Event Title
"Disability in Children's and Young Adult Literature"
Location
National-Louis University--Lisle Campus
Session
Afternoon Breakout Session 3
Start Date
15-10-2010 2:30 PM
End Date
15-10-2010 3:30 PM
Description
Children's literature often includes characters with special needs. These individuals are part of our schools and communities and viewing such individuals as multi-dimensional and capable can help students learn about diversity and acceptance. Books that depict special needs characters will be discussed and extension activities presented.
"Disability in Children's and Young Adult Literature"
National-Louis University--Lisle Campus
Children's literature often includes characters with special needs. These individuals are part of our schools and communities and viewing such individuals as multi-dimensional and capable can help students learn about diversity and acceptance. Books that depict special needs characters will be discussed and extension activities presented.