Proposal Title
Nevertheless, She Read!: Finding Strong Girls in Children's Literature
Description
Where are the girls in children's books? Recent studies reveal the continued absence of women and girls in children's and young adult literature. Moreover, the female characters present in these texts often reinforce antiquated stereotypes about girls. In this dynamic, interactive session, a Women’s and Gender Historian and a Middle School Literacy Coach will team up to book talk some of the best titles for girls who just wanna have a fun-damental role in children’s literature.
Grade
Primary, Intermediate, Middle/ Jr. High, High School
Location
Virginia Room
Start Date
7-19-2018 10:45 AM
End Date
7-19-2018 11:45 AM
Nevertheless, She Read!: Finding Strong Girls in Children's Literature
Virginia Room
Where are the girls in children's books? Recent studies reveal the continued absence of women and girls in children's and young adult literature. Moreover, the female characters present in these texts often reinforce antiquated stereotypes about girls. In this dynamic, interactive session, a Women’s and Gender Historian and a Middle School Literacy Coach will team up to book talk some of the best titles for girls who just wanna have a fun-damental role in children’s literature.
Additional Information
The co-presenter, Julia Guca, is involved with other presentations as well but is more than willing to be involved in multiple sessions!