Literature and the Child

Literature and the Child, 9th Edition, is a textbook by Lee Galda that examines children's literature formats and genres alongside guidance for classroom instruction. Published by Cengage Learning in 2017, the volume addresses educational book selection for young audiences.

The text focuses on diverse, award-winning titles suited for readers from nursery school through middle school. It connects literary study with instructional planning, helping educators identify books that meet curriculum goals while reflecting student needs and interests.

To aid evaluation, each genre chapter outlines specific criteria for assessing literary quality in educational settings.