ENG-215: Children's Literature

Course Description

A survey of classic and contemporary children's works from Aesop to Woodson. Students will analyze a variety of genres, such as fairy tales, picture books, and novels, and explore issues such as censorship, the environment, adolescent challenges, social justice, equity, cultural diversity, and identity. Students will reflect critically on literature, evaluate and acknowledge the possibilities and limitations of the authors’ worldviews, and construct arguments about the texts using evidence from primary and secondary sources. Three class hours.

Prerequisites

ENG 101 with a C or higher, or placement into ENG 200, or instructor permission.

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ENG-215 Sections for Spring 2026

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1 Section Offered

ENG-215, Section SL1

CRN #20421
Online/Virtual Campus (asynchronous)

Instructor(s)

William Dunning

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Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026N/A
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