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A digitised historical collection of children's books with options to read on different devices. A treatise on the relevance of children's literature as a source of historical and social commentary introduces the collection. Navigation to different forms of literature is across the top of the page.

"Electronic or digital literature does not refer to e-books, but to works that depend on electronic "code" to exist. Put simply, you can print an e-book, but you cannot print electronic literature." Adult literature examples provide insight into the digital possibilities.

A digital collection of historical children's literature titles that can be sorted by language, publisher, publication date ranges and various subject searches. The books have been digitised and can be read online.

A site deveoted to children's literature with a range of programs, events and connections to other literary resources. It aims to link people and groups throughout the community with stories and experiences to build literacy and learning, so as to enrich lives.

"We call her the mother of multicultural literature," said Ruth Lowery, interim chair of the Department of Teaching of Learning. "If you're my doctoral student, you have got to read (Bishop's) Shadow and Substance to understand where multicultural literature came from." Her scholarship focused on the need for black children to see themselves in the books they read. It brought her and the university international acclaim, and made Rudine Sims Bishop a treasure in her own right."

Book reviews, resources, tips for parents and teachers from an Australian writer who's passionate bout children's literacy, learning and literature

Book reviews, resources, tips for parents and teachers from an Australian writer who's passionate bout children's literacy, learning and literature

List of blog sites that cover children's literature that can be added to an RSS feed.

Stories don't just help kids develop language literacy. They help them develop life literacy too. Morris Gleitzman, Australian Children's Laureate talks about the power of literature to help students deal with life's challenges.

This virtual museum provides a century of coverage generatued by the Horn Book and includes significant articles, editorials, controversies, and illustrator profiles from the US children's literature scene.

Children's literature related videos - storybook readings, craft and STEAM ideas, illustrating techniques, author meets.

A concise history of children's literature and changes in purpose.j

From the National Library of New Zealand, this section explores Chidlren's and YA literature with links to different forms, value, and library strategies.

State Library of Qld: - The Corner Toolkit has been developed to provide support for anyone required to run children's programming. Designed to be flexible and easy to implement, it can be used in Libraries, kindergartens, crèche or even at home. A range of activities for preschoolers, some as a response to literature, but most with the potential to be linked with literature

By giving students an idea of what it is like to walk in someone else's shoes, all literature that deals with big ideas and emotions is good for teaching empathy. Still, I have found a few types of stories that I go to when I really want to get my students working to think about how other people live.

This blog is where those who treasure children's books and reading with children, can be a part of a community. This is a space where you'll find information and tips on: Fitting daily reading with your children into your life in a way that makes it enjoyable for all Guidance on defining, choosing, and finding quality children's books Reviews of children's books old and new Suggestions for children's books as gifts Reading activities to do in the home, school or library situation Tips on dealing effectively with the challenges that sometimes arise when children are learning to read

Two Hundred Years of Children's Books presented by the University of Delaware. Explanatroy text and some illustrations support each section that examines the progression of children's books from early works, fables and fairy tales, primers and works pre and post 1850 publication

An book publishing industry based article that explores the shifts in chidlren's book publishing. Although children's book publishers are pretty confident in the long-term survival of printed books for children-"Children are still going to have a bookshelf," says Susan Katz, president and publisher of HarperCollins Children's Books-they are far from ignoring the elephant in the room. Katz admits: "They'll have shelves with many other things, too."

Selection of sample book trailers promoting Australian children's literature from a selection of creators including publihser's and children. Links to photo sources and a small selection of supporting documentation.

A data base of chidlren's literature that explores diversity maintained by the Canadian Children's Book Centre

"A strong sense of justice can form in a young child's mind when they read books that tell the truth. When they grow into adulthood, that sense of justice can guide them in how they vote and where they work." An interview with Debbie Reese on the dangers of presenting white centric perspectives in children's literature