General Information

• Name: Literature For Preschool Children
• Discipline: Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Units (Credits): 1
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service
• Prerequisites: None

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Surveys books for use with preschool children. Includes techniques of storytelling and reading to children.

II: Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Describe the value of literature to young children.
• Demonstrate the art of story telling.
• Choose appropriate literature for preschoolers.
• Read effectively to young children.
• Tell stories and use a flannel board, puppets and props to tell stories.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

This course is designed to allow students to meet the program outcome of knowing the subject matter appropriate to Early Childhood Education. Students will also plan and implement activities that meet the psychosocial and cognitive needs of children and organize and implement developmentally appropriate environments and curriculum for young children.

Linkage to General Education Mission and Outcomes
Students who complete this course are expected to demonstrate they:

Communication
• Have college-level skills in reading, writing and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.

Analysis
• Have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.
• Have problem solving, critical and creative thinking skills.

Community Commitment
• Understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world.
• Have an understanding of fine arts or performing arts.