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Charlotte Huck's Children's Literature, 10/e

Barbara Kiefer, Ohio State University-Columbus

ISBN: 0073378569
Copyright year: 2010

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  • More than 1,000 new titles. In addition to the new titles found in the 10th edition, there are more than 100 new color pictures in the new edition, including illustrations from some of the most promising recently published children’s books.
  • Reorganized and revamped coverage of trends in children's literature. Moved to the first chapter to emphasize where the field has been moving and growing, the section on trends in children's literature includes the influx of multicultural and multimodal titles and mass marketing by major corporations.
  • Streamlined historical information. In addition to a condensed treatment of the evolution of children's literature in chapter 3, the text's web site offers a comprehensive and detailed historical walk-through.
  • The Art of Rafaól Lopez. The multi-talented and award-winning illustrator has created a vibrant and exciting new look for the tenth edition.
  • Updated children’s literature database. Accessible from www.mhhe.com/kiefer10e, this database of children's literature has been updated to include all of the recent titles added to the text.
  • Expanded coverage of literature awards. The 10th edition includes the addition of an even wider range of awards, including the Coretta Scott King award and the Pura Belpré award.

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