Children's Literature & Manuscripts
Children's literature is the only kind defined not by any special features, but by its audience. The designation is often inaccurate in at least two ways: "children's literature" is enjoyed by many who are no longer children, and many books, such as Daniel Defoe's 'Robinson Crusoe' (1719), and Mark Twain's 'Huckleberry Finn' (1884), were not written "for" children, although they are read and enjoyed by them. Only in recent years have works designated as "children's literature" received serious critical attention. To learn more about the children's classics and other available reading for kids, browse the links on this page.| Animals in Children’s Literature Animals often appear in children’s literature to simultaneously teach moral lessons and entertain readers, often while... |
Children’s Literature: Encouraging Creativity And Creating A Masterpiece Fledgling children’s literature writers ages 6-12 have a plethora of online options for publishing their own work as well... |



