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CHILDRENS LITERATURE

LIS 622
Course Description

Traditional sources to the present; criticism and evaluation; contemporary trends and issues. Techniques of reading guidance in school or public library in relationship to developmental interests, needs and skills of children.

Prerequisites

Junior standing

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This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

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