's Literature av Christine H. (Indiana University-Purdue University USA) Leland, Mitzi (Indiana University-Bloomington USA) Lewi

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<P>Now in its third edition, this indispensable text offers a critical perspective on how to integrate children''s literature into the curriculum in effective, purposeful ways. Structured around three "mantras" that build on each other-<B><I>Enjoy; Dig deeply; Take action</B></I>-the book is rich with real examples of teachers implementing critical pedagogy and tools to support students'' development as enthusiastic readers and thinkers. The materials and practical strategies focus on issues that impact children''s lives, building from students'' personal experiences and cultural knowledge by using language to question the everyday world, analyze popular culture and media, understand how power relationships are socially constructed, and consider actions that can be taken to promote social justice. </P><P>Each chapter features classroom vignettes showcasing the use of literature and inviting conversation; three key principles elaborating the main theme of the chapter and connecting theo