An introduction to literature for children from Grades 4 through 8 followed by an exploration of ways to share this literature across the curriculum with an emphasis on Canadian content. Topics include the history of Canadian children's literature; genres and forms; trends and issues; the development of criteria for evaluating and selecting books; and ideas for extending the literary experience through art, drama, music, and writing. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursRestriction(s): Restricted to Years 3 and 4 students in the B.Ed. program, or with departmental approval. Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry Program must complete EFDT 101.3; ECUR 163.3 or ECUR 164.3 or ECUR 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3; EPSE 202.3. Note: Students with credit for ECUR 374 will not receive credit for this course.
An introduction to literature for children from Grades 4 through 8 followed by an exploration of ways to share this literature across the curriculum with an emphasis on Canadian content. Topics include the history of Canadian children's literature; genres and forms; trends and issues; the development of criteria for evaluating and selecting books; and ideas for extending the literary experience through art, drama, music, and writing. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursRestriction(s): Restricted to Years 3 and 4 students in the B.Ed. program, or with departmental approval. Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry Program must complete EFDT 101.3; ECUR 163.3 or ECUR 164.3 or ECUR 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3; EPSE 202.3. Note: Students with credit for ECUR 374 will not receive credit for this course.
