Children's Literature: A Textbook Of Sources For Teachers And Teacher-Training Classes (1921)

""Children s Literature: A Textbook Of Sources For Teachers And Teacher-Training Classes"" is a book written by Charles Madison Curry and published in 1921. The book is designed to be a comprehensive guide for teachers and those studying to become teachers on the topic of children's literature. It covers a wide range of topics related to children's literature, including its history, different genres, and the role of literature in the education and development of children.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of children's literature. The first section provides an overview of the history of children's literature, from its origins in folklore and fairy tales to the emergence of modern children's literature in the early 20th century. The second section explores different genres of children's literature, including poetry, fiction, and non-fiction.The third section of the book is devoted to the role of literature in the education and development of children. It discusses how literature can be used to teach children about different cultures and historical periods, as well as how it can be used to develop critical thinking skills and foster a love of reading.The final section of the book provides a comprehensive list of resources for teachers and educators, including recommended books and authors, websites, and other sources of information on children's literature.Overall, ""Children s Literature: A Textbook Of Sources For Teachers And Teacher-Training Classes"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of children's literature, particularly teachers and those studying to become teachers. It provides a thorough overview of the subject and offers practical guidance on how to incorporate literature into the classroom.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.