Description Even in an era in which there are multiple and wide-ranging conversations about representations of diverse groups in literature, the depiction of girls in Young adult literature has received inadequate attention.
She has worked in California public schools for 20 years, of which she spent 11 in middle and high school libraries..
About the Author Mary Ann Harlan, Ph D, is an assistant professor at San Jose State School of Information.
Included are a list of recommended annotated titles and discussion questions for use in developing appropriate instructional and interesting programs that explore concepts of girlhood, media literacy programs, and diverse collections.
It provides practical suggestions for how to use and implement a feminist lens while reading, discussing, and reviewing titles.
This text provides a model for understanding how girls are represented in Young adult literature that will aid school and youth services librarians in their personal understanding and awareness as they build collections and create programming.
Description Even in an era in which there are multiple and wide-ranging conversations about representations of diverse groups in literature, the depiction of girls in Young adult literature has received inadequate attention
