Children's Literature Graduates

Mariko Turk ’07

PhD recipient, University of Florida

"In short, the children’s literature program at Pitt made me a more open-minded thinker in both my criticism and teaching, and for this I am so very grateful." Read More »

Children's Literature Graduates

Paige Carlson ’09

Assistant to the Vice President / Director of Manufacturing, Penguin Young Readers

"The passion for children's literature that the program inspired in me will always shine, in every conversation I have with publishers, printers, authors, editors, and academics." Read More »

Children's Literature Graduates

Corey Wittig ’06

Digital Learning Librarian, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

"The Labs' creative technology programming is very much informed by works of children's literature and folk and fairy tales." Read More »

Children's Literature Graduates

Morgan Buck '18

Children's Corps, Fostering Change for Children NYC

"The Children's Literature program was more than just a certificate for me, it was preparation for a career in child welfare and advocacy. I cannot wait to help empower children and families through trauma-informed, culturally, and historically responsive practice." Read More »

Children's Literature Graduates

Madeleine Shelley '18

Children's Programming Team, WGBH, Boston's PBS Station

"I work with incredibly talented people who created the iconic shows I grew up with, like Arthur, ZOOM, and Between the Lions, and are on the forefront of new shows for PBS. I'm thrilled to be at my dream job working behind the scenes on projects I care deeply about, and I owe the inspiration and skills I needed to get here to the Children's Literature department!" Read More »

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News & Announcements

Nov

Fred Rogers Book Release Event with Alexandra Klaren View »

Congratulations to Kate Eldridge, Laura Condon, and Sara Kraus, Children's Literature Paper Prize Winners!

Julian Gill-Peterson's Histories of the Transgender Child won the 2019 Lamda Literary Award in Transgender Nonfiction!

Children's Lit Paper Prize: Submissions Due April 1

About the Program

It is rare to have the opportunity to study children's literature, but Pitt has offered courses in children's literature since as early as 1933! The Children's Literature Certificate provides students with a springboard for many areas of professional work and study. Read about Pitt's pioneering history in children's literature and childhood studies, see the national awards won by our students and faculty, explore Pittsburgh's history of special contributions to children's culture, and find out what students are saying about the program.

Representing Childhood

Using timelines, essays, and art, this interactive project allows you to investigate the various ways in which people have imagined childhood over the centuries. Visit the site >

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