23rd BYU Symposium on Books for Young Readers
July 12, 2010
On July 15 and 16, 2010 there will be a two–day symposium for librarians, teachers, parents, and anyone who enjoys children’s literature. The event lasts two days with presentations by six nationally known authors and illustrators of children’s literature. Each author and illustrator will share his or her unique perspective on children’s literature followed by a short question–and–answer session. In addition, two autograph sessions and four informal discussion groups with individual authors will be available. Featuring nationally acclaimed authors and illustrators:
- Laurie Halse Anderson
- Patricia MacLachlan
- Brandon Mull
- Kadir Nelson
- Elizabeth Partridge
- David Shannon
This event is sponsored by Brigham Young University’s Department of Teacher Education, Harold B. Lee Library, Division of Continuing Education, the BYU Bookstore, and the Provo City Library. Space is limited, so register early at http://ce.byu.edu/cw/bfyr/!
