1. Read (view) film and a selection of children’s books critically using basic film analysis tools 2. Have a deeper understanding of narrative structures and types 3. Think critically and creatively about the issues in and of children’s books and films. 4. Have a general understanding of child development. 5. Have a fundamental understanding of children’s culture and the function of imagination. . 6. Write and construct a children’s picture book.

Lists of textbooks and references are available on the first day of class.