Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2020 - EDUC 465 D100

Children's Literature (4)

Class Number: 1407

Delivery Method: Distance Education

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 11 – Jun 22, 2020: Tue, Thu, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    60 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Historical, sociological and literary perspectives on literature for children.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will be delivered remotely with self-directed modules.  Students are expected to be online and available during the midterm (June 2, 10:00am - 12:30p) and final (June 18, 10:00am - 12:30p) exams.


In this upper division seminar, students apply a range of theoretical perspectives to cultural texts produced for children. Course readings include children’s books as well as critical theories, and current research.

Grading

  • Discussion/Quizzes 20%
  • Daily Assignments 30%
  • Midterm Exam 25%
  • Final Exam 25%

NOTES:

Assignments due Tuesday/Thursday on Canvas by 12pm.

Midterm Exam takes place on Tuesday, June 2, from 10:00am to 12:30pm PST on Canvas.

Final Exam takes place on Thursday, June 18, from 10:00am to 12:30pm PST on Canvas.

REQUIREMENTS:

The course includes a heavy weekly reading load (children’s books as well as theoretical texts), two weekly academic writing assignments (2-5 pages), an online midterm and a final exam.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Bang, M. (2016). Picture this: How pictures work. New York: Chronicle books.

Available in course files.
ISBN: 9781452151991

Kelly, E. E. (2017). Hello, Universe. New York: Greenwillow Books.

Kindle edition also available from Amazon & Chapters.
ISBN: 9780062414151

Leray, M. (2010). little red hood. London: Phoenix Yard Books Ltd.

Available via Amazon and Chapters.
ISBN: 978190791200

Schart-Hyman, T. (1983). Little red riding hood. New York: Holiday House.

Kindle edition available; also available from Chapters and Amazon.
ISBN: 9780823406531

Markel, M. (2013). Brave girl: Clara and the shirtwaist makers' strike of 1909. New York: HarperCollins.

Kindle edition available; also available from Chapters and Amazon.
ISBN: 9780061804427

Thom, K. C. (2017). From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea. Vancouver BC, Arsenal Pulp Press.

Kindle edition and also available through Arsenal press, Amazon & Chapters.
ISBN: 9781551527093

Morimoto, J. (2013). My Hiroshima.

Available in course files.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2020

Please note that all teaching at SFU in summer term 2020 will be conducted through remote methods. Enrollment in this course acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as soon as possible to ensure that they are eligible and that approved accommodations and services are implemented in a timely fashion.