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Literature Talk

Creating Classroom Libraries: Centering Representation in Children’s Literature

October 1 at 9am

At Field Museum

Near South Side, Chicago

Two signed books included with registration
Exclusive viewing of the Iran Collection
Earns 6 hours of Illinois PD credit (CPDUs)

Build a classroom library where every kid sees themselves. This Field Museum workshop for educators digs into choosing books that act as windows and mirrors, with a keynote from children's literature scholar Dr. Taraneh Matloob.

What are you into?

  • Professional development
  • Hands-on workshop
  • Author meet-and-greet
  • Culturally responsive teaching
  • Field Museum
  • Near South Side
  • Chicago

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