Provides an exceptional resource for choosing literature in every genre, for every age group—allows future teachers to create their own “library” of children's book titles personalized to their taste, teaching philosophy, and pupil population.

Offers students an opportunity to begin their classroom libraries by purchasing books at greatly discounted prices.

Highlights ten titles of proven interest to young readers—helps novice teachers learn what to look for in quality children's literature and gives them confidence in their use of these “favorites.”

Allows students to observe a variety of illustrative styles and understand why children's illustrators use different techniques when creating trade books.

Focuses students' attention on the children's books themselves—provides the background future teachers need in a targeted format that's “to-the-point,” yet comprehensive.

Provides additional resources for engaging children in all media—broadens future teachers' notions of what “children's literature” can encompass.