KU Children's Literature Conference

The 2023 Children's Literature Conference at Kutztown University -- April 15, 2023

The book review sessions were held  in the McFarland Student Union Building from 1-2pm.

• 2023 K-4 Presentation Slides 
• 2023 5 & up Presentation Slides

K-4 Reviews Presented by:     

• Professor Karen Wanamaker, Librarian at KU's Rohrbach Library
• Professor Susan Czerny, Librarian at KU's Rohrbach Library

5 & up Reviews Presented by: Mary (Hyson) McEndree, Media Specialist

Finding recommended titles: Some of the places we go to find recommended book lists include library associations, national teacher associations, textbook publishers, and children's literature research centers. Examples include:

• ALSC Notable Books lists: Association for Library Service to Children lists best of the best in children's books, recordings, and digital media.
• ALSC recommended lists: ALSC also creates lists for special topics and audiences
• NCTE/Children's Literature Assembly Notable Children's Books in the English Language Arts 
• NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Books For Young People (must be a member to see lists).
• Everyday Mathematics provides recommended titles by grade
• NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K–12