Literacy Conference
Celebrating Diversity in Children's Literature
The University of Mary Washington announces its first annual Literacy Conference. The theme for this inaugural program is Celebrating Diversity in Children's Literature, featuring keynote speaker and local children's author Janet Morgan Stoeke.
The conference will highlight cultural and linguistic contributions in children's literature and effective teaching strategies. Workshops, paper presentations, and the keynote speaker will promote opportunities for conversations on diversity.
This event is of special interest to teachers, librarians, and parents. It is open to the public.
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2008
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: $50, lunch included
Registration Deadline: Friday, Sept. 12, 2008
Location: University Hall, UMW College of Graduate and Professional Studies
(U.S. 17, three miles north of I-95 exit 133, Stafford County)
For more information about the program, contact Kavatus Newell at knewell@umw.edu or (540) 286-8070.