1.
Are the philosophical, educational, and sociological theories
of childhood reflected in literature for children? If so,
how?
2.
To what extent does Aesop contribute to our understanding
of many early children's books?
3.
In what ways does the popular reading of children over the
years relate to what scholars have said about the history
of childhood and of children's literature?
4.
In what ways did early publishers influence the writing and
illustrating of books for children?
5.
How does lithography and the book, illustration and design
in the commercial sector contribute to our understanding of
the process of publication?
6.
What are some of the key differences between modern and early
children's books?
7.
To what extent does the history of American children's literature
reflect the ideals and attitudes of the American experience?
8.
How has the history of children's literature been related
to the teaching of reading?
9.
What are some of the design factors related to children's
books?
10.
To what extent were early textbooks avenues for recreation
and entertainment for children?
11.
What do the changes in versions and variants of traditional
folk and fairy tales over time tell us about changing perceptions
of childhood?
12. In what ways does the Snow White site demonstrate changes
over time?
13.
How has the reviewing process influenced what is made available
to the child?
14.
How is the culture of childhood (family life, games, peer
relationships) revealed in literature for children?
15.
What distinctions can be drawn between sentiment and sentimentality
in the history of children's literature?
16.
How was gender revealed in the composition and content of
19th and early 20th century children's literature?
17.
How were minorities (religious, racial, and cultural) treated
in early children's literature?
18.
What are some of your favorite motifs in literature? Why?
